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The Australian Government is supporting eligible veterans and families by increasing the maximum rates of Commonwealth Rent Assistance.
From 20 September 2024, some veterans and their families will receive an increase to their DVA pension and compensation payments in line with increases to the cost of living.
Veterans’ Health Week is happening soon! From 13–20 October you can get involved in some exciting events near you.
Last Saturday, on the anniversary of Australia’s first peacekeeping deployment, we marked National Peacekeepers’ Day.
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) is processing claims at record levels as a consequence of the significant additional funding provided by the Australian Government.
The Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has handed down its Final Report.
On the first Wednesday in September, we commemorate Battle for Australia Day.
Today on Merchant Navy Day we honour all merchant mariners who have served Australia in times of war.
This year’s theme, “Discover the stories of veterans in your local community” encouraged students to seek out veterans in their communities and learn about their experiences and life stories.
Today, we commemorate Malaya and Borneo Veterans’ Day. We acknowledge all who served during the Malayan Emergency (1948-1960) and the Indonesian Confrontation (1962-1966).