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Hundreds of events were held across Veterans’ Health Week 2024, 13-20 October, with the ‘Keep Connected’ theme encouraging everyone to learn more about the importance of being socially connected.
The Veterans Recognition Program is ongoing.
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) is processing claims at record levels as a consequence of the significant additional funding provided by the Government.
The external appeal rights of veterans and families have not changed with the introduction of the new Tribunal.
Veterans and families can access support from DVA when they need it, in a way that works for them – whether in person, online or by phone.
On 15 September, the Royal Australian Air Force, RAAF Association – Tasmania Division, and the Hobart community, paused to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Britain and remember ‘the few’.
Share your experience in an online workshop to tell us what you like, what could be better, and suggest ways to make the website more engaging and easier to use.
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has published its latest report into deaths by suicide of current and former serving ADF members who have served at least one day in the ADF since 1 January 1985.
We encourage all veterans and families to be wary of any advertisements or other representations made by third-party organisations – especially when they claim to be doing so on behalf of DVA, or with our approval.
The Australian Government is supporting eligible veterans and families by increasing the maximum rates of Commonwealth Rent Assistance.