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ESO advocates play an important role in supporting veterans and families through the claims process and improving wellbeing.

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Inspired by Second World War Australian resistance heroine Nancy Wake AC GM, female veterans from Mount the Limestone Coast are getting on their bikes to raise the profile of female veterans and support each other post ADF service.

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We urge veterans to always follow manufacturers’ instructions when recharging any devices that use lithium-ion batteries, such as mobility scooters. That’s because there has been an increasing number of fires linked to these batteries.

Anzac Day Schools' Awards 2024

The 2024 Anzac Day Schools' Awards are calling on schools across the country to explore the theme Discover the stories of veterans in your local community.

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The latest DVA TV video looks at the Australian Defence Force (ADF)’s Arts for Recovery, Resilience

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A message from the Naval Association, Queensland At 10.30am on Thursday 8 February, we will hold a

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The Australian Government has awarded RSL LifeCare with a $5 million grant to establish the Queanbeyan Veterans’ and Families’ Hub.

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Veterans and families across Northern Adelaide will soon have greater access to support and services.

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Applications for the 2024-25 round of the Building Excellence in Support and Training (BEST) grants program are now open.

Members of 7th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment form the Guard of Honour at the Port Augusta War Memorial

On 16 November 2023 the community of Port Augusta, South Australia, gathered to honour the men who gave their lives in the First World War on the 100th anniversary of the original dedication of the town's main memorial to Fallen Soldiers.

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