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When someone joins the Australian Defence Force, they set out on a journey which can take them
Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Matt Keogh hosted state and territory ministers responsible for veterans’ matters at the Veterans’ Ministerial Council meeting in Perth on 6 October. Also in attendance was the United Kingdom’s Minister of State for Veterans’ Affairs, the Right Hon Johnny Mercer MP.
Canberra is set to host the first-ever Veterans and Families Expo on 25 November, a pioneering initiative organised by RSL ACT in collaboration with the ACT Government.
In September, a group of Gallipoli Scholars from all over Australia visited the Australian War Memorial and met their patrons, Governor General David Hurley and Mrs Linda Hurley.
Canberra is set to host the first-ever Veterans and Families Expo on 25 November, a pioneering initiative organised by RSL ACT in collaboration with the ACT Government.
White Cross Day and Friendship Day are heart-warming displays of remembrance and unity organised by the Redlands War Widows' Guild.
On 11 November, we will remember and honour Australian men and women who have served and died for our nation, as well as recognise the sacrifices made by their families.
A new Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) report was released today, measuring the social connectedness and feeling of belonging and connecting with others amongst our veteran community.
Twice a year, around ANZAC Day and Christmas, members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) deployed overseas receive thoughtful care packages from RSL Australia to thank them for their service.
Zilor Group, an Australian veteran-owned business, was the stand-out winner at this year’s Prime Minister’s National Veterans’ Employment Awards, picking up both the Small Employer of the Year Award and the overall Outstanding Employer of the Year Award.