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Many wreaths were placed in front of the Vietnam Forces National Memorial in Canberra

Thousands of Australians gathered for a national commemorative service today at the Vietnam Forces

Five older men and one older woman pose for photo. Most are wearing medals.

On Anzac Day this year, five brothers (full, step and half), reunited after five years apart. Four

Sir Peter Cosgrove smiling with mouth closed, photos of vietnam images in the background

As part of the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War, Sir Peter Cosgrove reflects on his experiences of the war.

Veterans' Employment Awards logo

Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Matt Keogh has announced the finalists for this year’s Prime Minister’s National Veterans’ Employment Awards.

Team Australia Invictus Games uniform 1

Team Australia has taken an important step towards next month's Invictus Games in Düsseldorf, Germany by unveiling their official team uniform, showcasing multiple pieces to be worn at the global adaptive sporting event taking place this 9 – 16 September.

Crowd in Brisbane celebrates Victory in the Pacific Day 1945

On 15 August 1945, Australia's Prime Minister, Hon Ben Chifley, announced that Japan had surrendered in Asia and the Pacific, bringing an end to the Second World War.

Australian War Memorial

In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia's involvement in the Vietnam War, the Australian War Memorial will open its doors after hours to welcome Vietnam veterans and their families.

Our Vietnam War (ABC Documentary)

As Australia marks the 50th anniversary of its official withdrawal from the Vietnam War, the ABC has curated a documentary series, Our Vietnam War which will premiere on Tuesday, 15 August at 9:30pm on ABC TV and ABC iview.

Bronze statue of nurse

On 2 August, Australian War Memorial unveiled a sculpture of Lieutenant Colonel Vivian Bullwinkel in its grounds. It’s the first sculpture of an individual nurse or woman to be installed at the Memorial.

Various people standing at attention on football pitch

A message from Rick Meehan OAM JP, Chairman, Keith Payne VC Veterans Benefit Group (KPVCVBG)

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