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Census 2021

After transitioning to civilian life, veterans continue to be committed to service, as revealed in

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Defence has announced that it has been informed that an external ICT service provider which

2/32nd Australian Infantry Battalion holding German counter-attack at El Alamein. By William Dargie

On 23 October we recognised the 80th anniversary of the second Battle of El Alamein, where Australians played a crucial role in the Allied victory in North Africa.

Budget 2022-23

The Australian Government is investing $537.5 million to DVA in the 2022-23 October Budget. In 2022

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The Australian Government recently passed legislation to extend the Incapacity Payments for Veterans

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Established in 2011, the Navy Clearance Diver Trust exists to provide support for life for serving and ex-serving clearance divers and their dependants.

Australian Government Response - to Interim Report to Royal Commission

A message from Phoenix Australia In August, the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide

DVA Remembrance Day Kitbag 2022

A digital kitbag has been designed to help families and communities commemorate Remembrance Day.

Three adults and seven teenagers pose for camera on steps of Government House, Canberra

Gallipoli Scholarships are awarded annually to direct and disadvantaged descendants of veterans who have served in any conflict or peace operation from the First World War.

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Prof Steve Robson, President of the Australian Medical Association, reflects on his service in the Navy and the importance of getting help if you're dealing with any mental health challenges.

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