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DVA’s Veteran Support Officers work across more than 56 ADF bases across Australia.

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A new scheme starting today will provide better health and wellbeing support for Australian Defence

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Veterans, their families and members of the wider community paused on 20 September to commemorate

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From Monday 20 September, some veterans and their families will receive an increase to their pension

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Australian War Widows Pen Pal Program aims to connect war widows from across Australia via letters or emails to enhance social connections.

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Legacy commemorated one of the most important events on its calendar – Legacy Week from 30 August –

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The Returned & Services League of Australia is more than a century old, but the organisation continues to look to the future.

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The 2021 Defence Reserves Association (National Conference, held on 14 August in Adelaide, generated considerable positive feedback.

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Most adults are trained to provide physical first aid to someone in need, but what about someone having a panic attack or struggling with addiction?

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Vaccinations are currently top of everyone’s mind. They are the best way to protect ourselves and

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