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Lark Force survivor looks back on the Fall of Rabaul
26 February 2021Centenarian Barney Cain escaped from the Japanese when they successfully attacked Rabaul in January 1942. He is possibly the last member of the 1400-strong Lark Force alive today. -
WWII veteran visits base where his service began
24 February 2021A Second World War veteran has returned to the shore establishment where his career in the Royal Australian Navy began almost seven decades ago. -
National Day for War Animals
24 February 2021From mascots to messengers, on National Day for War Animals, we recognise the important roles animals have played and continue to play in war. -
Saying goodbye to MyAccount
19 February 2021Services that veterans and their families currently use in MyAccount are being moved into MyService. -
VAPAC – helping veterans get the medicines they need
17 February 2021The Veterans’ Affairs Pharmaceutical Advisory Centre (VAPAC) is a pharmaceutical phone centre that GPs or other health professionals can contact to get approval for medical scripts under the Repatriation Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme. -
42 for 42
17 February 2021In 2016, 4 Afghanistan combat veterans founded the non-profit organisation 42 for 42 to raise funds to build a memorial garden in Brisbane that would honour their fallen mates and educate the public about why the war occurred. -
Australian War Widows NSW
17 February 2021Our vision for 2021 and beyond ... A message from the Australian War Widows NSW. -
WRAAF’s greatest champion honoured with an OAM
17 February 2021It’s been 70 years since the Women’s Royal Australian Air Force (WRAAF) was founded. Among its first 50 recruits was Shirley McLaren – now a vibrant and determined 89-year-old who has just been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for her services to the veteran community. -
EVERYONE has the right to have a safe place
16 February 2021If you or someone you know is experiencing family or domestic violence, help is available 24/7. -
DVA’s recovery program for post-traumatic stress
16 February 2021DVA funds a number of hospitals across Australia to deliver Trauma Recovery Programs.