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Stop. Check. Protect. Orange image with 3 people using their phones and reporting scams

Scams Awareness Week 2025 is Monday 25 August to Friday 29 August. This year we are reminded to "Stop. Check. Protect.” It's time to stop scammers in their tracks.

ex-HMAS Tobruk

More than 70 community and major projects will share in some $1.41 million funding through the Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Program.

We've made updates to Health Provider Notes

We've strengthened the DVA rules for Health Providers as part of our ongoing focus on provider compliance.

A painting of Australian soldiers exiting a Huey helicopter.

Each year, on 18 August we mark Vietnam Veterans’ Day honouring the bravery of Australians who served throughout the Vietnam War.

An office worker using laptop and calculator

The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) continues to process outstanding claims as quickly as possible, to deliver much needed help to veterans and families sooner.

A photo of origami cranes, Japanese students and attendees on Sandakan Memorial Day

On 15 August each year, Sandakan Memorial Day is observed in Sabah, Malaysia.

Crowds of civilians and soldiers fill a Sydney city street celebrating VP day.

Today, we commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific Day.

2 people sitting together on a couch, both of a multicultural background. one wears an ADF uniform.

The initiative aims to help higher education providers develop programs to recognise the extensive skills, experience and qualifications gained through military service, ensuring they are formally acknowledged and translated into academic pathways.

2 people sit on a couch, both from a multicultural background, one is wearing an adf uniform

Nearly 1 in 3 Australians were born overseas, and over 20% speak a language other than English at home. Our veteran community reflects this diversity—and it’s vital that our support systems do too.

Medals of an Australian Army soldier in front of a memorial to the Charge at the Nek

Today marks the 110th anniversary of the Charge at the Nek, a tragic charge which took place during the Gallipoli Campaign of the First World War.

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