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ADF members at the Last Post on Anzac Day 2025 at Lone Pine on the Gallipoli Peninsula, Türkiye.

Today, we remember the Battle of Lone Pine, one of the most intense and significant battles fought by Australian troops during the Gallipoli campaign of 1915.

Assistance dog lying at handler's feet

This International Assistance Dog Week (3-9 August) we are reminding business operators across the country of the importance of providing access to veterans accompanied by their trained and accredited assistance dogs.

An image of Australian naval vessels and helicopters on their way to a rendezvous.

Each year, on 2 August, we reflect on the service and sacrifice of the more than 1800 Australian Defence Force personnel who served in the Gulf War.

Veterans and Papua New Guinean local porters hiking the Kokoda Track

Earlier this year, veteran volunteers supported DVA staff in the delivery of Anzac Day Commemorative Services. Read on for the experiences of a Navy veteran volunteer and the DVA staff member leading the service in Isurava, Papua New Guinea.

Ms Annabelle Wilson at the Legacy Torch Relay

Ms Annabelle Wilson has been appointed as the new Veteran Family Advocate Commissioner, commencing

A commemorative tile displaying the Australian Army, Royal Australian Navy, Royal Australian Air Force and Australian nurses.

This year, the 75th anniversary of Australian service in the Malayan Emergency will be recognised at a National Commemorative Service in Canberra on Malaya and Borneo Veterans’ Day.

a hand on a keyboard and a mouse in the foreground, with a soft focus search toolbar overtop

We’re making it easier for veterans, families, and providers to find what they need on the DVA website.

A photo of a older veteran in a suit with medals looking at a Korean War memorial

On Korean Veterans’ Day, we commemorate the men and women who served in the Korean War.

A black and white photo of a crowd watching the HMAS Sydney in Alexandria Harbour

On 19 July, we commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Cape Spada.

Computer generated design of building at the location of the Rockingham

A dedicated Veterans’ and Families Hub to service the Southwest Perth region is one step closer – with its new location confirmed at 65 Dixon Road, Rockingham, WA 6168.

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