This Remembrance Month, we look back at our visit to Queenwood School that was earlier this year after ANZAC Day. As we remember the fallen this month, this school visit and the stories of the war widows and veteran spouses are important to be told, so we never forget the families left behind. Queenwood students […]
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Member Stories
Lynne Sullivan, a member of the Board of Directors for Families of Veterans Guild – proudly owned and operated by Australian War Widows NSW, shared her story and insights. Widowed for ten years, Lynne lost her husband, Patrick, after his 25 years of service in the Australian Army’s Royal Australian Engineers. His service included active
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Advocacy, Contribution, Member Stories, War Widows Program
Albury War Widows Club visit Back in late September, Families of Veterans Guild hosted a regional luncheon for war widows in the Albury area at the SS&A Club. This gathering brought members together for connection and updates, led by President Queen Dunbar and War Widows Program Manager Jo. Key moments included updates from the AGM,
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Events, War Widows Program
Celebrating the opening of a new social club in Macarthur! After a successful outreach lunch in Southwest Sydney, we are thrilled to announce the official launch of the Macarthur War Widows Social Club! The inaugural morning tea saw 23 attendees sharing meaningful connections and conversations in a warm, welcoming environment. Meet the club coordinators Meet
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Events, War Widows Program
Veterans’ health week The theme of Veterans’ Health Week 2024 was Keep Connected. This theme focused on promoting good health and wellbeing in the everyday life of veterans and their families and shone a light on the importance of social connection. Our Wellbeing Program held numerous events in Canberra and Sydney for defence and veteran
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Events, Wellbeing
Remembrance Day is a time to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served to defend Australia’s freedoms and values. More than just a historical commemoration, this day speaks to the personal legacies left behind, the families who carry the memories, the loved ones who still feel the loss. “It is on the back
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Commemorations