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Stay informed and stay engaged: the Veteran Harmonisation bill has passed, but war widows and veteran families still need a voice

The Veterans Harmonisation Bill: what it means for war widows and what comes next

The passage of the Veterans Harmonisation Bill marks a significant shift in the veteran support system. While it streamlines veteran entitlements under the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act (MRCA) from July 2026, there remain critical areas requiring further improvement—particularly in recognising and supporting families of veterans and removing disadvantages within the Act for war widows […]

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Meal planning workshop for war widows, defence and veteran families.

Meal planning workshop for war widows, defence and veteran families

Want to be more organised with meal-planning but not sure how or where to start?  This workshop is for you: learn tips and tricks to make meal-planning more efficient and shopping a lot less painful!   Who is this free activity for and why?  Has your loved one ever served in the ADF? Are you connected

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Celebrating the legacy of war widows on International Women's Day

Celebrating the legacy of war widows on International Women’s Day

Honouring the contributions and resilience of war widows in Australia On International Women’s Day, we take a moment to reflect on the incredible achievements and resilience of women throughout history. One such inspiring story is that of Jessie Vasey CBE OBE and the Australian War Widows Guild, an organisation that has supported and empowered war

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CEO Renee Wilson providing evidence to the Senate Inquiry into the Defence Honours and Awards System

Voices of families heard at the Senate Inquiry into the Defence Honours and Awards System

On Friday 7 February, our CEO, Renee Wilson, provided crucial evidence to the Senate Committee investigating the integrity of the Defence Honours and Awards System. This appearance amplifies the voices of veteran families and war widows who have shared their perspectives with us over the years. It isn’t often that the voices of families of

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Defence Honours and Awards System, ABC Radio Brisbane and CEO of Families of Veterans Guild Renee Wilson

Senate Committee Inquiry: Our CEO provides evidence on Defence Honours and Awards System

On Friday 7 February, our CEO, Renee Wilson, provided crucial evidence to the Senate Committee investigating the integrity of the Defence Honours and Awards System. This appearance amplifies the voices of veteran families and war widows who have shared their perspectives with us over the years. If you want to find out about the evidence

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baking workshop for defence families

Baking workshop for war widows, defence and veteran families

Sydney families of ADF members are invited to a baking workshop Has any of your loved ones ever served in the Australian Defence Force? Are you connected to defence service in any way? Whether you’re the partner of a current member, a veteran spouse, parent, adult child or a widow of a veteran, we warmly

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