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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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Tips to deal with Grief at Christmas Time

Managing grief at Christmas time

By Renee Wilson, CEO of Families of Veterans Guild Christmas comes but once a year. It is a time for family, reflection and happiness. But sadly, for many, it can also be a considerably difficult time to manage grief. In fact, for many the feelings they experience are heightened, as memories of traditions, connections and

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Governments response to the Royal Commissions Final Report

Government’s Response to the Royal Commission’s Final Report

A step forward, but more needs to be done On Monday, 2 December 2024, the Australian Government released its response to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide’s Final Report. While the government has agreed to many of the Commission’s recommendations, including the establishment of a Veteran Wellbeing Agency within DVA, more needs to

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Australian veteran families, Remembrance Day,

Remembrance Day 2024

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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Royal Commission, whats next? Defence and Veteran Suicide

Royal Commission, what is next?

The Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide tables its final report: time to ask ourselves, what is next? The past few weeks have been significant for our community and for all Australians. With the Royal Commission’s report now public, we’ve reached the end of a major chapter, but our real work starts now. Following

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