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War widows visit Kokoda Track. Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway.

War widows visit Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway

Kokoda Track experience for Younger Members’ Social Club On 12 November 2024, 13 members from the Younger Members War Widows Social Club visited the Kokoda Track Memorial and Walkway located at Concord.  The 82nd Anniversary of Kokoda Day was commemorated on Sunday 3 November, remembering the end of the desperate and vicious campaign when Major […]

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War widows gather for Christmas lunch

Younger Members Social Club Christmas luncheon The holiday season is a time for celebration, connection and community, and the Younger Members War Widows Social Club truly embodies this spirit. Every year, many of our war widows social clubs come together to host their own Christmas parties and this year was no exception, with many clubs having

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Queenwood students learn the stories of veteran families

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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Words of wisdom from our war widows

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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The importance of War Widows Day

The importance of War Widows Day War Widows Day holds profound significance as it recognises and connects war widows, acknowledging their bravery, resilience, and sacrifice. It is a day to honour the silent figures who have stood steadfast behind Australia’s peace and security, ensuring that their stories are heard and their contributions remembered. The importance

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Coping as a Defence Spouse, tips from war widow

How to cope as a defence spouse: tips from a war widow

Anne shares her experience of being married to a Navy submariner and how she found support after his passing. Being a defence spouse: the challenges and the rewards Being a defence spouse can be rewarding, but it also comes with many challenges. You may have to deal with long periods of separation, frequent moves, uncertainty,

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