Each year in the lead-up to ANZAC Day, families across Australia take a moment to remember in their own way. For many, that moment is the ANZAC Field of Remembrance. What is the ANZAC Field of Remembrance? The ANZAC Field of Remembrance began in 1952. It was created by war widows who wanted a place […]
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Commemorations, Events
Connecting out and about through wellbeing activities Our Wellbeing Program continues to offer a variety of activities for war widows, defence and veteran families, creating spaces for connection, creativity, and care. We aim to balance beloved repeated activities with new experiences based on community feedback, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Alongside our regular favourite activities,
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Events, Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing
International Women’s Day passed earlier this month discreetly for many women connected to defence. Not because the day lacks meaning, but because the systems that shape their lives remain stuck in another era. Australia in 2026 bears little resemblance to Australia in 1950. Most women now work, lead, earn, parent, care and contribute in ways that would
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Advocacy, Awareness
Starting 2026 with creative, peaceful and reflective wellbeing activities The beginning of a new year can be a time for reflection, renewal and looking ahead. Through our Wellbeing Program, we continue to create opportunities for war widows, defence and veteran families to come together in supportive spaces that nurture creativity, connection and personal wellbeing. From all types of craft kits to
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Events, Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing
By Renee Wilson, CEO, Families of Veterans Guild This blog post first appeared in The Canberra Times’ opinion column on 2 March. Read it on the Canberra Times’ website. Global tensions are escalating and Australia is ramping up its defence spending to record levels, the associated rhetoric from the Albanese Government is clear: people are our most
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Advocacy, Awareness, Important Updates, Resources
Sharing our latest wellbeing tips for war widows, defence and veteran families Connection can take many forms, and sometimes it begins with shared reflection and conversations for what lies ahead. For war widows, defence and veteran families, the year ahead may hold uncertainty alongside possibility. Taking time to pause, reflect and reconnect can support wellbeing
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Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing tips