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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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February 18, 2025

Social work and wellbeing program activities for war widows, defence families, families of veterans

Wellbeing activities held for war widows and veteran families

The first month of the new year has ended with great success for our Wellbeing Program that has been busy hosting engaging and meaningful activities designed to foster connection, relaxation and personal growth. From social catch-ups to hands-on creative workshops, these events have provided valuable opportunities for war widows and veteran families to bond, reflect

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February 7, 2025

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Wellbeing activities starting off the new year

With all of 2024’s new ideas and recommendations for future wellbeing activities, our Wellbeing Program has been able to kick off the new year with a variety of fun activities that range from play and bonding to reflection and self care. Take a look at a couple of activities that were held recently and how

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January 24, 2025

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Stories of courage and sacrifice

Missed our special November issue honouring War Widows Day? Dive into the stories of courage and sacrifice. War Widows Day, observed annually on 19 October, honours the sacrifices of Australia’s war widows. In 2024, Our November Guild Digest highlighted not only how Families of Veterans Guild celebrated War Widows Day, but told the deeply personal

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January 24, 2025

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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January 15, 2025

Understanding the role of a carer

What defines a carer and how can you determine if you are one? If you are providing ongoing support to a loved one whether a spouse, parent, friend or relative, you may be a carer, even if you don’t yet identify with that label. Many people gradually take on caregiving responsibilities without even realising. If

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January 15, 2025

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

Stories of courage and sacrifice

War widows visit Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway

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