Media release – 18 February 2025 We commend the Government and Minister for Veterans, the Hon Matt Keogh for driving the Veterans’ Entitlements, Treatment and Support (VETS) Bill 2024 forward and bringing about long-needed reform that will simplify the legislative framework for 581,000 Australian veterans. The Families of Veterans Guild views the harmonisation of the […]
On 13 February 2025, the Senate referred an inquiry into Compensation and Income Support for Veterans to the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Reference Committee for investigation and reporting by 5 August 2025. As part of our advocacy work, we are collating input, feedback and experiences from all members of our community. What is the
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Advocacy, Important Updates
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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Advocacy, Contribution, Important Updates, Opinion Pieces
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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Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing
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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Events, Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing
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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eNewsletters, Member Stories