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Modern women, outdated systems: living with policies that lag behind

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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March 30, 2026

Wellbeing activities in our wellbeing program for veteran families, war widows

Our latest wellbeing activities for war widows and veteran families

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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March 30, 2026

Kokedama workshop wellbeing activity. Activities for war widows, defence and veteran families.

Kokedama workshop for Canberra veteran families

Crafting and connecting: Kokedama workshop for war widows, defence and veteran families On Saturday 18 April, we’re having a free kokedama workshop at Solid Rock Defence Ministry — and you’re invited! This session will be facilitated by our Wellbeing Team and is open to all defence and veteran families, including war widows, spouses, carers etc. You don’t need

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March 24, 2026

Cook and connect veteran family dinner wellbeing activity. Activities for war widows, defence and veteran families.

Cook & connect: veteran family dinner online

Cook & Connect: online dinner for war widows, defence and veteran families Join us for our free online family dinner on Wednesday 29 April, bringing together war widows, veteran spouses, parents, adult children and others affected by ADF service — no cooking skills required, just bring yourself and cook along with the group! This online

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March 24, 2026

Watercolour painting wellbeing activity. Activities for war widows, defence and veteran families.

Online watercolour painting for veteran families

War widows, defence and veteran families are invited to join us for watercolour painting online It is time to get creative and relax with our watercolour painting session online on Thursday 30 April, free for all war widows, defence and veteran families. This is an easy, enjoyable way to bring the whole family together from home,

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March 24, 2026

Why is veteran family policy stuck in the 1950s?

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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March 19, 2026

Modern women, outdated systems: living with policies that lag behind

Why is veteran family policy stuck in the 1950s?

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