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March Wellbeing Tips for war widows, defence and veteran families

March wellbeing tips for veteran families

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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March 13, 2026

A war widows story. The experiences and story of a war widow.

A war widows story: Mary – ‘I do it my way’

“I do it my way.” A phrase that speaks to living honestly, guided by one’s own values rather than others’ expectations. A phrase spoken by 98-year-old war widow, Mary P. who became a war widow in 1993 after losing her husband, Albert, who had been suffering from bronchial asthma for a long period of time.

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March 13, 2026

Marjorie C. – Still making a difference at 100

At a peaceful retirement village in Laurieton lives war widow Marjorie C. At 100 years old, she is one of the last known widows of a First World War veteran in Australia and has been a member of the Guild for 42 years. We were honoured to talk with Marjorie and hear her story first-hand.

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March 11, 2026

Expanding war widows services into South Australia, supporting wellbeing, connection and accommodation while honouring long‑standing partnerships and legacy.

Update on War Widows South Australia

Our work to expand war widows service to South Australia, is well progressed with membership transition well underway and services set to recommence early in 2026. Initial service delivery will focus on social connection, wellbeing activities, and peer support for war widows. Over the course of 2026 we will also be building and reaffirming

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February 27, 2026

February Wellbeing Tips for war widows, defence and veteran families

February wellbeing tips for veteran families

Sharing our latest wellbeing tips for war widows, defence and veteran families Looking after your wellbeing remains essential for war widows, defence and veteran families, especially during times when connection can feel harder to reach. This month, we’re exploring what it means to reconnect with yourself and others, with compassion and care. Below, you’ll find

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February 11, 2026

January Wellbeing Tips for war widows, defence and veteran families

January wellbeing tips for veteran families

Sharing our latest wellbeing tips for war widows, defence and veteran families A new year can bring fresh hope and also fresh demands, particularly for war widows, defence and veteran families. This month, we’re highlighting wholehearted living as a compassionate framework for sustaining wellbeing. Below you’ll find this practical tip from our latest Wellbeing Newsletter

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January 22, 2026

Update on War Widows South Australia

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