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War Widows Social Club Christmas gatherings

As the year is wrapping up, war widow social clubs have been celebrating the Christmas season with club lunches that bring members together for good food and great company as one last celebration together for 2025. These gatherings are a tradition that keeps friendships strong as members close the year with a final festive celebration, reminding us why connection matters during the holidays. Throughout late November and recent weeks of December, there have […]

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December 19, 2025

Our latest wellbeing activities for war widows and veteran families

Ending 2025 with creative, peaceful and reflective wellbeing activities The festive season can sometimes be challenging, especially for families navigating life in service. That’s why our Wellbeing Program continues to create meaningful experiences for war widows, defence and veteran family communities, bringing people together through activities that nurture creativity, reflection and care. From peaceful walks to crafts and writing sessions, our wellbeing activities have multiple

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December 16, 2025

Mary receiving Life Membership award at City Saturday Club Christmas gathering. War widows social clubs.

City Saturday Social Club Christmas gathering

Celebrating a special member at the City Saturday Social Club Every year, the Coordinator of the City Saturday Club, Lynne, hosts a Christmas get-together at her home that allows war widows from both her club and other clubs to gather and celebrate the season. It’s a tradition Lynne has proudly maintained for over 15 years. This year,

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December 12, 2025

December Wellbeing Tips for war widows, defence and veteran families

December wellbeing tips for veteran families

Sharing our latest wellbeing tips for war widows, defence and veteran families As the year draws to a close and the Christmas season approaches, it’s the perfect time to reflect, reconnect, and restore balance. In this month’s Wellbeing Newsletter, we’re sharing 3 practical tips to help you thrive, exploring the power of sharing wisdom, understanding

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December 12, 2025

War widows social club outing

High tea at NSW Parliament House – Penrith War Widows Social Club In October, 20 beautifully dressed members from the Penrith Social Club alongside two ladies from other clubs came together for high tea at NSW Parliament House, an outing organised by their Coordinator Dallas Alderson. With the motivation of wanting a day out for the ladies, Dallas tries to organise at least one large outing per year and invite as many ladies as she can for a fun day together. Bringing people together “It’s nice to get out and

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December 5, 2025

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War Widows Social Club highlights

From the beginning, our social clubs have existed to make sure no war widow faces life alone. Formed in the tradition set by Jessie Vasey, who “welded” widows together so they had voice, companionship and practical support, the clubs offer belonging built on a shared loss and a shared resolve. That unspoken understanding is why a simple

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December 4, 2025

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