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May wellbeing tips for veteran families

Sharing our latest wellbeing tips for war widows, defence and veteran families Looking after your wellbeing is vital, especially for war widows, defence and veteran families navigating unique challenges. Below you’ll find practical tips from our latest Wellbeing Newsletter that could benefit you and your wellbeing! Social connection: connecting over a shared meal Studies have […]

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May 8, 2025

Families of Veterans Guild welcomes Coalition’s $5 million election commitment, calls for bipartisan support for veteran families

Why support for veteran families can’t wait any longer

We’ve called for a matched election commitment from the Australian Labor Party—and here’s why it matters. Last week, the Families of Veterans Guild welcomed a landmark commitment from the Liberal National Party, pledging $5 million over four years to expand support for the families of Australian veterans. This is the first time a major party has made a

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May 1, 2025

We welcome Coalition’s $5 million election commitment, call for bipartisan support for veteran families

Media release – 29 April 2025 We welcome an election campaign announcement from the Coalition, pledging $5 million over four years to expand our programs and services for the families of Australian veterans. This funding promise recognises the critical role families play in supporting Australia’s defence capability. With more than 700,000 families in Australia managing the impacts

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April 29, 2025

A war widows story, inspiring defence spouse

The ultimate defence spouse: a war widows story

Losing a partner is a grief that never truly leaves, it simply changes shape over time. But Margaret, a war widow, has shown that even with grief, nothing can stop you from living your life to the fullest and giving everything a go. In 2023, a current serving partner met with Margaret and shared with

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April 17, 2025

Online communities benefits. Social connection for defence and veteran families

Social connection online for war widows, defence and veteran families

Online communities to connect war widows, defence and veteran families Are you looking for new ways to connect with your local community? Or have you recently moved and are searching for social connection? Many platforms allow you to explore local in-person or online social groups, whether you’re interested in hobbies, sports, volunteering, or shared experiences.

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April 11, 2025

Renee Wilson, CEO response to current budget for defence and veteran families

Another budget, another missed opportunity for veterans & their families

Undervaluing of veterans and their families in the current budget Renee Wilson, CEO of the Families of Veterans Guild responds to the Albanese Government’s latest defence budget announcement. Read below to see Renee’s response, bringing attention and advocating for defence and veteran families after another missed opportunity in the current budget. “There is no greater

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April 9, 2025

Why support for veteran families can’t wait any longer

We welcome Coalition’s $5 million election commitment, call for bipartisan support for veteran families

The ultimate defence spouse: a war widows story

Another budget, another missed opportunity for veterans & their families

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