Cupcake baking from home: online session for defence and veteran families

Take some time out to bake, connect and have fun with others who understand life shaped by defence service. On Thursday 21 August 2025, we’re inviting defence and veteran families to join us online for a cupcake baking session, brought to you by our Wellbeing Program.

Whether you’re baking for yourself or with loved ones, this relaxed, hands-on session is a chance to unwind, enjoy a comforting routine, and connect with others from the comfort of your own kitchen. 

Baking cupcakes

Defence and veteran families are invited to come together and bake cupcakes together online. Facilitated by Social Worker, Gabby Steel, veteran families will be guided to make muffins. This casual cooking experience is designed to bring the veteran family community together. Whether you are baking for one or a whole family, this activity is designed to bring forth the benefits of communal baking from the comfort of your home.

We will provide you with a silicon cupcake tray and a Woolworths or Coles gift card to contribute to the purchase of ingredients. A list of ingredients, utensils, and recipe required for the meal preparation will be emailed to you prior to the wellbeing activity.

Please only register once per household.

Indemnity waiver

By registering and participating in the virtual Baking Cupcakes Session hosted by Families of Veterans Guild, at any location in Australia or virtually, I, the registered participant, hereby acknowledge and agree to the following terms and conditions;

Assumption of Risk: I understand that participating in cooking activities involve certain inherent risks, including but not limited to; cuts, burns, slips, falls, allergic reactions, and other risks associated with cooking activities, knives, heat, and other dangerous tools. I personally assume these risks when participating in this activity.

Medical Condition: I certify that I am physically fit and able to participate in the cooking activity. I agree to inform the facilitator of any medical conditions, allergies, or dietary restrictions that may affect my ability to safely participate.

Release of Liability: I hereby release and discharge Australian War Widows NSW Ltd (trading as Families of Veterans Guild), its facilitators, employees, directors, members or managers from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by me or any property belonging to me while participating in the baking session.

There is some cost for this activity. You will be posted a cupcake tray (if required) and gift card to help contribute to the ingredients for the baking session, by the Families of Veterans Guild. 

Previous attendees to Wellbeing activities said “What a wonderful experience it was to engage with such a lovely group. I’m grateful for the opportunity to focus on self-care and make new connections.” 

Event information

• Location: Online (Zoom link will be sent to you).
  

• Date and Time: Thursday 21 August 2025, 6.30pm – 8pm. 
  

• Registrations: Open NOW. Registrations close 7 August.

• Cost: Small cost + gift card for ingredients

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.