connecting war widows

Benefits of connecting over a shared meal

Our recent veteran family dinner wellbeing activities: strengthening connections We are always exploring meaningful ways to support connection and wellbeing amongst war widows, defence and veteran families. One of our newest and most warmly received wellbeing activities has been the Veteran Family Dinners—hosted both in-person and online—where cooking and connecting go hand in hand. This […]

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July 2, 2025

Our latest wellbeing activities for war widows and veteran families

Our Wellbeing Program over the past few months has offered a mix of hands-on, physical, and creative activities for war widows, defence and veteran families. We have also been exploring new ideas based on feedback from families, aiming to provide something for everyone. From family days at Lollipops Playland to wellbeing walks, yoga, art workshops,

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June 24, 2025

Volunteers thank you lunch

Recognising the vital role of our volunteers On Tuesday 10 June 2025, we hosted a Volunteers Thank You Lunch at Club Parramatta, bringing together some of our dedicated volunteers. The lunch was an opportunity to thank them for the time they give to support war widows through phone calls, handwritten cards, and social club gatherings.

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June 16, 2025

ANZAC Field of Remembrance social club gatherings, gatherings of war widows across NSW

ANZAC Field of Remembrance social clubs gatherings

War widows and their families gathered across NSW to honour loved ones through local ANZAC Field of Remembrance services. Each gathering offered a moment to pause, lay a cross, and remember someone who served, together, and in their own way. While the central service was held at St Andrew’s Cathedral in Sydney, it reached well

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May 22, 2025

Celebrating National Volunteers Week with a big thank you to our volunteers, our war widows.

Celebrating National Volunteer Week: thank you to our volunteers

Honouring the heart of our veteran and defence community: our volunteers National Volunteers Week is approaching soon on 19 – 25 May and is a week-long celebration held annually to recognise and thank volunteers for their contributions to communities. Volunteers play a crucial role in strengthening communities, offering their time, skills and compassion to support others.

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May 16, 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

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