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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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Self care for defence and veteran families. Watercolour painting

Self care through watercolour for war widows, defence and veteran families

The calming benefits of watercolour painting for war widows, defence and veteran families. Picture yourself sitting on a picnic rug under the shade of a large oak tree. The sun is shining down between the bright green leaves onto your lap. You sit next to an art book, its page blank and waiting, surrounded by

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Families of veterans raising their voice for the Defence and Veterans Mental Health Wellbeing Strategy

Improving support for defence and veteran families: our response to the wellbeing strategy 2025-2030

We have recently submitted feedback on the Defence and Veteran Family Wellbeing Strategy 2025-2030. You can read our submission here. Overview of our response In summary, our response to the strategy highlights the importance of supporting and empowering the families of veterans to achieve a stronger, more sustainable, and resilient defence and veteran community. Our

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Share your experience with ADF superannuation Schemes

Have your say on ADF Superannuation Schemes – Share your experiences

Are you or a loved one affected by the superannuation schemes for Australian Defence Force (ADF) members? The Senate’s Finance and Public Administration Reference Committee has launched an Inquiry into the operation and appropriateness of the superannuation schemes for current and former serving ADF members. Your voice is crucial in shaping the future of these

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Watercolour painting activity for war widows and defence and veteran families.

Online watercolour painting for war widows, defence and veteran families

War widows, defence and veteran families are invited to join us for watercolour painting online Who is this free activity for and why? Has your loved one ever served in the ADF? Are you connected to defence service in any way? Whether you’re the partner of a current or former serving ADF member, a veteran

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Mothers Day Photoshoot for defence and veteran families.

Canberra Mothers Day photoshoot for war widows and veteran families

We invite Canberra war widows, defence and veteran families to enjoy a Mothers Day photoshoot Please note that families who have already participated in our 2024 Christmas family photoshoot will not be able to schedule a session for the 2025 Mother’s Day photoshoot. If you wish to be put on the waitlist, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au   Who

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