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No deterrence without retention: National Defence Strategy

By Renee Wilson, CEO, Families of Veterans Guild Yesterday the Australian Government announced the biggest peacetime defence spend in our nation’s history. Nuclear submarines. Ghost Shark drones. Hypersonic missiles. A strategy built for what is looking to be the most challenging era since World War II for our nation. Buried deep in the document, there is a short section about people — […]

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April 17, 2026

Mindful mini kitchen: clay based workshop for veteran families

Try clay art: free workshop for war widows, defence and veteran families On Thursday 28 May 2026, we’re cooking up breads, cakes and charcuterie with one ingredient; clay! Join us at this mindful mini kitchen clay workshop where you will be sent a clay kit and be guided by our Wellbeing Team in the making

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April 13, 2026

April wellbeing tips for veteran families

Sharing our latest wellbeing tips for war widows, defence and veteran families Periods of deployment and extended absences are a familiar part of life for many defence families. While distance can bring added emotional and practical challenges, it can also highlight the many meaningful ways families continue to stay connected. Maintaining wellbeing during these times

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April 13, 2026

Wellbeing walk and lunch for Canberra veteran families

Nature reserve walk for war widows, defence and veteran families On Thursday 21 May 2026, we invite you to join us for a free wellbeing walk and lunch through Jerrabomberra Wetlands Nature Reserve ACT, designed to bring people together for connection, conversation and fresh air, facilitated by our Wellbeing Team. Open to war widows, defence and

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April 8, 2026

Cook & connect: veteran family dinner online

Join our online family dinner for war widows, defence and veteran families Join us for a relaxed evening of good food and conversation at our next online Veteran Family Dinner via Zoom on Wednesday 20 May 2026. Whether you’re a war widow, partner or parent of a current or former ADF member, or part of a defence

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April 8, 2026

Wellbeing hike Canberra. Activities for war widows, defence and veteran families.

Wellbeing hike for Canberra veteran families

Nature wellbeing hike for defence and veteran families Calling all nature lovers to join us in a guided wellbeing hike on Friday 8 May, facilitated by our Wellbeing Team! This outdoor session offers an opportunity to step away from daily routines, enjoy fresh air and movement, and connect with others in the veteran community while

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April 1, 2026

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