Join our online family dinner for war widows, defence and veteran families Cooking together is one of the easiest ways to feel connected, even from far away. Join us online on Thursday 25 June 2026 to prepare a meal alongside other families, swap a few stories over the stove, and sit down to share a […]
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Each year, we do our best to bring the ANZAC Field of Remembrance to regional areas. It is important to us that widows who are not located in Sydney or who cannot travel to attend the service have a way to be involved no matter where they live. This is why we host the regional gatherings around NSW
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Commemorations, Events, Member Stories
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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Advocacy, Awareness, Important Updates, Resources
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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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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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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