Lynne, a member of the Board of Directors for the Families of Veterans Guild, recently shared her story with us. She was widowed ten years ago, after the passing of her husband Patrick, who had served 25 years in the Royal Australian Engineers. Lynne spoke of the long and difficult years supporting her partner as […]
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Member Stories
Sharing our latest wellbeing tips for war widows, defence and veteran families With spring unfolding, it’s a time to pause and nurture the wellbeing of ourselves and those we care for. In this month’s Wellbeing Newsletter, we included two practical tips and have taken them to share with you below—designed to support you in staying
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Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing tips
15 August each year marks Victory in the Pacific (VP) – the anniversary of Japan’s surrender to the Allied forces in 1945, which brought an end to the Second World War. For many Australians, it is a day of remembrance for the almost 40,000 men and women gave their lives during the conflict, and countless more
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Commemorations, Events
Reconnect in nature: wellbeing walk for war widows, defence and veteran families Notice: Activity has been cancelled. To find more activities near you, please visit: https://familiesofveterans.org.au/project/defence-families-wellbeing-events/ Wellbeing walk War widows, defence and veteran families are invited to come together for a 1 hour walk along Lake Burley Griffin, offering an opportunity to enjoy the natural
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Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing
Afternoon movie at the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia With the school holidays approaching, a family movie afternoon is a chance to relax, connect, and enjoy time together. On Thursday 2 October 2025, we invite you to join us for a free movie afternoon at the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia,
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Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing
Our submission to the Mental Health Commission dedicated to veterans and their families In June 2025 the Mental Health Commission of NSW released a consultation paper to assist in the development of their new Strategy for mental health and wellbeing in NSW. With 26% of Australian veterans calling NSW home and an estimated 246,000
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Advocacy, Contribution, Important Updates