Remembrance Day is a time to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served to protect Australia’s freedoms and values. It is also a moment for families to pause together, honour the cost carried through generations, and reflect on the lives forever changed by service. Through November, and on Remembrance Day itself, communities gathered […]
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Commemorations, Events
Reconnect in nature: wellbeing walk and lunch for war widows, defence and veteran families Join us for a walk surrounded by fresh air, greenery and good company. This free wellbeing walk and lunch invites all war widows, defence and veteran families to come together to connect with peers through a nature walk and lunch at
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Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing
Media Release – 30 October 2025 A new report released today by the Families of Veterans Guild profiles the real impact of ADF service on veteran families, including that more than half (52%) have reported mental health challenges in the last 12 months. The 2025 Veteran Families Survey was commissioned by the Families of Veterans
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Advocacy, Awareness, Important Updates, Resources
Sharing our latest wellbeing tips for war widows, defence and veteran families Looking after your wellbeing is vital, especially for war widows, defence and veteran families navigating unique challenges. Below you’ll find 3 practical tips from our latest Wellbeing Newsletter that could benefit you and your wellbeing! Animals as co-creators of connection Animals, particularly horses, can
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Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing tips
Reconnect in nature: wellbeing walk for war widows, defence and veteran families The everyday challenges of defence life, relocation, absence, grief, or caregiving can shape the lives of war widows and veteran families. On Friday 7 November 2025, we invite you to join our free wellbeing walk through the Jerrabomberra Wetlands Nature Reserve, designed to
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Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing
Cook & Connect: online dinner for war widows, defence and veteran families Looking for a simple way to connect with others who understand the life of defence and veteran families? Our free online family dinner on Wednesday 26 November 2025 brings together war widows, veteran spouses, parents, adult children and others affected by ADF service —
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Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing