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Online decluttering workshop for veteran families

Kelly Taylor — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:08:43 +0000

Decluttering made doable: workshop for war widows, defence and veteran families

A tidier space can do a lot for how we feel. This online wellbeing activity offers practical, doable strategies to help you sort, organise, and let go. On Thursday 10 September 2026, war widows, defence and veteran families can join our decluttering workshop from home, alongside others who understand defence and veteran family life.

Decluttering workshop

Join us online via Zoom for a 60-minute decluttering workshop led by Amy Revell of The Art of Decluttering. Amy will walk through an overview of decluttering, with practical strategies for both organising your space and letting go of what you no longer need. It’s a friendly, no-pressure session you can join from the comfort of home.

There is no cost to attend, and this is an adults-only activity. Whether you’re facing a particular project or just want somewhere to start, you’ll come away with useful tools and the chance to connect with others in the defence and veteran community.

Previous attendees to wellbeing activities said “I appreciate opportunities to learn new things, develop practical skills, and prioritise self-care and wellbeing in a supportive and welcoming environment.”

Event information

Location: Online via Zoom (link will be sent to you).
Date: Thursday 10 September 2026.
Time: 7pm – 8pm (AEST).

Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.

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Macramé workshop for Sydney veteran families

Kelly Taylor — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:13:05 +0000

Macramé and dinner for war widows, defence and veteran families

Knot, create and connect with this wellbeing activity. On Thursday 13 August 2026, war widows, defence and veteran families can join our macramé and dinner evening in Chatswood to learn a new skill and connect over a shared meal with others who understand defence and veteran family life.

Macramé and dinner

Join us in Chatswood to learn the basics of macramé and create your own wall hanging piece to take home. You will be guided through simple knotting techniques step by step, with all materials provided — no experience needed. Once everyone has finished crafting, we will sit down together for a pizza dinner, connecting with other defence and veteran families.

Hop on the Metro train (just a quick 14min ride from either Central to Chatswood or Ryde to Chatswood). Feel free to explore the lively streets of Chatswood, with its great shops and unique attractions.

Previous attendees to wellbeing activities said “I loved the relaxed pace, learning a new skill, connecting with nature, and spending time with such a warm and welcoming group. It was something I wouldn’t normally do, and I can’t wait to do more!”

Event information

Location: Families of Veterans Guild, Level 1, 9 Help St Chatswood NSW.
Date: Thursday 13 August 2026.
Time: 6pm – 7.30pm.
Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.

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Wellbeing walk and lunch in Sydney for veteran families

Kelly Taylor — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:38:53 +0000

War widows, defence and veteran families — join us for fresh air and good company

Sea air, an easy stroll along the foreshore, and lunch with good company — that’s the shape of this wellbeing activity at Cronulla. On Friday 7 August 2026, war widows, defence and veteran families can join our wellbeing walk and lunch for a relaxed afternoon by the water whilst connecting with others who understand.

Wellbeing walk and lunch

Join us at Cronulla Surf Life Saving Club for a wellbeing walk of about 60 minutes, following the Esplanade Walk along the foreshore. The route is paved and flat, and it’s pram and wheelchair friendly, so everyone can take part comfortably. After the walk, we will head to a local cafe for lunch together. A meal and a drink at the cafe are included.

Previous attendees to wellbeing activities said “It was such a lovely morning getting outdoors, enjoying the sunshine, and connecting with other defence families.”

Event information

Location: Meet at Cronulla Surf Life Saving Club, 36A Gerrale St, Cronulla NSW.
Date: Friday 7 August 2026.
Time: 12pm – 2pm.
Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.

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Wellbeing walk and lunch in Sydney for veteran families

Kelly Taylor — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 23:28:48 +0000

War widows, defence and veteran families — join us for fresh air and good company

This wellbeing activity brings a morning outdoors, walking through the gardens, finished with lunch by the harbour. On Friday 17 July 2026, war widows, defence and veteran families can come along to our wellbeing walk and lunch for fresh air, easy company and connection through one of Sydneys most popular gardens.

Wellbeing walk and lunch

This 60-minute wellbeing walk through the Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney will be followed by lunch and a drink at a cafe. We will meet at 11 am at Piccolo Me, near the Macquarie Street entrance to the gardens — look for the yellow umbrellas. The gardens are easy to reach from Martin Place, Circular Quay, Wynyard, or Town Hall stations.

Previous attendees to wellbeing activities said “It was such a lovely morning getting outdoors, enjoying the sunshine, and connecting with other defence families.”

Event information

Location: Meet at Piccolo Me, Royal Botanic Gardens, Macquarie St, Sydney NSW.
Date: Friday 17 July 2026.
Time: 11am – 1pm.
Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.

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Monthly cook & connect: veteran family dinner online

Kelly Taylor — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:55:01 +0000

Join our monthly online family dinner for war widows, defence and veteran families

Pull up a chair at one of our most loved wellbeing activities — our monthly cook and connect: veteran family dinner. Running on Thursday evenings from July to November 2026, cook along with other families across Australia from your own kitchen, share a meal, and enjoy some good conversation over Zoom. You are free to join us for any months dinner or all five!

Cook & connect: veteran family dinner online

War widows, defence and veteran families are invited to get together and join our social work team over Zoom to cook, chat, and enjoy a meal together from home. Each registered household will receive a $20 Coles gift card to help with ingredients, and a Mingle all-natural seasoning sachet that makes cooking simple. Each recipe is designed to feed four people (with leftovers for smaller households).

Registrations open six weeks before each session and close two weeks before. Please register once per household for each session you are attending.

Previous attendees to wellbeing activities said “Thank you for organising the activity, it was a wonderful experience for our family to connect and have fun together.”

Event information

Location: Online via Zoom (Zoom link will be sent to you).
Dates:

- Thursday 30 July 2026
- Thursday 27 August 2026
- Thursday 24 September 2026
- Thursday 29 October 2026
- Thursday 26 November 2026

Times: 5.30pm – 6.30pm (AEST/AEDT)

Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.

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Indemnity waiver

By registering and participating in the virtual Veteran Family Dinner hosted by Families of Veterans Guild, at any location in Australia or virtually, I, the registered participant, hereby acknowledge and agree to the following terms and conditions;

Assumption of Risk: I understand that participating in cooking activities involve certain inherent risks, including but not limited to; cuts, burns, slips, falls, allergic reactions, and other risks associated with cooking activities, knives, heat, and other dangerous tools. I personally assume these risks when participating in this activity.

Medical Condition: I certify that I am physically fit and able to participate in the cooking activity. I agree to inform the facilitator of any medical conditions, allergies, or dietary restrictions that may affect my ability to safely participate.

Release of Liability: I hereby release and discharge Australian War Widows NSW Ltd (trading as Families of Veterans Guild), its facilitators, employees, directors, members or managers from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by me or any property belonging to me while participating in the cooking class.

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Online Tension and Trauma Release Exercises (TRE) workshop for veteran families

Kelly Taylor — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:43:03 +0000

Tension and Trauma Release Exercises for war widows, defence and veteran families

Take part in our online Tension and Trauma Release Exercise (TRE) workshop, running across three Wednesday evenings starting 5 August 2026. Attendance at all three sessions is required to complete the program. This wellbeing activity will teach you practical ways to release tension and support your wellbeing from home, anywhere across Australia!

Tension and Trauma Release Exercises (TRE) workshop

War widows, defence and veteran families are invited to join Richmond, the National TRE Coordinator of Australia, for a three-week online program of Tension and Trauma Release Exercises (TRE). Running on Wednesdays 5, 12, and 19 August, Richmond will guide participants with a gentle, body-based practice designed to help release deep muscular tension, calm the nervous system, and support overall emotional and physical balance.

Previous attendees to wellbeing activities said “These sessions became a powerful tool for releasing tension, reducing stress, and helping me feel supported, relaxed, and connected with others.”

Event information

Location: Online via Zoom (link will be sent to you).
Date: Wednesday 5, 12, 19 August 2026 (attendance at all three sessions is required).
Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm (AEST).
Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.

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Waiver:

By attending all three online sessions, participants acknowledge that TRE is a self-care and wellbeing activity, not a therapeutic or clinical treatment, and that they will engage at their own pace, listening to their body’s limits and needs.

Participants accept that the workshop is intended to help them learn new skills and strategies to support their wellbeing, including techniques for recognising and releasing tension held in the body, while also encouraging the development of an intentional, ongoing self-care practice. Participants understand that participation is voluntary, they may pause or stop at any time, and they are responsible for ensuring their physical environment is safe and suitable for movement during the sessions.

This is a 3 week program.

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