veteran community

Guided meditation for Townsville veteran families

Guided meditation for ADF families in Townsville On Tuesday 31 March 2026, we’re hosting our first ever wellbeing activity in Townsville, a first step in expanding support to areas where veteran family‑specific services are limited. Facilitated by our Wellbeing Team, this guided meditation session offers a practical and accessible way for defence and veteran families […]

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March 9, 2026

Veteran family dinner for Adelaide veteran families

Veteran family dinner at Pirate Life Brewing for defence and veteran families On Friday 27 March, we’re hosting our very first wellbeing activity in Adelaide, and we’re pleased to be bringing families of current and former ADF members, including war widows together in person for a shared dinner. Facilitated by our Wellbeing Team, this evening is about

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March 9, 2026

Writing through grief online

Creative writing session focused on grief for war widows, defence and veteran families Born from the idea a war widow shared with us, our writing through grief sessions are a space to express grief, having grown with repeating attendees able to feel safe, acknowledged and heard. These sessions are facilitated by our Wellbeing Team and offer a supportive environment

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March 4, 2026

Movie and pizza day Sydney. Activities for war widows, defence and veteran families.

Movie and pizza day for Sydney veteran families

Watching Alvin and the Chipmunks with a pizza lunch for defence and veteran families School holidays can be busy, so this movie and pizza day on Friday 10 April offers defence and veteran families a chance to slow down and enjoy a relaxed afternoon together. Facilitated by our Wellbeing Team, this family‑friendly session is designed

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March 4, 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 Join us on Thursday 26 March to take part in a guided wellbeing hike, 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 exploring a

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