veterans legislation

Concerns grow over new allied health policy The Government’s proposed $5,000 cap on allied health care has caused great concern to veteran families and members of Families of Veterans Guild.  This proposal will result in 25,000 veterans, war widows and families being worse off, with critical, lifesaving care such as psychology and chronic pain management directly affected.  The Government maintains that most veterans will be better off […]

The new Veterans’ Legislation will come into effect from 1 July 2026. There are no changes to existing compensation payments or services. Veterans and widowed partners do not need to take any action for their payments and services provided by DVA to continue.  The improved Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act (MRCA) will recognise medical conditions