Create and connect: kokedama workshop for war widows, defence and veteran families On Friday 19 September 2025 , we’re hosting a free kokedama workshop at Queanbeyan Veteran and Family Hub — and you’re invited. This session is open to all defence and veteran families, including war widows, spouses, carers and adult children. You don’t need any […]
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Creative writing session focused on grief for war widows, defence and veteran families Life alongside or after military service comes with unique challenges — whether you’re the widow of a veteran, a parent whose child served, or the partner of someone navigating transition. This free creative writing session is for you. Held online on 18 September 2025, it offers a
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Sharing our latest wellbeing tips for war widows, defence and veteran families Each new month brings its own challenges and opportunities to pause and reset. In our latest Wellbeing Newsletter, we shared two practical tips you can find below, designed to help you stay connected and provide support. The power of volunteering Volunteering offers many
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Reconnect in nature: wellbeing walk for war widows, defence and veteran families Step into the calm of the gardens and take a breath. On 12 September 2025, we invite war widows, defence and veteran families to join us for a gentle wellbeing walk in the Botanical Gardens — a calming place to pause and connect
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Make a gem art bookmark: online session for war widows, defence and veteran families Join us online on 11 September 2025 for a relaxing gem art session where you’ll be guided step-by-step in creating your own sparkling bookmark. Open to war widows, defence and veteran families, this is a chance to get creative and connect
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Connect with other defence and veteran spouses over dinner On 6 September 2025, we’re hosting a casual dinner at Bistro Nguyen’s for partners and widows of serving and ex-serving ADF members. You’re warmly invited to join us for good food and great company. Whether you’re newly connected or have long ties to defence life, this
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