The Hon Darren Chester MP

The Hon Darren Chester MP is the Member for Gippsland in Victoria. Following the 2019 federal election, Darren was reappointed as the Minister for Veterans and Defence Personnel. He was sworn-in on 29 May 2019.

The Minister is responsible for the operations of Veterans' Affairs.

From this website, you can access information in relation to the Minister's Department of Veterans' Affairs responsibilities, the work of the department, the latest media releases, speeches, transcripts and information on how to contact the Minister.

Latest news

• Commemorative projects showcase community spirit — 22/11/2019
• Joint media release — Australian War Memorial Development Project — 18/11/2019
• Veteran employment celebrated — 16/11/2019
• Commemorating the service and sacrifice of our fallen — 11/11/2019
• Speech — Respect Remembrance Day — 11/11/2019