Marking the graves of our WWI veterans

The Albanese Government is delivering on our commitment to honour the service and sacrifice of First World War veterans, with the opening of the second round of the Marking First World War Private Graves Grants Program.

When we say “lest we forget” we mean it: we will remember them, we do remember them.

All over the country, dedicated community organisations work tirelessly to identify the graves of long lost WWI veterans. 
This program was developed to support these organisations in their important work, as they seek to acknowledge these veterans, many of whom lie in unmarked graves, as they so deserve.  

To enable the appropriate marking of graves, this year, grant funding has been increased by $170, with up to $620 available per grave.

In 2023, this program delivered funding for 42 graves of veterans whose death was not related to their war service to be marked around the country. 

Importantly, research undertaken as a result of this program meant 44 veterans were also identified to be eligible for official War Grave status and commemoration.

Applications close on 5 November 2024.

Visit the DVA website for more information.

Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling provides 24/7 free confidential crisis support for current and ex-serving ADF personnel and their families on 1800 011 046 or the Open Arms website. Safe Zone Support provides anonymous counselling on 1800 142 072. Defence All-Hours Support Line provides support for ADF personnel on 1800 628 036 or the Defence Health Portal. Defence Member and Family Helpline provides support for Defence families on 1800 624 608