Inaugural DVSC Commissioner appointed

The Albanese Government has appointed Penny McKay as the inaugural Commissioner of the Defence and Veterans’ Service Commission (DVSC) for a five-year term.

Anzac Day Dawn Service, Isurava, Papua New Guinea

Good morning.

Today, in cities and towns back home and around the world, Australians are remembering the service and sacrifice of all those who have, and continue to serve our country in wars, conflicts, and peace operations.

Honouring generations of service and sacrifice on Anzac Day

On 25 April 1915, Australian and New Zealand soldiers huddled together silently in their row boats as they approached the beaches and hills of Gallipoli. Although they were young and afraid, they prepared to battle with an unseen enemy to protect the rest of us.

Travel to Papua New Guinea

Today I will travel to Papua New Guinea to take part in the Anzac Day service at the Isurava Memorial on the Kokoda Track.

Australia and Papua New Guinea are more than close neighbours and allies, our people share a special bond forged in war on the Kokoda Track.

Homeless Darwin veterans to benefit from new housing centre

As a nation, we have a duty to ensure no veteran is left behind.

The Albanese Government is investing $3.245 million to deliver a purpose-built facility in Darwin for veterans and families of veterans, named the Scott Palmer Services Centre.

Invictus Australia reception

I begin by acknowledging the traditional owners of the lands on which we meet, the Ngunnawal people, and pay my respects to their elders past and present.

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