Today, on National Servicemen’s Day, Australia acknowledges the contribution of thousands of our countrymen, also known as Nashos.

Today marks 56 years since the arrival of the Australian Naval Clearance Diving Team Three in South Vietnam, an elite group who put their lives at risk clearing underwater mines and obstacles during the Vietnam War. 

Defence personnel, veterans and families in Perth’s Southern Suburbs are set to receive better access to support through the establishment of a new Veterans’ and Families’ Hub, following consultation with the local community.

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Doorstop interview
Port Kennedy RSL, WA

Today marks the 55^th anniversary of the Tet Offensive, a key turning point of the Vietnam War.

Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Matt Keogh said the Tet Offensive played a significant role in changing public opinion about the war.

Ex-service organisations (ESOs) are encouraged to apply for a share of  $4.551 million funding through the Building Excellence in Support and Training (BEST) grants program. 

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Press conference
Caboolture, Queensland

Southeast Queensland Veterans’ and Families’ Hub and the passing of Senator Jim Molan AO DSC

The next Veterans’ and Families’ Hub is set to be established in Caboolture, Southeast Queensland, with health and wellbeing organisation Lives Lived Well announced today to lead the Hub’s development.

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Burnie Veterans’ and Families’ Hubs Announcement

Support for the veteran community in North West Tasmania will soon be improved, with the Australian Government today announcing local veterans’ welfare group, the North West Tasmania Veteran Welfare Board, as the lead organisation to establish the new Burnie Veterans’ and Families’ Hub.