Media Releases


The first annual Ministerial Statement on Veterans and Their Families.was tabled in the House of Representatives today 14th August 2017 “As the Prime Minister has said, in these centenary years of Anzac, we best honour the Diggers of the First World War by supporting the servicemen and women, the veterans and the families of today. […]

The Department of Veterans’ Affairs office in Townsville is not closing. READ MORE

The Turnbull Government will ensure all Australian Defence Force Personnel (ADF) are ready for the opportunities of post-service life. Getting a good job, launching a new career is essential to ensuring our veterans make the most successful transition from the ADF. Our ADF personnel leave the military with unique skills and can make valuable contributions […]

The Government will get a better understanding of homelessness in the veteran community through a research project announced today 4th November 2016. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Dan Tehan said the University of New South Wales and the University of Adelaide had been engaged to conduct research into homelessness in the veteran community. The Australian Housing […]