Royal Australian Regiment Corporation (RARC) Advocacy 2020-2021 The RARC is the national peak body representing the officers and soldiers who have served, are serving or will serve in the Royal Australian Regiment and their families. The Regiment was formed on 23 November 1948 and today the RARC includes the Australian Regular Army Infantry Battalion Associations, […]
The Federal Member for the seat of Mayo, Rebekha Sharkie MP, is well known as a supporter of local initiatives. Recently she wrote letters to the Minister of Veteran Affairs and others, in support of a grant application submitted by the Foundation to the Veteran and Community Grants Hub. The application was successful, no doubt […]
THE next generation of Australians will now be able to learn about the beginning of a precarious time in Australia’s history during the Second World War, the Fall of Singapore, in an engaging way through the latest stage of the Anzac360 app. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Darren Chester said using virtual reality technology, the Anzac360 […]
IN the coming weeks Australia will mark the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. Now the few surviving WWII veterans, most approaching the end of their days, will again be feted by a grateful nation. World War II veterans changed the face of the ADF, providing the nucleus of Australia’s post-war regular […]
Improving understanding of veteran homelessness among housing providers will be the focus of a new set of industry standards, training materials and a toolkit being developed by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) and the Community Housing Industry Association (CHIA). Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Darren Chester said any instance of veteran homelessness was concerning and […]
A special commemorative medallion marking the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War is now available to every living Second World War veteran to say ‘thank you for your service’. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Darren Chester today launched the medallion and certificate in the lead up to the end of the Second […]
Dear Korea Veterans, Families and Supporters, This Monday the July 27 is Korea veterans Day marking the Korean War Armistice in 1953.The Corona Virus is causing new spikes and lock-downs, border closures and other restrictions.And the commemoration services would have been cancelled or limited to small scale.AQKV – Association of QLD Korea Veterans – is […]
The Winter 2020 issue of Vetaffairs is now available online, featuring: Celebrating our veteran employment award-winnersInput wanted on DVA’s consultation frameworkNew Veteran Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy launchedAdvocate gives veterans’ families voice on supportPlanning for staying health during COVID-19Vital to continue normal medical contacts during pandemicSafe Zone – Veteran Support 24/7Coastwatcher’s last missionJames sets benchmark for solo Tasman sail […]
The current ADF pay arrangement is due to expire and a new three-year Workplace Remuneration Arrangement (WRA) (2020-2023) is scheduled to commence at the end of this year. The DFWA will once again be involved in the WRA process by way of providing an independent voice to the Defence Force Remuneration Tribunal thus ensuring the interests […]
It is with a very heavy heart that Len Thompson OAM advises that a little after 2.00 am this morning, the much loved, respected and fearless 8RAR Charlie Company Leader, 13527 Col. David Rankine MC, MID, VCOG passed away. David’s widow, Joy and daughter, Susan were with him at the time. David was 87 in […]
Foreword The Government’s firm commitment to the Australian people remains that we will keep our nation safe and protect our way of life for future generations. It is clear, however, that Australia’s strategic environment has deteriorated more rapidly than anticipated when we made this commitment in the 2016 Defence White Paper. This deterioration means that […]
The history and traditions of our services and how they should be recognised belong to all who served, not just a biased, elite few at the top.In 2020 there is unrest in former military ranks, which manifests itself via social media. Combat-experienced veterans have no hesitation expressing themselves about those who threaten the fabric of […]
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