NEWS HEADLINES
AFA Welcomes Two New Directors to National Board
The Air Force Association is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Directors to its National Board, Professor Caitlin Byrne AM and Air Commodore Dave Paddison AM, CSC, bringing fresh expertise in international relations, education and Defence transition to the Board’s ongoing work supporting serving and former Air Force members, their families and our proud heritage.
RAAFA Queensland Marks 50th Annual Assembly of Delegates
RAAFA Queensland Division will bring branch representatives from across the state to Logan Central next year for its 50th Annual Assembly of Delegates (AAD), which the Division is describing as one of the most significant gatherings in its history.
Canberra to Mark 25 Years of Australian Service in Afghanistan
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs will host a national commemorative service at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra on 11 October 2026, marking 25 years since Australia’s military involvement in Afghanistan began.
Program Helps Veterans Stay Connected To Defence Community
Veterans transitioning to civilian life will be able to continue accessing Defence bases for up to 2 years under a new program that started in June.
Campaign calls on veteran community to fill the gaps on the map
Campaign calls on veteran community to fill the gaps on the map
2026 Veteran Families Forum
Expressions of Interest are now open for the 2026 Veteran Families Forum later this year
New payment supports older veterans
The Additional Disablement Amount (ADA) is a new payment being introduced from 1 July 2026, when all new claims for compensation and rehabilitation will be assessed under the improved Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004 (MRCA).
Minister announces new Veteran and Family Wellbeing Agency Chief Executive
The Minister for Veterans Affairs has announced that Mr Brendan Cox has been appointed as the inaugural Chief Executive for the Veteran and Family Wellbeing Agency
All new compensation claims now under improved MRCA
All new claims for compensation and rehabilitation will now be determined under an improved version of the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004 (MRCA) as the single ongoing Act for veterans’ entitlements from 1 July 2026.
All proceeds from new RAAF memoir to benefit the Ad Astra Foundation
A new book by one of Australia’s most distinguished aviators is now available.
Fighter Test Pilot: 42 Years in the RAAF is the memoir of Air Vice-Marshal R.V. (Bob) Richardson AO AFC (Retd), written in his 85th year and spanning one of the most varied careers in RAAF history.
Unveiling of the new No.35SQN plaque at the RAAF Memorial Grove Canberra
Unveiling of the new No.35SQN plaque at the RAAF Memorial Grove Canberra
Scooter Convoy to Roll 2,000km Across Queensland for AFA and Legacy
A two-week, 2,018-kilometre scooter ride through the Queensland heartland is set to kick off in August, and organisers are calling for riders and supporters to join the adventure.
RAAF Bomber Command’s Heavy Sacrifice Remembered
The service and sacrifice of approximately 10,000 Royal Australian Air Force personnel who served in RAF Bomber Command during the Second World War have been commemorated at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra.
AFA Supports Recognising Families Sculpture at Australian War Memorial
The Air Force Association Ltd has donated $5,000 to the Recognising Families Sculpture, a landmark project that will deliver the first public tribute in Australia to honour the families of Defence personnel and veterans.
Passing of WW2 Bomber Command Veteran Howard Hendrick DFC
102-year-old RAAF Bomber Command veteran Howard Hendrick DFC OAM has sadly passed away.
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AFA Welcomes Two New Directors to National Board
The Air Force Association is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Directors to its National Board, Professor Caitlin Byrne AM and Air Commodore Dave Paddison AM, CSC, bringing fresh expertise in international relations, education and Defence transition to...
RAAFA Queensland Marks 50th Annual Assembly of Delegates
RAAFA Queensland Division will bring branch representatives from across the state to Logan Central next year for its 50th Annual Assembly of Delegates (AAD), which the Division is describing as one of the most significant gatherings in its history. The Assembly will...
Canberra to Mark 25 Years of Australian Service in Afghanistan
The Department of Veterans' Affairs will host a national commemorative service at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra on 11 October 2026, marking 25 years since Australia's military involvement in Afghanistan began. The date corresponds to the 25th anniversary of...
Program Helps Veterans Stay Connected To Defence Community
Veterans transitioning to civilian life will be able to continue accessing Defence bases for up to 2 years under a new program that started in June. This program forms part of a response to Recommendation 82 of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide,...
Campaign calls on veteran community to fill the gaps on the map
A national grassroots campaign is asking Australians with Defence connections to help “start the count” in federal electorates where no veteran community records yet exist. Veterans Count is building a picture of Australia’s Navy, Army and Air Force community,...
2026 Veteran Families Forum
Expressions of Interest are now open for the 2026 Veteran Families Forum later this year. The Forum brings together people with lived experience as part of a veteran family to work together on improvements to the way families of veterans are supported. It’s a chance...
New payment supports older veterans
The Additional Disablement Amount (ADA) is a new payment being introduced from 1 July 2026, when all new claims for compensation and rehabilitation will be assessed under the improved Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004 (MRCA). The ADA is...
Minister announces new Veteran and Family Wellbeing Agency Chief Executive
The Minister for Veterans Affairs has announced that Mr Brendan Cox has been appointed as the inaugural Chief Executive for the Veteran and Family Wellbeing Agency. The Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide identified that many veterans and families of...
All new compensation claims now under improved MRCA
All new claims for compensation and rehabilitation will now be determined under an improved version of the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004 (MRCA) as the single ongoing Act for veterans’ entitlements from 1 July 2026. The simplification of the...
All proceeds from new RAAF memoir to benefit the Ad Astra Foundation
A new book by one of Australia's most distinguished aviators is now available. Fighter Test Pilot: 42 Years in the RAAF is the memoir of Air Vice-Marshal R.V. (Bob) Richardson AO AFC (Retd), written in his 85th year and spanning one of the most varied careers in RAAF...