NEWS HEADLINES
Govt Response to Royal Commission
Government response to the Royal Commission Interim Report tabled.
Ad Astra Podcasts – Listen Now
NEW! Ad Astra Aviator Podcasts – an AFA and AFA NSW initiative.
DHAAT – Call for Members (P/Time)
Call for members for the Defence Honours and Awards Appeals Tribunal.
AFA Restructure
The Air Force Association’s national body will restructure to form a National Board of Directors and a Federation Council.
ADSO Sets Policy Objectives
Alliance of Defence Service Organisations (ADSO) Policy Objectives 2022-25.
Federal Budget 2022-23
The 2022-23 Budget includes some welcome spending initiatives for veterans and their families.
Scholarships for Transition
AFA welcomes skills and education scholarships to ease transition from military life.
AFA Remembers Fallen at Last Post Ceremony
Air Force Association Remembers Our Fallen at Last Post Ceremony in Canberra.
Deanna Nott appointed to AFA Board
AFA appoints Defence communications specialist to National Board.
RAAF Veteran Awarded US Silver Star
RAAF Vietnam veteran Mac Cottrell has been awarded the prestigious Silver Star by the US.
‘Father of the RAAF’ Honoured in Bronze
A centenary celebration was held in South Australia to honour Sir Richard Williams KBE CB DSO.
DVA Legislation Amendment Passed
DVA Amendment on Disability Payments Passed by Parliament.
DVA Announces MyAccount Closure
Department of Veterans Affairs has advised that MyAccount will be closed on 10 December 2021.
Honours & Awards – Vietnam
Veterans recognised with Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm Unit Citation.
AFA Submission to Royal Commission
Air Force Association’s submission to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide.
MORE NEWS
More ways to securely store your Veteran Card
DVA Veteran Card holders with a smart phone or other smart device now have the option to securely store and access their Veteran Gold and White Cards in the myGov app. For some, digital cards provide greater convenience and flexibility. So for veterans and families...
National commemorative service to mark 25 years since Timor-Leste
On Friday 20 September 2024, we commemorate the 25th anniversary of Australian service in Timor-Leste. Australian service in Timor-Leste spanned between 1999 and 2013 and included personnel from the Australian Defence Force and the Australian Federal Police, as well...
Advocacy funding provides practical support
The Australian Government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing practical support to veterans with today’s announcement of $4.731 million in grants for local advocacy services. The funding has been awarded through the Building Excellence in Support and Training...
Applications Open for 2025 AVCAT Scholarships
The Australian Veterans’ Children Assistance Trust (AVCAT) is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the 2025 AVCAT Scholarships on 18 August 2024, coinciding with Vietnam Veterans’ Day. These scholarships provide financial support ranging from $4000 to...
AFA-SA Marks NAIDOC Week 2024
Air Force Association (SA) marked NAIDOC Week 2024 by attending the unveiling and dedication of the new RAAF Base Edinburgh Keeping Place on 11 July and releasing a biographical profile of one of the few Indigenous South Australians that served in the Air Force in...
Commemorative Medallion and Certificate for Vietnam War Veterans
Applications for the special Commemorative Medallion and Certificate of Commemoration produced by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) to mark the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War close on 26 July 2024. About the...
Senate Calls for Submissions on Defence Honours and Veterans’ Entitlements
The Senate Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Committees have announced two significant inquiries and are calling for submissions from interested individuals and organisations. Inquiry into Defence Honours and Awards System On 3 July 2024, the Senate referred the...
New grants available to help tackle veteran homelessness
Applications are now open for eligible organisations to apply for a share in $30 million in grant funding to build more crisis and transitional housing and provide specialist services for veterans and families who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness. ...
Veterans’ and Families’ Hubs expand across north west Tasmania
Veterans and families in north west Tasmania will now have improved access to tailored services and support following the opening of the new Veterans’ and Families’ Hub in Burnie on 13 June 2024. Established by the North West Tasmanian Veteran Welfare Board, the hub...
New leadership for Air Force Association following AGM
The Air Force Association is pleased to announce the election of new leadership following its Annual General Meeting held in Melbourne today. Air Vice-Marshal Joe Iervasi (Retd) has been elected as President, while current board member and Director of Communications...