NEWS HEADLINES
AFA Submission to OWP Forum
AFA’s submission to the next DVA Operational Working Party meeting in November.
From the National President’s Desk…
Your latest update on happenings in and around AFA.
AF2021 Commemoration Event – RSVP Date Extended
An opportunity to attend the Flag Raising Ceremony and Queen’s Colour Parade in Canberra.
Vale – AM Selwyn David Evans AC, DSO, AFC RAAF
We remember Air Marshal Selwyn David Evans AC, DSO, AFC RAAF.
The 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain
“Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few.” – Sir Winston Churchill
Honouring the RAAF on Vietnam Veterans’ Day
On 18 August every year, we pause and honour the more than 4000 members of the RAAF who served in Vietnam between the years 1964 – 1971, and in 1975.
Korean War MIA Working Group
The Unrecovered War Casualties-Army (UWC-A) is the lead agency established to identify and recover Australian servicemen MIA.
Investigation into the DFRDB Scheme
The Commonwealth Ombudsman has released a report on the DFRDB scheme.
MORE NEWS
Scootaville 2023 – Adventure & Philanthropy
This year’s Scootaville charity ride has proved to be a masterful blend of adventure and philanthropy, serving as a shining example of how enriching life experiences can also make a significant social impact. Over the span of 18 days, participants rode small motor...
Air Force Association Updates Strategic Plan
The Air Force Association (AFA) National Board recently held a Strategic Planning Session in Canberra to evaluate and update the organisation’s key elements: Vision, Mission, Values, Strategic Objectives and Key Initiatives. The aim of the update is to further align...
Sharon Bown Honoured – Member of the Order of Australia
Sharon Bown, a Royal Australian Air Force veteran and ambassador for the Air Force Association, has been honoured with an appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia. The award recognises her extraordinary dedication and service to Australian veterans and their...
Celebrating Excellence at the Annual Australian Air Force Cadets National Awards Presentation
Celebrating Excellence at the Annual Australian Air Force Cadets National Awards Presentation The Annual Australian Air Force Cadets National Awards Presentation and AAFC Foundation Sponsors event took centre stage at the Australian Defence College Mess in Canberra on...
Remembering 1940: A Weekend of Commemoration in Hobart
A significant chapter in our nation's history will be commemorated throughout the weekend of 15 to 17 September when Hobart becomes the backdrop for a memorable tribute to the Battle of Britain heroes of 1940. Friday Evening - 15 September Our commemorative journey...
Honouring Vietnam Veterans – a tribute to service and sacrifice
On 18 August 2023, Australia united in solemn reflection to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War. Celebrated as Vietnam Veterans' Day, a date etched in history, it traces its origins to the Battle of Long Tan on...
Aviation museum a tribute to history and service
The Maryborough Military Aviation Museum Association is pursuing its mission to preserve the rich aviation heritage of the region by building a world-class museum complex at Maryborough Airport. As part of its fundraising efforts, a social event will be held on...
Veteran Transition Strategy
The Veteran Transition Strategy, the first of its kind, was released by the Australian Government on 22 August 2023. The Strategy is a joint initiative between Defence, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) and the Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation...
Statement from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs – Veterans’ MATES program
The Veterans’ MATES program has been operating for more than 18 years to provide a valuable proactive service addressing ‘real life’ health care problems in the veteran community. Specifically, the program seeks to positively change veteran medicine usage, and...
Pilgrimage to the Charters Towers War Cemetery
The RAAF Association, Townsville Branch invites media and the general public to join them on a pilgrimage to the War Cemetery, Charters Towers to remember those Defence Force personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice during operational service in the Second World War...