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When Royal Australian Air Force veteran EJ was medically discharged from Defence and going through a marriage breakdown, the impact on her mental and physical health was, at times, overwhelming. During this very difficult period, EJ reached out to Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling which invited her to join an eight‑week Mindfulness‑Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program.

The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) is monitoring the emerging situation of fuel price increases and potential impacts on veterans eligible for travel for treatment covered by their Veteran Card.

The Air Force Association was proud to support the recent Air Force Leadership Proficiency Awards, continuing a long tradition of recognising excellence across the service.
Deanna Nott, National Vice President and Director Communications of the Air Force Association, had the honour of presenting one of the event’s major accolades — the Most Proficient Squadron award. The Association has proudly presented this prestigious recognition since 1961.

As Anzac Day approaches, many will be considering ways to personally commemorate all those who have and continue to serve our country in wars, conflicts and peace operations. 
Our Anzac Day Kitbag and commemorative package is available to support you in commemorating Anzac Day.

The Department of Veterans’ Affairs has unveiled an ambitious schedule of free webinars and in-person workshops aimed at helping Australian employers better recruit, retain and support veterans in the workplace.

Expressions of interest (EOIs) are now open for the Veterans’ Affairs Ministerial Advisory Council (MAC) to the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel.

The Australian Government is committed to reform to better protect veterans from exploitation within the commercial veterans’ advocacy sector. As a first step, veterans, veteran advocates and the broader community are invited to have their say on how to best regulate the veterans’ advocacy sector

With only a little over three weeks to go, excitement is building for the Walk for Veterans on Sunday, 29 March 2026

If you are a woman who has previously served in the Australian Defence Force, or know an ex-serving woman who may be interested, we encourage you to share the following link https://lnkd.in/gmQX9cez

Air Force veterans have served their nation and earned the right to wear the RAAF uniform and awards and decorations with pride. The wearing of awards and decorations as an Air Force Association member brings obligations and responsibilities to protect the reputation and honour of the member, the Association, the Air Force, and the awards and decorations.

The RAAF Memorial in Queens Park Gardens, Brisbane, will once again come alive with pride and reflection on Sunday 29 March 2026, as the AFC and RAAF Association Queensland Division host a special Commemorative Service to celebrate the 105th birthday of the Royal Australian Air Force.

The RAAF Memorial Grove in Canberra continues to serve as a poignant place of reflection and remembrance, where the Air Force Association (ACT Division) honours the legacy of those who have served in Australia’s air power story. Recent months saw two meaningful dedications that highlight the enduring contributions of specialised trades and wartime squadrons.

AFA-SA has met with South Australian Aviation Museum (SAAM) leadership to discuss future collaboration opportunities. AFA-SA President, Lawrence Ng, and Vice-President GPCAPT Greg Weller, met with SAAM Vice President, Nigel Daw and Secretary Jean Kopp, to review recent collaboration initiatives and identify areas where we could work together in the future.

Recently, AFA-SA met up with WW2 WAAAF Veteran Centenarian Mona “Pat” Stringer to acknowledge her 100th birthday!
Joining us was GPCAPT Greg Weller, RAAF Edinburgh Reservist and AFA-SA Vice President, who organised for Pat to receive a Chief of Air Force Letter of Congratulations and a Chief of Air Force Coin for her 100th Birthday

Legacy has launched the most significant change in its history, expanding support to more families of veterans.

For over 100 years, Legacy has supported the families of veterans who could no longer provide for their loved ones due to service-related death, injury or illness, or who have later died.

From now on, the requirement for a veteran to have completed a period of operational service has been removed. This major eligibility change is in direct response to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide findings on military life’s far-reaching impacts.