NEWS HEADLINES
Veterans’ Health Week 2024
Veterans’ Health Week from 13–20 October – you can join in on some fantastic events happening near you.
Air Force To Support Warbirds Downunder 2024
The Royal Australian Air Force is supporting the Warbirds Downunder Airshow at Temora Aviation Museum, with a range of exciting flying and/or static displays from current aircraft including the F-35A Lightning II, C-130J Hercules, Roulettes aerobatic team and the RAAF Balloon, as well as a range of heritage aircraft from No. 100 Squadron.
RAAF Pilot Achieves Rare Milestone – 4000 Hours on Hornet
A Gold Coast / Amberley pilot has racked up 4000 hours on the Hornet – the second person in Australia to achieve the milestone.
Air Force Senior Fighter Combat Instructor Squadron Leader Jason Gamlin instructs at 1 Squadron Training Flight at RAAF Base Amberley, flying both Hornet aircraft types: the F/A-18 A/B Classic Hornet and the F/A-18F Super Hornet, alongside the man who first made the milestone – Squadron Leader Daniel Grealy
RAAFA WA Opens Sir Valston Hancock House to Support Veterans
Western Australia’s first targeted accommodation program for local veterans, Sir Valston Hancock House, was officially opened on 25 September 2024. Air Force Association National Vice President, Deanna Nott, was in attendance to mark the occasion alongside other dignitaries.
Unveiling of new Sir Richard Williams Display at RAAF Base Edinburgh
On 12 August, AFA-SA participated in the unveiling of a new Sir Richard Williams Display honouring the Father of the Air Force by the new Chief of Air Force Air Marshal Steven Chappell at RAAF Base Edinburgh.
AFA-SA joins with RAAF Edinburgh in Remembering the Few Enabled by the Many
On 15 September 2024, the AFA-SA co-hosted with RAAF Edinburgh the 2024 Battle of Britain Commemorative Service at the Air Force Memorial, Torrens Parade Ground
Tasmania Hosts Commemoration of Battle of Britain
Hobart’s defence community has paid tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of those who served during the Battle of Britain. This annual event, held over the weekend of 13 to 15 September 2024 and organised by the Tasmania Division of the RAAF Association, marks 35 years of honouring the pivotal aerial battles of September 1940.
Scootaville 2024 – Supporting Veteran Well-being
Today the Scootavillains are taking a rest and recuperation day in Rockhampton. Scootaville 2024 Queensland Division is developing as an outstanding experience for the 16 riders and as many support workers who set off from Chermside on 31st August on 110cc motor scooters with eventual destination Lavarack Barracks in Townsville
Scootaville 2024: Support our Veterans!
A group of 40 individuals have set off from Chermside in Brisbane on a 2,500-kilometre journey to Army Lavarack Barracks in Townsville.
SA Welcomes All to Annual Battle of Britain Commemorative Service
The Battle of Britain, fought from July to October 1940, was an epic air campaign that led to the first military defeat of Germany in World War 2 and has become synonymous with defiantly defending one’s nation in the air.
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.
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.
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.
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
AFA-SA Marks NAIDOC Week 2024
The RAAF Edinburgh Keeping Place is the latest Defence Indigenous initiative with Kaurna and the broader local First Nations community.
MORE NEWS
AFA Honours Battle of the Coral Sea at National Ceremony
The annual National Ceremony commemorating the Battle of the Coral Sea, a defining World War II victory, has been held at the forecourt of the Australian-American Memorial in Canberra. Immediate Past Vice President of the Air Force Association (AFA), AIRCDRE Peter...
AVCAT Scholarships Open for 2026
The Australian Veterans’ Children Assistance Trust (AVCAT) is offering tertiary scholarships for 2026, providing $4,000–$6,000 annually for up to three years to children and grandchildren of Australian ex-serving veterans. The scholarships, including the Long Tan...
Australia Marks 75th Anniversary of Korean War Service with National Commemorative Service
This year marks the 75th anniversary of Australian service in the Korean War, and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) will honour the occasion with a National Commemorative Service on 25 June 2025 at the Australian National Korean War Memorial on Anzac Parade,...
AFA-SA hosts story telling activity with 102-year-old RAAF Veteran
AFA-SA recently proudly presented a unique storytelling event at the April Combined Ex-Services Mess in Adelaide, where Group Captain Greg Weller engaged with 102-year-old Ray Merrill DFC, one of South Australia’s few remaining RAAF WW2 Bomber Command veterans. The...
AFA Geelong Branch President Recognised
Group Captain John Price has been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the Military Division (OAM) for his exceptional service as an Inquiry Officer and facilitator of administrative inquiries in the Royal Australian Air Force. The award, announced in the...
Scootaville 2025 to Support Air Force Association and Legacy
The popular charity ride Scootaville is hitting the road again in 2025 — and this year, it’s set to support both Legacy and the Air Force Association, raising funds and awareness for veterans and their families. Organised by the Radschool Association Inc, a registered...
Seeking Relatives of WWII Flying Ace FLTLT Murray Adams
The Air Force section at the Australian High Commission in London has been approached by historian and craftsman David Wilson, who has self-funded a project to honour 13 WWII flying aces. One of these heroes is ex-RAAF Flight Lieutenant Murray Adams, who served with...
AFA Shines at Avalon Airshow with Community Spirit and Aviation Flair
The Air Force Association has made a strong impression at the recent Avalon Australian International Airshow, with its Hall 4 stand drawing hundreds of visitors to explore the combined AFA and Wings magazine display. The setup proved a magnet for aviation enthusiasts,...
RAAF’s Role in Operation Babylift – 50th Anniversary Spotlight
As the 50th anniversary of Operation Babylift nears on 30 April 2025, the Air Force Association (AFA) remembers the Royal Australian Air Force’s vital contribution to this historic humanitarian effort. In April 1975, as Saigon faced imminent collapse under Viet Cong...
Historical RAAF Baltimore Bomber Discovered Underwater In Greece
A Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Baltimore bomber aircraft, which was lost while on an operational mission during the Second World War, has been discovered off the island of Antikythera in Greece. The discovery of the wreck of Baltimore FW282 brings to an end 82...