From the President – February 2021

From the President – February 2021

From the National President - February 2021   Despite the downsides of 2020, the year provided several positives that I will cover in this report. We can be easily drawn into the gloom with much of the news and social media focusing on the negatives.  I’m not against...
Defence & Veteran Suicide Prevention

Defence & Veteran Suicide Prevention

Letter to the Minister on Defence & Suicide Prevention   AFA Letter to the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs on Defence and Veteran suicide prevention In a letter to the Minister for Veterans Affairs, the Air Force Association has reaffirmed its support for the...
Magpie 91 – Bracelets Closed

Magpie 91 – Bracelets Closed

Closing the Bracelets - Magpie 91 (Video) Tuesday 3 November 2020 marked the 50th Anniversary of the loss of No 2 Squadron Canberra aircraft callsign “Magpie 91”. Tuesday 3 November 2020 marked the 50th Anniversary of the loss of No 2 Squadron Canberra aircraft...
The Federal Budget – What It Means For Veterans

The Federal Budget – What It Means For Veterans

The Federal Budget - What It Means For Veterans AFA National President, Carl Schiller, OAM, CSM, provides a summary of the Federal Budget as it relates to veterans. On 7th of October, I attended  Ex-Service Organisation Round Table (ESORT) Meeting, hosted by...
Air Force Association Trophy 2020 Award

Air Force Association Trophy 2020 Award

Air Force Association Trophy Awarded     HQ 86 Wing is the 2020 recipient of the Air Force Association trophy   The 2020 Air Force Association Trophy has been awarded to HQ No 86 Wing for its proficiency and contribution to Air Force capability during 2019. The Air...