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Latest news: Veterans Affairs
Right-wing activists ejected for Anzac ceremony heckles
The booing of Indigenous-led ceremonies on Anzac Day has been widely condemned, but the opposition leader says the acknowledgements of Country are overused.
6 days ago
Teary reflections as thousands honour the Anzac spirit
Streets lined with thousands have greeted the traditional Anzac Day march where a common theme of companionship echoed across generations.
Apr 25, 2026
Veterans remembered as boos and heckling condemned
Boos and heckling during acknowledgment of Country addresses at Anzac Day dawn services have been condemned by politicians and the RSL as a disgrace.
Apr 25, 2026
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'Biggest honour of my life': aviator's key Anzac speech
Tens of thousands of people have paid their respects to Australia's servicemen and women in the nation's capital, as a trailblazing aviator gave a key speech.
Apr 25, 2026
Diggers' descendants unearth their Anzac roots
Once a painstaking document hunt, DNA analysis is now helping some Aussie sleuths find soldiers high up their family tree, opening a Pandora's box of stories.
Apr 24, 2026
Navy veterans celebrate key milestone for service
As Australians across the country pause to mark the sacrifices made by the nation's servicemen and women, veterans will also celebrate a key anniversary.
Apr 24, 2026
Accused war criminal Roberts-Smith vows to clear name
Decorated soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has made his first public statement since being charged with multiple war crimes, pledging to fight until the end.
Apr 19, 2026
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'It killed my mum': Prince Harry reveals royal turmoil
The Duke of Sussex has spoken candidly about the death of his mother and his struggles in his early life as a royal during his final appearance in Melbourne.
Apr 16, 2026
Crowds abuzz for former royal couple's Australian visit
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have received a warm welcome on their return to Australia as they toured charity organisations and a children's hospital.
Apr 14, 2026
A gift horse: rural retreat helping veterans re-set
After years at sea working on warships, a former Navy engineer is tapping into the power of nature, animals and rest to help veterans adjust to civilian life.
Apr 11, 2026
Recent ADF members ruled out of veterans' service chief
As recruitment is underway for the head of a body to uphold accountability of reforms to defence and veteran wellbeing, a key group will be ineligible.
Nov 28, 2025
PM urged to dump 'backward' Defence awards changes
Labor's proposed changes to how people can appeal a Defence decision to refuse honours and awards have failed to secure the backing of a parliamentary inquiry.
Nov 21, 2025
Families on the frontline of veterans' wellbeing battle
The families of defence force members and veterans are on the frontline of the fight to turn around poor health and wellbeing outcomes for servicemen and women.
Oct 30, 2025
Veterans charity in shambles after four resignations
An RSL branch is being asked how it can continue operating after four directors including its chair quit, amid "conflicts" and a lawsuit.
Oct 09, 2025
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Former commando denied bail over drugs and gun charges
A former elite soldier accused of possessing 45 grams of meth was caught up in a police raid while trying to buy drugs for his own use, a judge has heard.
Sep 17, 2025
Defence veteran suicide rate falls to 10-year low
Death rates among former and serving ADF members have dropped as the recommendations from a royal commission into veteran suicide come into effect.
Sep 09, 2025
Long road ahead for defence suicide inquiry reforms
Just nine of more than 100 recommendations from a royal commission into veteran suicide have been put in place, a year after findings were handed down.
Sep 04, 2025
'People see injustice': fight goes on for Vietnam vets
Vietnam War veterans are being honoured around the nation but for thousands of Australians, the battle for recognition of their service and suffering continues.
Aug 18, 2025
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Lessons 'not learnt' 80 years on from World War II
Australians have paused to reflect on the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, with many thankful for the sacrifices made to ensure peace in Australia.
Aug 15, 2025
Tales of the jungle: how WWII's eyes and ears endured
Facing the threat of Japanese invaders, World War II veterans who provided support to frontline troops were subjected to unbearable conditions.
Aug 13, 2025
Veterans remembered for service in 'forgotten war'
Australia's Korean War veterans and their families have been honoured during a moving commemorative service to mark the 75th anniversary.
Jun 25, 2025
Indigenous used as political football in Welcome debate
Aboriginal people are being used as a political football in an "outdated and tired match" and critics miss the point of Welcome to Country, an advocate says.
Apr 28, 2025
Melbourne Storm slammed as Welcome to Country cancelled
The NRL's Melbourne Storm are accused of cancelling the Welcome to Country at short notice, hours after hecklers disrupted the city's Anzac Day dawn service.
Apr 26, 2025
Veterans' challenges remain long after service is over
Female Australian Defence Force members face unique challenges while in service but for many the battle continues long after leaving the military.
Apr 25, 2025
Dawn service in Turkey marks 110 years of the Anzacs
Australians, New Zealanders and royalty have met on the Gallipoli Peninsula to remember those who lost their lives on the Turkish battlefields 110 years ago.
Apr 25, 2025
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