NEWS & IMPORTANT UPDATES
War Widows NSW eNewsletter Update
Dear Member, August is turning out to be another of those defining months in 2020. On 15 August, we celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Victory in the Pacific. In 1945, VP Day was gazetted as a public holiday. Today, we can only remember that defining moment. The growing crisis of older people in...
Cancellation of the War Widows’ Walk & Picnic
Dear Members, In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 War Widows’ Walk & Picnic in Concord is deemed as a high-risk event due to the virus’ potential to spread among our Members who are more vulnerable. Therefore, it is with great sadness that I write to you about the Board’s decision to...
Changes to the ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2020
Dear Member, We understand we continue to live in a difficult environment. As always, the welfare of our Members is our top priority, and should you be concerned about anything please contact the office as we are here to support you. As a result of COVID-19 we must exercise caution when...
War Widows NSW eNewsletter Update
Dear Member, We are now at the start of the second half of 2020 and I hope the situation is not as dire as we have experienced so far with fires, floods and the pandemic. Please feel free to contact me or the office staff with any issues as we are always interested in helping our members. In this...
War Widows NSW eNewsletter Update
Dear Members, We have been fortunate this week to see further lifting of restrictions and are eager to continue along a path to normality. I hope all our members have found unexpected ways to stay connected and entertained. Today, June 25, I would also like to recognise our Korean War Widows, as...
War Widows NSW eNewsletter Update
Dear Member, While we certainly rise by lifting others, equally we appreciate being lifted by others! The pandemic has certainly brought home the value of support for each other. We need to know that a Crime Prevention Officer will respond when we call. It is also wonderful to share the news of...
War Widows NSW eNewsletter Update
Last week, we experienced a reduction in isolation measures which you may have enjoyed with family or friends. As it’s National Volunteer Week this week, what better time to make a special mention of our Volunteers who are such a big part of our organisation. Again, I want to commend you...
War Widows NSW eNewsletter Update
We’ve only just started a new month and there’s so much to share with each of you. Firstly, I want to thank each of our Friendship Line Volunteers who have risen to the herculean task of Volunteering from Home. Your support to our Members, far and wide is so critical at this time. In partnering...
E-News – ANZAC Day 2020 Special Edition
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences of ANZAC Day 2020. Without you, our rich ANZAC stories would be lost. Our latest eNewsletter, an ANZAC Day Special Edition, captures the continuing bond between family members, commemoration of Veterans beyond our shores, and a story of a slouch...
War Widows NSW eNewsletter Update
For the first time in almost a century, our streets were empty on Anzac Day. While our regular services were cancelled and familiar rituals missing, we were introduced to new ways of remembering those who served, those who died and those who are still serving. Driveway commemorations with...
Joint Letter on ANZAC Day 2020
Please click here to read a letter to members regarding Anzac Day services, including information on the ABC broadcast of Anzac Day services. The letter has been written jointly by: Rhondda Vanzella OAM, State President, War Widows NSW, Geoff Lee MP, the Acting NSW Minister for Veterans, Ray...
CHECK OUT OUR EARLIER UPDATES
- E-Newsletter Update 16 April
Mental Wellbeing Service, Baking Tips and Death Cafes - E-Newsletter Update 9 April:
IGA Priority Shop, Craft Tips and Membership Renewals - E-Newsletter Update 7 April:
Information From Veterans Affairs Regarding COVID-19 - E-Newsletter Update 2 April:
War Widows’ response to Coronavirus, Supermarket Deliveries and Meals on Wheels - E-Newsletter Update 26 March
Updating your medications list & eMemorial News - E-Newsletter Update 24 March
Changes To Pension Requirements and Government Benefits - E-Newsletter Update 23 March
Update from DVA – Veteran Pensions set to increase
