NEWS & IMPORTANT UPDATES

Dear Member, Happy New Year! I hope that you were able to enjoy some time with family and friends over the holiday season. I am excited about what 2021 will bring us, this year we will be embracing our new constitution and walking forward together. There is a lot of opportunity for us to grow this...

The health and wellbeing of our members and staff remains the upmost importance to AWW NSW.  As per the latest advice and restrictions from the NSW Government regarding COVID-19, we have decided to close the Chatswood office until further notice. Staff will be working from home and the...

The Digest - Christmas edition has been sent to all members! Look out for your copy in the mail or follow click here to view online.  

Dear Members, Welcome to a special edition of the members’ newsletter, dedicated to Remembrance Day. This is a poignant day for us and our families, as we take the time to pause and remember the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. To remember and show our appreciation to loved ones no...

Dear Members, It is amazing to think we are already nearing the end of October, and the holiday season is just around the corner. It is a very exciting time for War Widows NSW, as Jill Deering joins the organisation as our new CEO. Jill has extensive experience in the health and ageing sector, you...

Dear Members, Daylight savings has finally arrived! Take advantage of the extra daylight hours by getting active in your garden or enjoying a walk. This edition of the newsletter features some wonderful spring gardening ideas, as well as some fantastic stories from our members about the various...

Online video calling platforms like Zoom, are a popular way of keeping in touch and engaging in activities, especially when you cannot participate in a physical space or due to restrictions such as mobility, transport or time. Over the next few weeks we welcome you to join our exciting...

Dear Members, As we enter spring, now is a good time to pause and think about how we can ensure we maintain our social connections and stay as active as possible. As jacaranda season is approaching, keep a look out for the beautiful blossom in bloom! Send us photos of your gardens or any spring...

Dear Members, During such uncertain times, it is reassuring to reflect on the past and look to the future with hope and determination. We were inspired by the recent address made by Jennifer Collins (Non -Member Director and former Deputy Commissioner NSW, Department of Veterans' Affairs). She...

The latest AGM took place on Thursday 27th August, our first ever meeting via Zoom. During the meeting we heard a speech from Rhondda Vanzella OAM, President & Chair, War Widows NSW you can read the full speech here. We were also delighted to welcome Jennifer Collins (War Widow member and...