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March Wellbeing Tips for war widows, defence and veteran families

March wellbeing tips for veteran families

Sharing our latest wellbeing tips for war widows, defence and veteran families Connection can take many forms, and sometimes it begins with shared reflection and conversations for what lies ahead. For war widows, defence and veteran families, the year ahead may hold uncertainty alongside possibility. Taking time to pause, reflect and reconnect can support wellbeing […]

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March 13, 2026

Canberra reptile zoo visit with Soldier On for war widows, defence and veteran families. Activities for defence and veteran families.

Canberra Reptile Zoo visit for defence and veteran families

A special family day out at Canberra Reptile Zoo Defence and veteran families are invited to join us for a special morning at the Canberra Reptile Zoo, made possible through a new collaboration between Families of Veterans Guild and Soldier On. Bringing together the strengths of both organisations, this activity has been created to give

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March 13, 2026

A war widows story. The experiences and story of a war widow.

A war widows story: Mary – ‘I do it my way’

“I do it my way.” A phrase that speaks to living honestly, guided by one’s own values rather than others’ expectations. A phrase spoken by 98-year-old war widow, Mary P. who became a war widow in 1993 after losing her husband, Albert, who had been suffering from bronchial asthma for a long period of time.

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March 13, 2026

Online Trivia Afternoon. Activities for war widows, defence and veteran families.

Trivia afternoon for veteran families

Online Trivia session for war widows, defence and veteran families On Friday 17 April 2026, war widows, defence and veteran families are invited to take part in a casual online trivia afternoon facilitated by our Wellbeing Team. Trivia is a great way to connect with other and it provides an opportunity to switch off from

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March 11, 2026

Marjorie C. – Still making a difference at 100

At a peaceful retirement village in Laurieton lives war widow Marjorie C. At 100 years old, she is one of the last known widows of a First World War veteran in Australia and has been a member of the Guild for 42 years. We were honoured to talk with Marjorie and hear her story first-hand.

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March 11, 2026

Guided meditation for war widows, defence and veteran families. Activities for defence and veteran families.

Guided meditation for Townsville veteran families

Guided meditation for ADF families in Townsville On Tuesday 31 March 2026, we’re hosting our first ever wellbeing activity in Townsville, a first step in expanding support to areas where veteran family‑specific services are limited. Facilitated by our Wellbeing Team, this guided meditation session offers a practical and accessible way for defence and veteran families

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March 9, 2026

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