War Widows

Holding each other close: Muswellbrook Social Club

War Widows Social Clubs have always been a place where friendships are forever remembered, even decades later. From the beginning, our social clubs have existed to make sure no war widow faces life alone. Formed in the tradition set by our founder Jessie Vasey CBE OBE who “welded” widows together so they had voice, companionship and practical support, the clubs offer belonging built on a shared loss that only those who’ve lived it […]

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July 31, 2026

An object with a story – Patterns of comfort

80 years of the Guild means 80 years of history and memories woven into personal possessions. War widows and veteran families carry pieces of our shared history in their homes, these pieces holding the stories of those who owned them and a reflection of the time they lived in. Through the years, our members have been kind enough to occasionally share items with us so we can pass on those memories and

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July 31, 2026

Wellbeing walk and lunch Friday 4 September - Register now For war widows, defence and veteran families.

Wellbeing walk and lunch for Canberra veteran families

Lakeside walk and lunch for war widows, defence and veteran families Swap the everyday for an easy lakeside walk and a good lunch. This wellbeing activity starts at Canberra Glassworks and follows Lake Burley Griffin at a steady pace. On Friday 4 September 2026, war widows, defence and veteran families can join this wellbeing walk

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July 24, 2026

Family afternoon tea Sydney - Register now For war widows, defence and veteran families.

Afternoon tea for Sydney veteran families

An afternoon of cake and company for war widows, defence and veteran families Cake, coffee, and easy conversation! That’s the shape of this wellbeing activity in the heart of Sydney. On Saturday 19 September 2026, war widows, defence and veteran families can join our family afternoon tea for a relaxed afternoon of good company with

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July 23, 2026

National advocacy for Australia’s war widows

80 years ago, Australia’s war widows came together in the aftermath of World War II to advocate for recognition, rights and each other. What began as a small community guild soon became a powerful national movement, one that drove powerful advocacy for war widows across Australia and could not be ignored by the government. That

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July 22, 2026

July Wellbeing Tips for war widows, defence and veteran families

July wellbeing tips for veteran families

Sharing our latest wellbeing tips for war widows, defence and veteran families There are benefits in slowing down long enough to notice what we’re actually feeling. For war widows, defence and veteran families, life can move at a pace that leaves little room for reflection, and the weight of grief, service, or change can make

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July 22, 2026

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