The Families of Veterans Guild says today’s backdown on the proposed $5,000 veteran allied health threshold is a direct result of sustained community pressure, but the fight to protect veteran health care is not over. Sydney, 17 September 2026 – The Federal Government has today abandoned its proposed $5,000 annual threshold on allied health services […]
Six weeks of mindfulness: an online course for war widows, defence and veteran families Give yourself an hour a week to slow down and learn how to be more present. This six-week wellbeing activity is a practical, evidence-based introduction to mindfulness you can join from home. With the first session on Tuesday 10 November 2026,
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A beachside games afternoon for war widows, defence and veteran families A little friendly competition, a good lunch, and the beach as a backdrop. This wellbeing activity at Dolls Point brings families together for a casual afternoon of games and good food. On Friday 6 November 2026, war widows, defence and veteran families can join
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Sharing our latest wellbeing tips for war widows, defence and veteran families Wellbeing often grows in the spaces where we connect — with others, with our bodies, and with the moment we’re in. It can be found in a shared story between generations, or in the courage it takes to step onto a dance floor
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The proposed $5,000 cap on allied health services has dominated conversation across the veteran community this month. Below, our CEO Renee Wilson reflects on the debate, the advocates who have driven it, and why the Guild continues to call on the government to Scrap the Cap. This month we saw a lot of debate around the
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Reconnect in nature: wellbeing walk for war widows, defence and veteran families Slow right down and reconnect — with nature, and with yourself. This wellbeing activity is a gentle, guided walk through the Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary, designed to help you feel present and at ease. On Friday 30 October 2026, war widows, defence and
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