Veterans SA

This National Reconciliation Week, you’re invited to attend the 2026 Aboriginal Veterans’ Commemorative Service to acknowledge and honour all First Nations people who have served.

📅 Friday 29 May 2026
⏰ From 10.30am
📍Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander War Memorial, Torrens Parade Grounds, Victoria Drive

Veterans SA will proudly stand in respect and reflection, supporting this important commemoration that ensures the stories of local heroes are remembered and shared.

Lest we forget.

Learn more about National Reconciliation Week 👉 https://bit.ly/3UVMrDc

The 2026 Aboriginal Veterans' Commemorative Service will be held at 10:30am on Friday 29th May at the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander War Memorial, Torrens Parade Ground, Victoria Drive, Adelaide. Veterans, ADF members, families and public are welcome to attend.

More information: [email protected]

This week marks the beginning of National Reconciliation Week, a time to reflect on our shared histories. This year’s theme “All In” calls on all Australians to step off the sidelines and commit to reconciliation every day through actions that create meaningful change.

Veterans SA recognises the South Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander veterans who have served in past conflicts and the more than 700 veterans who continue to contribute to our communities every day.

We also pay tribute to the work of Aboriginal Veterans SA to share the stories of local heroes, creating a deeper understanding of Aboriginal culture, tradition and service among younger generations.

Learn more about National Reconciliation Week 👉 https://bit.ly/3UVMrDc
Explore the calendar of local events 👉 https://bit.ly/4vkBvje

Reconciliation Australia

Did you know there are opportunities for veterans transitioning from service in the South Australia Police (SAPOL)?

Many experiences in the Australian Defence Force have already built the skills SAPOL relies on every day - leadership, decision-making under pressure and a deep sense of duty.

Policing can offer a pathway to continue serving with purpose, while building a stable and rewarding future in South Australia.

Explore how your skills can transfer at the upcoming Career Information Session on Wednesday night. 👇

Interested in a career with SAPOL?

Our Career Information Session will help you understand what a policing career involves. Learn more about the recruitment process and training directly from a SAPOL member.

🗓️Wednesday, 27 May 2026
👉General Career Information Session
📍In-person, at the State Admin Centre
🕕 6:30pm - 8pm (ACST)

Register here: https://brnw.ch/21x2KxZ

📢 Don’t miss out on the Skills to Industry Program!

Held in partnership with Veterans SA, Aimpoint, Military and Emergency Services Health Australia and the City of Playford, this fully funded program supports current and former serving ADF personnel to translate their experience into meaningful civilian career opportunities.

📅 15 June – 3 July 2026 | 📍 Stretton Centre, Munno Para

What’s in store?
🤝 Build direct connections with South Australian and national employers
💼 Gain practical career tools
🔎 Explore future career pathways
🎓 Graduate with a nationally recognised Diploma of Project Management

Applications close Monday 8 June 2026. Apply via email 📧 [email protected]

Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4wpO8Lb

🕊️ Join Aboriginal Veterans SA for their annual Aboriginal Veterans' Commemorative Service on Friday 29 May to acknowledge and honour all First Nations people who have served.

⏰ From 10.30am
📍 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander War Memorial, Torrens Parade Grounds, Victoria Drive

The 2026 Aboriginal Veterans' Commemorative Service will be held at 10:30am on Friday 29th May at the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander War Memorial, Torrens Parade Ground, Victoria Drive, Adelaide. Veterans, ADF members, families and public are welcome to attend.

More information: [email protected]

📢 Partners of current and former ADF members! Don't miss the next Careers and Conversations event on Monday 25 May 2026.

Now held every fourth Monday of the month, these sessions create space for real conversations, providing a great opportunity to network, explore different career pathways and learn about local community support services.

⏰ 10:00am – 11:30am
📍 The Hub, Level 3, Northern Adelaide Veterans' & Families' Wellbeing Hub (Elizabeth Vale)

Secure your free tickets now ➡ https://bit.ly/4qTPxWT

Human Quotient

A friendly reminder that Veterans SA is hitting the road! 🚗🛣️

Join us at the Uni Hub Spencer Gulf Career Roadshow over the next two weeks to discover your future self. Spanning five key locations, the event is the ideal opoprtunity to explore the career pathways and programs available to the veteran community in South Australia.

📍 Kadina: 20 May
📍 Port Pirie: 21 May
📍 Port Augusta: 27 May
📍 Whyalla: 28 May
📍 Port Lincoln: 2 June

Find out more and register for these free events today. 👉 https://bit.ly/3OXRWCA

Veterans SA is a proud sponsor of this event.

📢 You're invited to join APOD's free wellbeing workshop next week!

This 60-minute session introduces the F.U.N. Formula™ - simple, practical tools to help you manage stress, reconnect, and feel more energised.

Created for Defence and First Responder families, this session supports those navigating the realities of service life.

📅 Thursday 21 May 2026
⏰ 9:45am - 11.00am
📍 Keswick (online options available)

Secure your tickets now 👉 https://bit.ly/4tKJTHs

On Sunday, we were delighted to join Partners of Veterans Association of Australia (SA Branch) and the local veteran community for a fun day of celebration in honour of Veterans’ Families Day.

This free family event featured a wide range of activities for all ages from wildlife visits and live entertainment to craft stations, facepainting, military vehicles exhibits and more.

It was wonderful for our team to connect with so many veteran families, who stopped by to share messages of support on our display.

📢 Calling all local veterans and transitioning ADF members! You’re invited to take part in MindRight & StoryRight this month.

This free, two‑day workshop supports veterans by providing practical tools for life after service and helping participants translate their military experience in a way civilian employers understand.

📅 Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 May 2026
⏰ 9.00am – 5.00pm
📍Port Club, Alberton

Places are limited. Secure your spot now 👉 https://bit.ly/4szvGNE

Military and Emergency Services Health Australia