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Veteran and Family Wellbeing Agency Official account of the Veteran and Family Wellbeing Agency. Connecting ADF veterans and families of veterans with wellbeing support.

While on his journey to reinvent himself after medically separating from the Australian Army, Matthew Gray tried an acti...
21/10/2026

While on his journey to reinvent himself after medically separating from the Australian Army, Matthew Gray tried an acting class.

It was a culture shock for Matt, who traded years of sweating inside an ASLAV for sweating under stage lights. Still, the creative process helped him develop an invaluable skill that’s empowered him to rebuild his life: how to be vulnerable.

At first, acting may sound like a far cry from the rigours of ADF service, but Matt says veterans should never underestimate their skills.

🎟️ Present this ticket at the booth and read Matt’s full story via our Latest news link in bio.

Today, on War Widows Day we pause to acknowledge the sacrifices made and the resilience shown by all who have carried th...
19/10/2026

Today, on War Widows Day we pause to acknowledge the sacrifices made and the resilience shown by all who have carried the lifelong impact of losing a partner to defence service.

Lest we forget.

If you need support today, make the call:

• Defence Member and Family Helpline: 1800 624 608

• All-hours Support Line: 1800 628 036

• Defence Chaplaincy: 1300 333 362

• Open Arms Veterans & Families Counselling: 1800 011 046

• Safe Zone Support: 1800 142 072

• Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636

• Lifeline: 13 11 14

• Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800

• 13 YARN: 13 92 76

When veterans age and face health challenges, family members are typically the ones who take on the role of carer. Macq...
15/10/2026

When veterans age and face health challenges, family members are typically the ones who take on the role of carer.

Macquarie University invites the veteran community to share their experiences accessing ageing, support, and care services.

The university would like to hear from:
- older veterans aged 60+
- widow(er)s aged 60+
- spouses aged 60+
- family members aged 18+ with relevant experience of caring responsibilities.

For more info and to take part, contact Macquarie University by Friday 4 December 2026.

📧: [email protected]
📞: (02) 9850 2327

What do Team Australia, Team New Zealand, and Team Korea have in common? They’re 💪 This October, Invictus Australia wi...
14/10/2026

What do Team Australia, Team New Zealand, and Team Korea have in common? They’re 💪

This October, Invictus Australia will host its inaugural Sports Festival in Perth, Western Australia!

The festival will bring wounded and injured defence community personnel from across the Asia-Pacific region together, expand opportunities for adaptive sport participation, and showcase sport's positive impact on physical health, mental wellbeing, and social connection.

📅 Symposium: 23 October
🏅 Competition: 24–25 October

Mark your calendars and get ready to cheer on competitors in indoor rowing, pickleball, sitting volleyball, and swimming. 🚣🏓🏐🏊

Visit our link in bio for more info.

13/10/2026

Thank you to all the sponsors of the 2026 Prime Minister’s National Veteran Employment Awards.

The sponsors of are dedicated to advancing veteran and partner employment and recognition. These partnerships demonstrate their commitment to growing and

Visit our link in bio for more info.

Today marks the 25th anniversary of Australian Service in Afghanistan, 2001-2021. We remember the Australians who lost t...
10/10/2026

Today marks the 25th anniversary of Australian Service in Afghanistan, 2001-2021.

We remember the Australians who lost their lives during or as a result of their service and acknowledge the physical and mental impacts that service has had on many veterans and families of veterans.

If you need support today, make the call:
• Defence Member and Family Helpline: 1800 624 608
• All-hours Support Line: 1800 628 036
• Defence Chaplaincy: 1300 333 362
• Open Arms Veterans & Families Counselling: 1800 011 046
• Safe Zone Support: 1800 142 072
• Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
• Lifeline: 13 11 14
• Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800
• 13 YARN: 13 92 76

09/10/2026

Australia's Mental Health Month and World Mental Health Day share one theme this year: Together We Thrive.

When life feels overwhelming, staying connected to other people is one of the most powerful things we can do for our mental health and wellbeing.

So, why not get a headstart on the cricket season and head on down to the oval and hit your mate for a six. If that ain’t your vibe invite someone over for crochet and a cuppa, or maybe you'd prefer a few rounds of your favourite board game — because when we are together, we thrive.

Visit our link in bio for more info about how you can take care of your wellbeing.

On the other end of the phone line was a family member back home in Australia, taking the call they’d been anxiously wai...
08/10/2026

On the other end of the phone line was a family member back home in Australia, taking the call they’d been anxiously waiting for.

This Sunday, 11 October, we’ll pause to acknowledge the 25th anniversary of Australian Service in Afghanistan 2001-2021.

If you or a family member served in Afghanistan, you can share their story on the Department of Veterans’ Affairs Wall of Remembrance.

Visit the link in our bio for more info or share your story of service in the comments with us ⬇️

Need support but unsure where to start? We’re here to help. Access holistic support across emotional wellbeing, communit...
06/10/2026

Need support but unsure where to start? We’re here to help.

Access holistic support across emotional wellbeing, community connection, stability and future pathways.

Call us on 1800 823 922 or visit our link in bio for more info.

Everyone who has served our nation deserves to have their service recognised with dignity and respect. Current and forme...
06/10/2026

Everyone who has served our nation deserves to have their service recognised with dignity and respect.

Current and former ADF personnel can now apply to have historical homosexual convictions extinguished from their service records. For many veterans and families of veterans, this reform represents an important step towards acknowledgement, legal equality and healing from the impacts of historical discrimination.

To learn more about eligibility and the application process, visit the Defence Australia Military Justice System page, linked in the comments 👇

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