Avalon Beach RSL Sub Branch

18/10/2026

Today is War Widows Day 2026

We honour Australia's war widows, women who have carried the lifelong cost of their partners' service, rebuilt their lives after loss and held their families and communities together.

More than 28,000 war widows and widowers live across Australia today. This year, the of Veterans Guild marks 80 years of standing beside them, and we're proud to stand with them too.

Add a story to the War Widows Honour Roll or get your wattle pin to show you stand with them: familiesofveterans.org.au/war-widows-day

🔶 If you are in Sydney, join the War Widows Day service on Monday 26 October,
10:30 am, at the Cenotaph, Martin Place.
👉️ Register at [email protected] or (02) 9267 6577.

Families of Veterans Guild - owned by Australian War Widows NSW Ltd

01/10/2026

If you are a veteran with young children, Kookaburra Kids is great!

About Kookaburra Kids Camps Kookaburra Kids Camps are free, and provide young people living in families impacted by mental illness with: An opportunity for connection Chat Group to learn about mental illness and to share Participate in a range of fun activities such as canoeing, archery, giant swing...

27/09/2026

You can see a portrait of Lieutenant General Pearce in our RSL club!

02/09/2026

RSL NSW has secured $1.8 million in Australian Government funding over the next three years to strengthen free advocacy services for veterans and their families across New South Wales.

Through the Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs' Building Excellence in Support and Training (BEST) Grants Program, this funding will support RSL NSW’s Advocacy Support Program, helping ensure veterans can access trusted, professional assistance at no cost.

Across NSW, 75 ATDP-accredited advocates provide fee-free rehabilitation and compensation, and wellbeing advocacy. They assist veterans and their families to understand entitlements, navigate DVA claims processes, pursue successful claim determinations, and connect with the right services and support.

RSL NSW President Vince Williams said, “Veterans navigating the rehabilitation and compensation system should be able to access high-quality advocacy regardless of their financial circumstances or where they live.”

“This significant investment will support RSL NSW in strengthening and expanding our network of veteran advocates across the state.”

👉Read more: https://rslnsw.org.au/news/rsl-nsw-secures-1-8-million-to-strengthen-free-advocacy-for-veterans/

Matt Keogh

29/08/2026

15/08/2026

https://veteranscount.com.au/join?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=group_post&utm_campaign=vc_launch_2026&utm_content=fbg_0007_australian_homeless_veterans_action_group&fbclid=IwVERDUATszR5wZG9mBWZkaWQWUMg06guzmNoI1VgbI3Kb14iuEnXnimV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR5IfGUdZXFIthWvaj0yDdmQMAMu2twld_H--zTAtsiJt_gGtaetCwh6vYrxZA_aem_8H2keq3d6LEKfhYGTUnM7Q

Add your count in one of Australia’s 150 federal electorates. No name. No service number. No DVA claim details. No medical information.

08/07/2026

Counselling and mental health support for veterans

26/06/2026

Today is PTSD Awareness Day, a time to show understanding, break the stigma, and remind those affected that they are not alone.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is the most common mental health disorder after depression, and one we know is present in our veteran community.

💙 If you or someone you care about is struggling, help is available.

Please call the numbers below or visit the Veteran Support Navigator to find local support near you: 🔗 https://rslnsw.org.au/find-help/

05/06/2026