Veterans SA

Applications for the Veterans' Acute Housing Program are now open.

Eligible organisations can apply for a share in $30 million in grant funding to build crisis and transitional housing and provide specialist services for veterans and families who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness.

Learn more about the program 👉 https://bit.ly/45EL0xZ

Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs

📢 Calling all veteran and defence partners! Enhance your skills and gain a renewed sense of purpose with our exclusive MindRight and StoryRight workshops!

These workshops in partnership with Military and Emergency Services Health Australia offer a unique opportunity for personal growth.

Mark your calendars for:
💡 *MindRight: Monday 5 and Tuesday 12 August, 10.00am – 2.30pm
✍ *StoryRight: Monday 19 and 26 August, 10.00am – 2.30pm

Whether you're looking to improve communication skills or seeking personal development, these workshops are designed for you.

*Onsite childcare will be available.

Register now via the Veterans SA website to secure your spot today 👉 https://bit.ly/3WCZLz1

Join Invictus Australia for a Defence Community Sports Day! 🏅

This free event is open to the defence community - serving, former serving, and family members. Enjoy a sausage sizzle, sporting opportunities, and family-friendly games and activities.

📅 Sunday 30 June
⏰ 10.00am - 2.00pm
📍 Veteran Wellbeing Centre, Repat Health Precinct

Don't miss out on this opportunity! Secure your spot now 👉 https://bit.ly/3VMt6Gc

Ready to take control of your health and improve your quality of life?

The Coordinated Veterans Care program (CVC) is here to support eligible veterans in managing their chronic health conditions and reducing the risk of unplanned hospitalisations.

Ask your GP about joining the CVC program today! 👩‍⚕️

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/3VurEHo

Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs

Meet Anthony K***a 👋

Like many others, finding a fulfilling career path post military service proved to be challenging for Anthony.

Anthony had spent a decade in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Royal Australian Air Force and transitioning into a civilian role left him with feelings of longing to be part of something bigger again.

After some time spent searching, Anthony found his place at DEWC Services where he currently works as Deputy Director of Science and Technology.

“I have profound fulfilment working for a company that shares the same values of supporting Defence and delivering solutions to clients that enhances defence capability.”

Visit the 'Stories' tab on the Veterans SA website to read more about Anthony's story. 🔗

🗣️ The Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs 2024 Client Insights Survey is now live.

This is your chance to share your thoughts and ideas to help improve support for veterans and their families.

The survey will close on Monday 8 July. Have your say now 👉 https://bit.ly/45gxjF9

Fourteen South Australian projects have been selected to receive funding in the latest round of the Australian Government's Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Program 👏!

91 projects from around the country were selected to receive a share in $1.68 million, with South Australia accounting for $227,000 in funding.

Congratulations to –

🥇Playford Primary School
🥇RSL South Australia
🥇Broughton Plains Heritage Society
🥇Copper Coast Council
🥇Marion Bay Township Inc.
🥇Mount Torrens Soldiers Memorial Hall
🥇Semaphore and Port Adelaide RSL
🥇RSLA Nurioopta Sub Branch
🥇School of the Nativity School Board
🥇 Hall Inc
🥇 Veterans Association of Australia South Australian Branch Inc.
🥇Yaninee Public Hall Inc.
🥇Yorke Peninsula Council

Read the full story 👉https://bit.ly/3yOEeJB

📢 Calling all veterans!

Join Veterans SA and MESHA for our upcoming StoryRight workshop to see how you can leverage your skills for enhanced career opportunities.

Plus, hear the experience and learnings from a mentor who has made the transition to civilian life post-service.

📅 Thursday 13 June
⏰ 9.00am – 5.00pm
📍 The Precinct at Alberton, 6 Queen Street, Alberton

Don't miss this unique opportunity. Register now 👉 https://bit.ly/4dKY099

📢 Calling all veterans and partners of current/former ADF members who are seeking to undertake higher education or training in 2024!

Our new Tertiary Scholarship Program has been specifically tailored to alleviate the financial strain of higher education studies. Eligible applicants can apply to receive up to $5,000 to cover out-of-pocket education expenses for studies undertaken in Semester 2, 2024.

Applications are only open until Tuesday 18 June.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity. Apply now 👉 https://bit.ly/3WNNho4

Commemorating the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France.

On 6 June 1944, 3,200 Australian airmen and Navy sailors participated in the Normandy Landings and 13 were killed in what is still known as the costliest month in the Royal Australian Air Force’s history.

Today’s anniversary was commemorated with a wreath laying ceremony at Torrens Parade Ground. We pay our respects and remember their incredible bravery of those who served. 🕊

Read more about Australia’s involvement in D-Day 👉 https://bit.ly/3X8R3IM

Lest we forget.

Empower your financial future! Veterans, transitioning ADF members, and veteran families are invited to attend UCare Gawler Inc's free online Financial Management Tools Workshop.

Get insights on planning, budgeting, understanding credit scores, and navigating energy options.

📅 Thursday 13 June
⏰ 11.00am - 12.00pm
📍 Online

Interested in learning more? Reserve your spot now 👉 https://bit.ly/3wRbaRm

The countdown is on! ⏰ Only a month left to apply for Veterans SA's 80th Anniversary of WWII grant program.

Don’t miss this golden opportunity to honour the sacrifices and contributions made by South Australians during the war. Up to $132,000 is available for projects that look to conserve our WWII heritage, honour and recognise WWII veterans, and share wartime stories.

📢 Schools, ex-service organisations and councils, this is your chance to keep our history alive!

Hurry, applications close at 5.00pm ACST on 30 June! 🔗 https://bit.ly/3UCVXge

80th anniversary of the end of World War II Grant Fund – Veterans SA The 80th Anniversary of the end of World War II Grant Fund has been established to offer eligible South Australian organisations support for activities that honour and recognise the sacrifices and contributions made by South Australians during World War II. 2025 will mark the 80th Anniversary of the...

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this post contains reference to people who have since passed.

As National Reconciliation Week concludes, we remember Reginald Jeffrey ‘Jeff’ Barnes.

Jeff was the first reported Aboriginal person in South Australia to join the RAAF in 1941. His unwavering determination helped overcome many obstacles throughout his personal and professional life and despite many attempts, landed him the final rank of leading aircraftman in 1942.

We acknowledge, recognise and pay our respects to his invaluable contributions and sacrifice.

Read Jeff's story 👉 https://bit.ly/3UVOerU

📷: sourced via the Air Force Association

Honoured to stand in solidarity at the annual Aboriginal Veterans' Commemorative Service this morning as part of National Reconciliation Week.

Witnessing the timeless ritual of the smoking ceremony, joining the Ode of Remembrance and sharing robust camaraderie created an atmosphere of deep respect and tribute to all current and former First Nations veterans.

A profound opportunity for connection and reflection. We honour their bravery, service and sacrifice, today and every day.

📢 Calling all veterans! Veterans SA and Military and Emergency Services Health Australia are excited to share a series of FREE enriching workshops that we've designed just for you. The key? Equipping you with all the necessary tools to shine brightly in 2024!

💡 MindRight for Veterans, Thursday 6 June - A workshop led by inspiring veterans like you, focusing on future planning, setting achievable goals, determining your identity, values, strengths, and self-care.

✍ StoryRight for Veterans, Thursday 13 June - Head into this informative workshop that unveils how you can translate your military skills, bolstering your employment chances. We'll explore AI tools and valuable insights provided by a mentor who's lived the experience.

Switching roles in defence or getting ready to dive into civilian life? These workshops have you covered! They're designed to impart knowledge and give you the support to flourish – personally and professionally.

Don't miss out on these amazing opportunities as spots are filling fast! ⏱

Head over to the Veterans SA website to secure your spot today 👉 https://bit.ly/3WCZLz1

MindRight and StoryRight Programs – Veterans SA In 2024, Veterans SA has teamed up with MESHA to deliver a program of workshops designed to arm veterans and Defence partners with the tools for success. The MindRight and StoryRight workshops are designed to connect the veteran community as they navigate post-service life and provide the essential....

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this post contains reference to people who have since passed.

This National Reconciliation Week, we highlight the South Australian-based Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander veterans who have served our Defence forces.

We acknowledge, recognise, and pay our respects to the invaluable contributions and sacrifice made by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. This includes the 400 who served in World War I, over 3,000 who enlisted for World War II and the 700 veterans in our community today.

📷: Australian War Memorial (P01066)

⭐ Recognise the outstanding contributions made by members of the South Australian veteran community ⭐

Do you know any entrepreneurial ADF veterans or partners who have made a big impact?

This is your chance to nominate them for the 2024 Beyond Service Award. 🏆

Five award categories are on offer and nominations close on Friday 21 June 👉 https://bit.ly/3wVudd9

It’s National Reconciliation Week. This is a time for all Australians to come together, learn about our shared history and culture, and work towards achieving reconciliation.

Today and every day we recognise and acknowledge the Kaurna people, who are the traditional owners of the land which we work and live on in South Australia. We also recognise the traditional owners and custodians of country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, water, sky and community.

We pay our respects to the people, the cultures, and the elders past, present and emerging.

Learn more about this year’s theme ‘Now More Than Ever’ and how you can get involved 👉 https://bit.ly/3UVMrDc

📢 Introducing the Veterans SA Tertiary Scholarship Program.

Veterans SA has launched a new pilot program designed to financially support veterans and partners of current and former ADF members undertaking tertiary education.

Eligible applicants can apply to receive up to $5,000 for out-of-pocket education expenses for studies undertaken in Semester 2, 2024. Priority will be given to applicants pursuing studies or training in the State Government’s priority skills areas.

This initiative is designed to ease the financial burden and make the transition to civilian life smoother through the power of education, setting you on a path to professional success. 🎓✨

Ready to take the next step? Find out more and apply now 👉 https://bit.ly/3WNNho4

Applications close 18 June.

Join Aboriginal Veterans SA for their annual Aboriginal Veterans' Commemorative Service on Friday 31 May to acknowledge and honour all First Nations people who have served.

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

The service will be followed by a light lunch.

Interested in attending? RSVP by Friday 24 May via [email protected] or phone 0413 909 080.

Veterans SA and MESHA are thrilled to bring you a series of empowering workshops designed to equip you with the tools for success!

💡 MindRight for Veterans, 📅 Thursday 6 June
A veteran-led workshop focused on future planning, goal setting, identity, values, strengths, and self-care.

✍ StoryRight for Veterans, 📅 Thursday 13 June
A workshop on translating military skills for better employment opportunities. The workshop explores how to use AI tools and provides insights from a lived-experience mentor.

Whether you're changing roles within Defence or transitioning to civilian life, these workshops will provide you with the knowledge and support you need to thrive both personally and professionally.

Capacity is limited! Visit the Veterans SA website to secure your spot now 👉 https://bit.ly/3WCZLz1

The Veterans Advisory Council (VAC) held their 90th meeting in April and are now seeking community input to help inform discussions in upcoming council meetings.

If you have suggestions of issues important to veterans and their families, you can email your ideas to the VAC before the next meeting, held on 27 June.

Visit the Veterans SA website to learn more about the VAC, submit your ideas and read the meeting summary 👉 https://bit.ly/4dBgLvD

It’s National Careers Week and who better to speak to the career opportunities on offer for Veterans than one of our own? Today we shine a spotlight on Ilona Horan who first joined Defence SA in 2016.

While many of us know Ilona Horan as Defence SA’s Corporate Services Director, this multitasking mum found her place in defence more than two decades ago.

Prior to joining Defence SA, Ilona served in the Australian Regular Army for 18 years before transferring to the Army Reserves where she remains an active Army Reservist.

Ilona found a way to incorporate her passion for Defence, helping people and advocating for the veteran community in her post-service career at Defence SA.

Read her story here 👉 https://bit.ly/3QLIOhY

Last week’s Veterans SA Copper Coast Forum was a resounding success 🎉

Thank you to everyone who attended 🤝 We enjoyed a full-house and the feedback from attendees was extremely positive.

The forum shed light on the support services available and was the ideal platform to connect the local veteran community.

Keep watching this space for upcoming events in 2024 👀

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This National Careers Week (13-17 May), Career Swag is hosting an event on Thursday 16 May to discuss useful career concepts for supporting members of the defence and veteran community.

📅 Thursday 16 May
⏰ 6.30pm – 7.30pm AEST
📍 Online via Zoom

Don’t miss this opportunity. Register now 👉 https://bit.ly/3WCCehp

Today marks the inaugural Veterans’ Families Day in South Australia – a day to formally recognise the heroes behind the heroes. ⭐

South Australia has taken the lead as the first Australian state to formally introduce an annual day of recognition for current and former ADF families.

On this day, we celebrate and honour the strength, resilience and unwavering support shown by the families, children, partners and spouses who support our veterans each and every day.

Your contribution is immeasurable and we thank you for your service.

Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/4bjeB1o

South Australia is gearing up to celebrate its first-ever Veterans’ Families Day on 15 May.

For Adelaide-based mother, Leah Kemp, this day holds deep meaning as she remembers her late husband, Matthew Kemp, a former Australian Army armourer. With their two young sons, Nathaniel and Oscar, Leah reflects on the importance of honouring veterans and their families.

“This day acknowledges the incredible courage and commitment of veteran and Defence families,” Ms. Kemp shared.

Take a read as Leah sheds light on her personal experience and the courage and dedication of veteran and Defence families. 👉 https://bit.ly/3JUFzkB

🌟 Exciting career opportunity! 🌟

Veterans SA is seeking a Director to lead the South Australian Government’s Veterans’ Affairs portfolio.

Working as part of Defence SA, this role supports veterans’ affairs matters and represents our state at national forums. You'll collaborate closely with the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and oversee a team driving strategic outcomes, programs, policies, and grants.

If you're passionate about making a difference for veterans and their families, apply now 👉 https://bit.ly/3UE7bzp

Applications close Tuesday 4 June 2024.