Veterans
Transitioning to civilian life and employment
It was only a few short weeks ago that Australians turned out in their hundreds of thousands to give public......
Veteran suicide rates much higher than recorded
New data released today by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has found there were 1,273 certified deaths by......
Parliament Calls for a Royal Commission into Veteran Suicide
In the last 3 months there have been 18 Australian veterans and defence personnel who have died by suicide. Nearly......
Australian Defence Force veterans are seeking help at higher rates
Open Arms is Australia’s leading provider of health and counselling services dedicated to current and ex-serving members of the Australian......
Remembrance Day: Lest We Forget
Today was Remembrance Day, marking the end of the First World War on the 11th of November, 1918. It was......
West Australia honour Yamatji elder
The Australian of the Year awards aim to recognise individuals making a positive contribution to their community, and no one......
Improving employability for Aussie veterans
Unemployment is a problem for many who leave the defence force and the struggle to find meaningful employment can have......
Vietnam veteran returns as tour guide for PTSD-affected comrades
It’s Vietnam Veterans Day. Originally known as Long Tan Day, the 18th of August commemorates the battle of Long Tan......
Anzac remembers war not just soldiers
A soldier, an antiwar protester and a would-be soldier turned activist share their memories of when the Vietnam War dominated......
Veterans Health Week
Veterans Health Week takes place from the 24th – 30th October and its theme this year is “Building on the......