Welcome to the Families of Veterans Resource Hub

The Guild Digest - Summer

Read our 2026 Summer edition of The Guild Digest, welcoming a new year and looking back at 2025. Featuring news and events, social calendars, information for members and what's been happening.

Supporting aging loved ones to have courageous conversations about ageing

Supporting a loved one as they age is a meaningful part of family life. It is important to approach mindfully, meeting your loved one where they are at in their journey. War widows in our community have spent decades caring for others, showing resilience through loss, change, and responsibility. Read this information sheet on how to support them during this time.

Empowering war widows to have courageous conversations about ageing

Ageing is a deeply personal journey, and for many war widows it is shaped by decades of strength, sacrifice, and caring for others. As life circumstances change, one of the most important acts of self‑care is the willingness to have open, courageous conversations with loved ones about future needs, concerns, and wishes.

Wellbeing tips - vision boards helping you connect

Read this tip on how vision boards are a creative outlet that can spark creativity and foster meaningful social connection through shared aspirations for the year ahead. Vision boards offer creative flexibility that incorporates the use of imagery, words, and personal symbolism to represent hopes, values, and intentions.

2025 Veteran Families Survey - Key Findings

Our 2025 Veteran Family Survey asked veteran family members to answer questions reflecting on the past 12 months. View the key findings from the survey to understand the experiences of Australian veteran families.

Wellbeing tips - when connection feels hard

The start of a new year often brings mixed emotions. While there is talk of fresh starts and new routines, this time can also feel overwhelming, especially for families of veterans. After busy holiday periods or long stretches of change, feelings of disconnection can become more noticeable. Read this wellbeing tip on how to find your way back into connection.

The Progress Report Podcast - experiences of war widows

In 2025, three of our members were invited to a podcast discussion on The Progress Report podcast. In this discussion, they speak openly about their experiences as war widows, their connection to the War Widows Guild, the friendships that have had a lasting impact on their lives, and how the Guild has supported and empower them through the most difficult times.

2025 Veteran Families Survey

The 2025 Veteran Families Survey was commissioned by the Families of Veterans Guild and conducted by global research company YouGov. Surveying nearly 600 family members of current and former defence personnel, 12% of which identified as war widows, the research unveils the impact of service on veteran families, including significant financial stress, inadequate access to healthcare, and profound impacts on individuals’ mental health.

NSW Concessions for aging veteran families

Read this information sheet to get a better understanding of concessions available for aging veteran families in NSW. Featuring information on Seniors Cards and Transport Assistance.

Wellbeing tips - wholehearted living in the veteran family community

Read this wellbeing tip as we explore Brené Brown’s concept of wholehearted living. Her concept means to engage with life from a place of worthiness, courage, and connection. This idea resonates deeply within the veteran family community. 

The Guild Digest - Spring

Read our 2025 Spring edition of The Guild Digest, featuring news on War Widows Day, events, social calendars, information for members and what's been happening.

Wellbeing tips - sharing wisdom through mentoring

Read this wellbeing tip on how sharing wisdom through mentoring can be a deeply beneficial and mutually enriching experience for both those doing and receiving the mentoring, especially in a unique environment such as the veteran family community.

Matt Burnell MP's statement about Families of Veterans Guild in parliament

Watch the recording of Matt Burnell MP delivering a statement in the House of Representatives highlighting our report and the voices of war widows and veteran families. This recognition puts these important issues on the national agenda.

Wellbeing tips - healing in the outdoors

Spending time in nature offers a gentle way to support our wellbeing and build meaningful connection. The natural world provides a calming environment that can help us feel more grounded and present, making it easier to connect with ourselves and others. Read this wellbeing tip to learn more about how the outdoors truly benefits oneself. 

Support & Services guide for aging Veteran Families

Discover our Support and Services for Aging Veteran Families Guide, your essential resource for understanding the range of benefits, concessions, and support available to older veterans, their families, and war widows. From financial assistance and healthcare to transport, aged care, and community programmes, this guide connects you with the services and networks that help you stay independent, supported, and informed at every stage.

Digital literacy - technology support

Have you purchased a new smartphone, tablet or computer, but you’re not sure how to set up your device, install programs or apps and get started? There are lots of different resources available to help you on your way! Read this information sheet to help navigating the available services.

Wellbeing tips - finding calm in the Christmas noise

Christmas is a season of gatherings, activities and traditions, and while these can be meaningful, they can also feel overwhelming at times. For widows and veteran families, this period may bring a mixture of emotions. Read this wellbeing tip on how to find calm during the period.

The Guild Digest - Winter

Read our 2025 Winter edition of The Guild Digest, featuring news on our recent AGM and events, social calendars, information for members and what's been happening.

Wellbeing tips - understanding resentment for wellbeing

Resentment isn’t “bad.” It’s a signal, a message that says, I’m giving more than I can. I said yes when I meant no. I’m exhausted from being brave. It often points to crossed boundaries, unmet needs, or parts of ourselves we’ve quieted for too long leading to emotional and physical depletion. Read this wellbeing tip to learn more about how you can understand resentment for your wellbeing.

Digital literacy - how to use Zoom

Zoom is a video conferencing tool that allows people to meet online through video, audio, and chat. It’s often used for meetings, classes, or catching up with friends and family. Read this information sheet on everything you need to know to get set up and use Zoom.

Wellbeing tips - bridging generations, sharing stories

Read this wellbeing tip on how every generation carries its own stories, challenges, experiences and wisdom. For veteran families, these stories form a living bridge, one that connects the experiences of the past with the hopes of the future.

Digital literacy - how to use WhatsApp

WhatsApp is a free messaging app that helps you stay connected with friends, family, and groups through text, voice, and video. You can share photos, documents, and updates in private or group chats from anywhere in the world. Read this information sheet on how to get set up and use WhatsApp.

The importance of War Widows Day - CEO Renee Wilson and ABC New England North West

In this interview with ABC New England North West, our CEO discusses the importance of War Widows Day and the War Widows Honour Roll, a living record where families and friends can share a tribute to a war widow in their lives ensuring that they are honoured and remembered.

Digital literacy - 101 cyber safety

As more of our lives go online, it's essential for everyone to stay safe and confident while using the internet. Here’s a simple guide to help you protect your personal information, avoid scams, and enjoy the digital world securely.

Wellbeing tips - connecting through shared physical activity

Participating in physical activity is an excellent way to foster connections with other people. Something that is essential for our wellbeing. Read this wellbeing tip all about physical activity’s influence on social connection.

Digital literacy - how to get an e-mail address

This sheet is on how to set up an email. Email (short for "electronic mail") is a fast and easy way to send messages over the internet. Whether you're connecting with friends, family, or businesses, understanding how to use email safely and effectively is essential.

Digital literacy - how to get an e-mail address

Watch this episode on how to get an e-mail address. Email (short for "electronic mail") is a fast and easy way to send messages over the internet. Whether you're connecting with friends, family, or businesses, understanding how to use email safely and effectively is essential.

Digital literacy - how to use Eventbrite

Eventbrite is an online platform where you can browse, discover, and register for activities and events, both online and in-person. Read this information sheet that will inform you all about how to use it.

Digital literacy - how to use Eventbrite

Watch this episode on how to use Eventbrite. Eventbrite is an online platform where you can browse, discover, and register for activities and events, both online and in-person. We use Eventbrite for our wellbeing activities and registrations.

Digital literacy - how to use Facebook

Facebook is a social media platform that makes it easy to stay connected with friends, family, and communities online. You can share updates, photos, and messages, join groups, and follow pages that interest you. Knowing how to use Facebook safely and confidently helps you stay informed, connected, and in control of your online experience. Read this information sheet to learn all about it.

Digital literacy - how to use Facebook

Watch this episode on how to use Facebook. Facebook is a social media platform that makes it easy to stay connected with friends, family, and communities online. You can share updates, photos, and messages, join groups, and follow pages that interest you. Knowing how to use Facebook safely and confidently helps you stay informed, connected, and in control of your online experience.

Wellbeing tips - exploring anger and healing

This wellbeing tip features from Brene Brown's novel 'Atlas of the Heart'. In Atlas of the Heart, she speaks about anger as being an emotion that we feel when something prevents us from reaching a desired outcome or when we feel that there has been a violation of perceived justice. 

ABC Breakfast News interview with CEO Renee Wilson and President Queen Dunbar

On War Widows Day, our CEO Renee Wilson and President Queen Dunbar joined ABC Breakfast News to share why this day matters — recognising the strength and sacrifice of war widows and their families, and the importance of telling their stories through the War Widows Honour Roll.Every name represents a life shaped by service — and a story that deserves to be seen, heard and remembered.

Wellbeing tips - the gift of listening

Read this wellbeing tip about how for many veteran families, life has been shaped by experiences that carry deep impact such as separations, relocations, loss, or living with the ongoing impacts of service. In these moments, one of the most healing things we can offer is the gift of listening.

The importance of physical activity

Read this information sheet to learn about how physical activity plays a vital role in maintaining health and wellbeing across all stages of life. For veteran families and war widows, who may carry unique stresses and responsibilities, staying active can provide not only physical health benefits but also emotional balance, social connection, and resilience. 

Wellbeing tips - how animals help us reconnect

Read this wellbeing tip about animals, particularly horses, can play a profound role in helping us reconnect with ourselves and others through attunement and reflection. Horses are incredibly attuned to their surroundings. 

Guide to Carer Gateway services

Discover our Carer Gateway Guide, your comprehensive resource for understanding the wide range of free services and supports available to carers, including those supporting veterans and their families. From counselling and peer support to respite care, tailored assistance, and programs for young carers, this guide connects you with the tools and networks that can make a real difference in your caring journey.

Digital literacy - where to get help with technology

Learning how to use a smartphone, tablet or computer can be challenging—but you’re not alone. This guide outlines where to find reliable tech help to build your skills and confidence, based on information from the Be Connected Program, Australian public libraries, and digital inclusion initiatives like Tech Savvy Seniors. 

Wellbeing tips - practicing mindfulness for yourself and others

Read this wellbeing tip on how practising mindfulness through kindness is a simple yet powerful way to nurture our wellbeing. 

Your DVA Entitlements - Income Support Supplement (ISS)

Families of Veterans Guild hosted a special webinar for war widows, in collaboration with the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA). In this recording, learn directly from DVA about the War Widow’s Pension and Income Support Supplement (ISS): key financial supports designed to assist eligible widows.

Wellbeing tips - self-care in Spring

Read this wellbeing tip about effective self-care in Spring. Spring is the perfect time to practice mindfulness, as the warming weather encourages us to step outside after being indoors during winter and reconnect with the natural world!

Faith and spirituality across the lifespan

Read this information sheet on how faith and spirituality often play an important role in the lives of veteran families, including war widows. They can provide comfort, strength, and meaning through both everyday challenges and life’s hardest moments.

Your DVA Entitlements - Transport Support

Families of Veterans Guild hosted a special webinar for war widows, in collaboration with the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA). In this recording, learn directly from DVA about Transport Support: the travel and transport services available to Gold Card holders for medical care. 

Digital literacy - safe online shopping and banking

This guide offers practical tips to help you shop and bank online securely, based on advice from the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC), eSafety Commissioner, and the Scamwatch program from the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC). 

Your DVA Entitlements - Veterans’ Home Care (VHC)

Families of Veterans Guild hosted a special webinar for war widows, in collaboration with the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA). In this recording, learn directly from DVA about the Veterans’ Home Care (VHC) Program: practical support services designed to help you remain safe and independent at home.

Wellbeing tips - social connection in communities

Read this wellbeing tip on social connection in communities. One of the easiest ways to build connection is by getting involved in something you genuinely enjoy and letting conversations flow naturally.

Your DVA Entitlements - DVA Community Nursing Program

Families of Veterans Guild hosted a special webinar for war widows, in collaboration with the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA). In this recording, learn directly from DVA about the Community Nursing Program: a service that offers clinical care to eligible war widows in their own homes.

80 years of peace won for us

Read this LinkedIn article from our CEO, Renee, as she reflects on the significance of VP Day and the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII.

Your DVA Entitlements - a webinar for war widows

Families of Veterans Guild, in collaboration with the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA), hosted in July 2025 a dedicated and exclusive webinar for war widows to better understand the entitlements and services available to them through DVA. Whether you are newly widowed or navigating support systems for some time, watching this webinar recording is an important opportunity to connect directly with DVA representatives and gain clarity on what assistance and programs are available to you.

Wellbeing tips - the power of volunteering

Read this wellbeing tip on volunteering benefits. Volunteering offers many health and wellbeing benefits including improved mental and physical health through opportunities for social connection and networking, learning new skills, participating in your local community, and developing a sense of purpose or belonging.

The Guild Digest - Autumn

Read our latest Autumn edition of The Guild Digest, a special ANZAC Field of Remembrance and ANZAC Day edition. Featuring news and events, social calendars, information for members and what's been happening.

Wellbeing tips - mindful use of technology

Read this wellbeing tip about the mindful use of technology. Technology is woven into our daily lives, often in ways we don’t even notice. Staying connected through smart phones and devices can bring comfort and convenience, but constant digital noise may also leave us feeling scattered or on edge.

Showing compassion for others

Read this information sheet on why showing compassion for others important and when it's a good time to show compassion.

Nurturing yourself while caring for a loved one

Caring for a loved one can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life, but it can also be physically, emotionally, and mentally draining. It is important to prioritise your own wellbeing when providing support and assistance to someone else, whether that be an ill or injured veteran, young children, or ageing parents. Read about some practical self-care tips to help you maintain balance and prevent caregiver burnout.

Let's get back to basics

Right now, we have a unique opportunity to shape the future of veteran and family services in Australia. Read our CEO's full reflection on why these foundations matter more than ever.

Voices of veteran families

Watch this video and hear the first hand experiences of the families of Australian Veterans. Find out what it was, and is, for them. Listen to the story of the mother of a veteran who died as a result of his service. Listen to the story of a partner who became a carer for her critically injured veteran and the story of a widow of war and her children left behind. This is the story, these are the voices of the families of Australian Defence Force serving members, past and present.

Wellbeing tips - self-care through mindfulness

Read this wellbeing tip on self-care through mindfulness. Mindfulness is the simple practice of paying full attention to the present moment. It can help ease stress, boost resilience, and support emotional balance. This resource introduces an easy activity using your five senses to reconnect with your body and surroundings. 

Family Support Guide

Discover our Family Support Guide, a resource designed for defence and veteran families with vital services and support. Covering everything from financial assistance and mental health care to parenting, carer support, and peer networks, this guide brings together a list of trusted service providers. This guide is an essential tool for defence and veteran families across Australia.

A guide to grief and loss

Read this information sheet about grief and loss. Grief is a natural and deeply personal response to the loss of someone or something meaningful. It can take many forms and impact emotions, thoughts, and daily life in different ways. Understanding the grieving process can provide comfort and guidance during difficult times. Our free guide explores the various aspects of grief and loss, offering insights, practical support, and reassurance to help you navigate this journey.

Our story - women empowering women and their families

Watch this video on the story of the Guild is a story of women helping women. This video reveal the incredible and unique story of the the Families of Veterans Guild, owned and operated by Australian War Widows NSW Ltd. The organisation has existed for almost 80 years, supporting war widows and families impacted by defence service and wars.

Submission to Senate - Defence and Veteran Services Commission

Following our advocacy and the support of many Senators, the Senate has launched an inquiry into establishing a Defence and Veteran Services Commission. Read our CEO's response to Recommendation 122 from the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide.

Wellbeing tips - connecting through storytelling

Read this wellbeing tip on connection through storytelling. Sharing stories can be a simple yet powerful way to connect with others. For veteran families, storytelling helps build trust, create understanding, and remind us we’re not alone. This information sheet explores how reflecting on memories—big or small—can strengthen bonds, spark compassion, and support emotional wellbeing. 

Role of a social worker

Social workers play an important role in supporting the health and wellbeing of Veteran’s families. Read about some of the areas social workers focus on and how they can help you.

Community Services Guide

Explore our Community Services Guide to learn about the wide range of services and support available specifically to war widows, defence and veteran families. Including a wide range of service providers, this guide is a unique and invaluable resource for those seeking assistance and connection to community programs that benefit defence and veteran families, including war widows.

ANZAC Day: a day that is felt

Read about how ANZAC Day makes our CEO feel. This time of year, causes deep reflection of what is and what could have been. ANZAC Day, its lead up and aftermath is a day whose gravity and meaning is difficult to express with words. 

Understanding hardships

Read this information ship on how hardships are different for everyone and how you can validate someone during tough times, reminding them that hard is hard.

ANZAC Field of Remembrance

Watch this video on The ANZAC Field of Remembrance that has been held in Australia for 73 years. It began in 1952 when Mrs C J Pope, widow of Rear-Admiral C J Pope, RAN, assisted by what was then known as the War Widows’ Guild of NSW, now the Family of Veterans Guild, organised the Field of Remembrance at St Andrew’s Cathedral, Sydney.

How to validate someone during conversations

Validating someone during conversations involves acknowledging and affirming their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It is important to validate other’s during conversations to encourage vulnerability and ensure they feel seen, heard and valued. Read this information sheet on ways to do this effectively.

Wellbeing tips - social connection in Winter

Read this wellbeing tip on social connection in the Winter. Cold weather and shorter days may intensify feelings of loneliness—but staying socially connected can make a big difference. This resource explores simple ways to build connection and boost wellbeing during the colder months, with suggestions for local events, support programs, and community groups.

Rise Together Initiative interview with ABC Radio Newcastle

Watch this interview with ABC Newcastle, our CEO discusses in length the need for initiatives like Rise Together to support the career development and empower the partners of our current and former serving ADF members.

Veterans’ Entitlements, Treatment And Support Bill 2024

Read our CEO’s response to the passing of the Veterans Bill—a historic step forward in simplifying a long-broken system. While this progress is welcome, it’s only the beginning.

Talking to your child about the death of a parent

Talking to a child about the death of a parent is incredibly difficult. Read this information sheet that offers trauma-informed tips for having honest, age-appropriate conversations, supporting children through grief, and creating a safe, understanding environment where they can process loss in their own time and way.

The Guild Digest - Summer

Read our 2025 Summer edition of The Guild Digest, a look back at 2024 and forward to 2025. Featuring news and events, social calendars, information for members and what's been happening.

Wellbeing tips - honouring togetherness during the festive season

The festive season is a time of celebration, reflection, and connection. While this period can feel busy, the warmth of summer invites moments of pause and reflection before entering the new year. Read this wellbeing tip around the connection during this time.

Celebrating International Women’s Day: honouring Jessie Vasey and the legacy of our war widows

Watch and celebrate the incredible strength and resilience of women who have shaped history. Join us this International Women’s Day as we reflect on the extraordinary contributions of our fonder, Jessie Vasey, and the war widows who have profoundly impacted our society.

Understanding leadership

Read this information sheet on understanding leadership. What is it and how all of us are leaders in various aspects through life.

Wellbeing tips - creative writing

Read this wellbeing tip and discover how creative writing can support emotional expression, healing, and self-reflection. This resource explores writing as a self-care tool through journaling, poetry, and storytelling—helping you process experiences and find meaning through words.

Digital literacy - how to get started online

Read this information sheet on how to get started online — covering the basics of internet use, search engines, email, and online forms to help you build confidence and stay connected in a digital world.

Defence And Veteran Services Commission

Read this piece from our CEO. Did you know about a new amendment that has been proposed to the VETS Bill stand up the Defence and Veteran Services Commission without being consulted? We didn't. 

Preparing for challenging conversations

Read this information sheet and gain confidence in navigating difficult discussions with practical tools to prepare, listen actively, manage emotions, reflect, and follow up—turning challenging conversations into opportunities for growth and understanding.

CEO Renee Wilson interview - ABC Radio Brisbane

Watch our CEO Renee Wilson discussing the Defence Honours and Awards System with ABC Radio Brisbane and the Senate inquiry into the integrity of the system.

Supporting family wellbeing when living apart

Living apart as an Unaccompanied Resident Family (URF) can be challenging—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Read this information sheet that offers five practical tips to support your wellbeing, build meaningful connections, maintain family rituals, and care for yourself during times of separation.

But what about our veteran families?

Read this article by 'The Mandarin' about how ADF members perform better and serve longer when their family is happy. We need to support our families so we can ultimately support our veterans. 

Voices of families

See and hear the voices of defence and veteran families and what they are telling us in this video.

Digital literacy - how to use WhatsApp

WhatsApp is a great way to keep in touch and stay connected with family and friends. Read this information sheet with everything you need to know about WhatsApp, how to get started, how to use it, and how to stay safe. 

Wellbeing tips - sleep hygiene

Read this wellbeing tip on sleep hygiene. Sleep often takes a back seat for defence and veteran families navigating service life, transitions, or grief. This resource offers practical tips to improve sleep quality through small daily habits—boosting mood, resilience, and overall wellbeing for you and your family.

A better tomorrow for veterans and their families

Read this Defence Connect Article about building a better world for Australia’s veterans and their families is a sacred duty and mission for the nation, with the findings of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide now handed down, it is time to get to work, explains CEO of Families of Veterans Guild Renee Wilson.

How to set boundaries

Learn how to protect your mental wellbeing by setting healthy personal boundaries — what they are, why they matter, and how to communicate them effectively across different areas of your life.

War Widows Day 2024 - Governor General message

On 19 October 2024, for War Widows Day, we celebrated our war widows and honoured their stories of love and sacrifice. War Widows Day 2024 was acknowledged by many, including the Governor-General of Australia in this wonderful video.  

The Guild Digest - Spring

Read our 2024 Spring edition of The Guild Digest, a special War Widows Day edition. Featuring news and events, social calendars, information for members and what's been happening.

War Widows Day 2024 - tribute to the stories of our war widows

Watch this moving tribute made for War Widows Day 2024. War Widows Day is a significant occasion dedicated to recognising and connecting war widows, ensuring they feel honoured and acknowledged, giving us an opportunity to honour their stories, bravery, and sacrifice. 

What is social connection?

Read this information sheet on the importance of social connection — what it is, why it matters for your wellbeing, and how you can build meaningful relationships in your community.

The Royal Commission Into Defence And Veteran Suicide

Read this article from our CEO and her response to the Royal Commission. The Defence and Veteran support system isn’t meeting the expectations of the Australian community. 

Supporting your grief and loss during the holiday season

Read this information sheet on supporting your grief and loss during the holiday season — with gentle guidance, practical tips, and ways to care for yourself through a time that can be especially challenging.

Intergenerational defence and veterans families community art day

A Community Art Day bringing together veterans' families across generations to connect, and create. Watch different generations get together and create this meaningful art together.

Supporting a loved one who is grieving

Grief is a natural and deeply personal journey, not a series of predictable stages. Read this information sheet that offers compassionate insights and practical tips on how to support a loved one who is grieving—by acknowledging their feelings, sitting with discomfort, and providing meaningful, ongoing support.

Wellbeing tips - connecting over a shared meal

Read this wellbeing tip on how preparing and sharing meals together can boost connection, emotional wellbeing, and a sense of purpose—especially for defence and veteran families who may feel isolated. This resource explores how communal cooking supports self-care, reduces stress, and rebuilds social bonds in meaningful ways.

The Guild Digest - Winter

Read our 2024 Winter edition of The Guild Digest, focused on our 25th Annual General Meeting. Featuring news and events, social calendars, information for members and what's been happening.

Understanding intimate partner and family domestic violence: context and action

This webinar offers an understanding of intimate partner and family domestic violence within veteran and defence families, covering warning signs, context, support, safety, and how to approach it.

Why social connection is important

Read this information sheet on why social connection is vital for Defence and Veteran families — how it protects mental health, reduces loneliness, and builds a strong sense of belonging through peer support and community.

Why the ANZAC Field of Remembrance matters

Read or CEO's piece on why the ANZAC Field of Remembrance is important. More than just a service, the ANZAC Field of Remembrance is a powerful reminder that war and service do come home. Standing as one, remembering together, united by their loved ones service.

What is incontinence? How do you manage it?

Read this information sheet on understanding incontinence — what it is, how it affects people, and practical steps you can take to manage it and stay socially active.

Accountability, transparency and trust

Trust. It takes a long time to build and a moment to break. Read our CEO's reflection on the urgent need for accountability and transparency in the veteran support system.

Digital literacy - safeguarding against text and call scams

Read this information sheet on how to safeguard yourself against text and call scams — learn how to spot common tactics, protect your personal information, and stay safe from financial and emotional harm.

The Guild Digest - Autumn

Read our 2024 Autumn edition of The Guild Digest, a special ANZAC Field of Remembrance and ANZAC Day edition. Featuring news and events, social calendars, information for members and what's been happening.

How do we make sure no veteran family is left behind in the wake of The Royal Commission?

Read this Defence Connect Article on how over countless hours of hearings, witness statements, and phone enquiries, the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has heard evidence crucial to the future of Australia’s veteran community. Throughout this process, there has been a recurring theme – the lives of veteran families are full of unique experiences, opportunities, and challenges which differ from the broader population. It has highlighted the important role that defence and veteran families play for our nation, which is, too often hidden, from view.

International women's day - ‘inspire inclusion’

This webinar was delivered in celebration of the women in our community this coming International Women’s Day. 'How can we inspire inclusion' will cover the subject of inclusion for women, noting issues we hear a lot about women becoming more invisible as they age, especially in sectors that are traditionally male dominated – but that benefit of their inclusion.

Wellbeing tips - exploring self-care through mindfulness with Brene Brown

We often think that putting ourselves first is selfish. Brené Brown’s research tells a very different story. Read this wellbeing tip that dives into learning about courage, boundaries and loving yourself honestly.

Inspiring inclusion: promoting positive mental health

In a world that thrives on diversity, the concept of inclusion has emerged as an important consideration, fostering a sense of belonging for everyone, regardless of differences. Read this information sheet on how to promote positive mental health.

The Guild Digest - Summer

Read our 2024 Summer edition of The Guild Digest, a welcome to the new year. Featuring news and events, social calendars, information for members and what's been happening.

The ongoing problem in the system

Read our CEO's reflection on John Armfield’s testimony at the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide.

Digital literacy - helping you get online

Read this information sheet on helping you get online — learn the basics of using technology, accessing the internet, and staying connected safely in today’s digital world.

Insights for veteran families

Listen in to this webinar around exploring grief and loss in veteran and defence family experiences. With personal reflections, and practical advice to help families and war widows navigate through tough times.

Practicing perspective taking

Perspective-taking is the ability to understand and appreciate the viewpoints, feelings, and thoughts of others. Read this information sheet on how to practice perspective taking as well as it's benefits.

Digital literacy - social media basics

Curious about social media? Read this information sheet about the basics of popular platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and Pinterest, and discover how they can help you stay connected, explore your interests, and engage with your community online—safely and confidently.

Why Remembrance Day matters

Remembrance Day is a very important day to our community and all Australians. It is a day when we come together and remember the costs of war. Read our CEO's piece on the importance of Remembrance Day.

Digital literacy - Zoom basics

Read this information sheet to learn the basics of using Zoom — what it is, how it works, and how you can use it to stay connected with family, friends, and services online.

ANZAC Day interview of Board Director Bree Till by the ABC News

Watch ABC News interviewing AWWNSW Board Director Bree Till after the 2023 ANZAC Dawn service at Martin Place in Sydney

ABC News interview with Meg Green

Watch this interview of Meg Green on the day of our ANZAC Field of Remembrance, to talk about the day and the upcoming anniversaries of the Vietnam War.

AWWNSW CEO interview - ANZAC Field of Remembrance 2023

Watch ABC News interview of AWWNSW CEO, Renee Wilson, on the morning of the ANZAC Field of Remembrance

Practicing self care in Easter

Practicing self-care during Easter is important amidst the festivities and reflections of the long weekend. Read this information sheet about our top five tips for self care during Easter long weekends and other holidays.