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The Defence Force Welfare Association is an independent voice for Australian Defence Force members, veterans, and their families.

We advocate to government on matters affecting the welfare of this group of Australians, including:

  • ADF Pay and Conditions of Service
  • Rehabilitation of Injured Veterans
  • Compensation for Service Injuries
  • Retirement and Superannuation
  • Improving Service Delivery
  • Veteran Recognition

You can read more about our major policy objectives, here.

The Defence Force Welfare Association is funded by branch membership fees and donations.

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    Drop Schedule 9 of the Treasury Laws Amendment (2022 No 4) Bill

    Veteran Superannuation Invalidity Benefits are not paid for life, and Government can review or cancel them at any time up to the age of 55. They should not be taxed as if they are a permanent benefit. Tell the Government to drop Schedule 9 of the Treasury Laws Amendment (2022 No 4) Bill
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    Minister for Veterans’ Affairs: Veterans’ Legislation Reform Consultation Pathway takes shape

    Today The Hon Matt Keogh MP, the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel announced the commencement of public consultation on a Pathway to simplify veteran compensation and rehabilitation legislation. This action is being taken as a response to Recommendation 1 of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide Interim Report – that there is an urgent need to simplify the existing veteran compensation and rehabilitation legislation. The proposed pathway to simplify the legislation is available …
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