The Social Services and Other Legislation Amendment (Military Invalidity Payments Means Testing) Bill 2024 provides some clarity in the way in which DFRDB and MSBS Invalidity Benefits affected by the Douglas case are assessed by Centrelink and DVA for income support purposes. DFWA made a submission to the Senate Community Affairs Legislation Committee regarding the proposed amendments.
Camaraderie Vol 55, No 1 available to view or download online.
The Government is seeking comments on the draft Veterans’ Entitlements, Treatment and Support (Simplification and Harmonisation) Bill 2024 that, if passed by Parliament, would implement…
On 13 February 2024, Gordon Legal which had been following the case for some time issued a Media Release indicating a potential Class Action against DVA and invited DVA cardholder to register interest in participating. Please note, DFWA does not provide legal advice and is not recommending any veteran participate in any investigation or class action. Individuals should consider their options and seek independent legal advice.
On 12 February 2024, Alison Frame, Secretary of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, released the following statement: The Department is aware that the withdrawal of…
Camaraderie Vol 54, No 3 available to view or download online.
DFWA was authorised by the Defence Force Remuneration Tribunal (DFRT) to make written and oral representations on behalf of Australian Defence Force members, separate to the chain of command, in respect of the Workplace Remuneration Arrangement 2023-26.
The Defence Force Welfare Association (DFWA) wants to hear from current and former members of the ADF and their families on the proposed salary increase…
The Defence Force Remuneration Tribunal has agreed to allow the Defence Force Welfare Association to be heard, and make oral and written submissions regarding the…
Camaraderie Vol 54, No 2 available to view or download online.