Battle brewing over booting veterans in barracks sale A prized military barracks is being put up for sale by the federal government to shore up its finances triggering a fierce fight over national heritage. AAP · Sep 23
Afghanistan veteran dies in parachute training crash A highly-respected Special Forces sniper who went on multiple overseas deployments has died after colliding with a fellow paratrooper during an exercise. AAP · May 12
NSW Premier Chris Minns Confirms Extra Public Holiday For ANZAC Day 2026 & 2027 New South Wales Premier Chris Minns has confirmed that the state will observe an extra public holiday on ANZAC Day for the next two years. Pedestrian.tv · Feb 15
Veterans charity in shambles after four resignations An RSL branch is being asked how it can continue operating after four directors including its chair quit, amid "conflicts" and a lawsuit. AAP · Oct 9, 2025
Fury over Anzac Day rock concert prompts event shift Plans to hold a rock concert in Sydney's Domain have been dashed after veterans criticised the decision as inappropriate and organisers look for an alternative. AAP · Jan 31, 2024
Support for veterans a step closer with Hunter bid for new hub Access to much-needed services for Hunter veterans is a step closer as RSL LifeCare submits a business case to the federal government for a new hub. Newcastle Herald · Aug 30, 2023
‘Lives are at stake’: Veterans Centre Australia closes after major funder pulls out, leaving hundreds in limbo The not-for-profit group helped up to 600 clients at a time access services including healthcare, financial and employment support The Guardian - AU · Feb 28, 2023
105 years of adventure: saluting the incredible life of Alf Carpenter A guard of honour, comprising Maroba aged care residents, including fellow veterans, along with staff, formed to farewell Alf on Wednesday night Newcastle Herald · Sep 8, 2022
Here are the Anzac Day 2022 dawn services and commemorations near you Looking to pay your respects to the tens of thousands of Australians who lost their lives in conflict, as well as those who served in Australia's military forces? Here's what Anzac Day services, marches and parades are happening around the country. ABC News · Apr 22, 2022
Veteran Alf Carpenter marches past 105th birthday, bound for Anzac Day Just a few days after turning 105, the World War Two veteran is travelling to Sydney to participate in the Anzac Day march, where, it's believed, he will be the oldest person involved - and while he is being provided with a Jeep, Alf Carpenter is determined to march. Newcastle Herald · Apr 21, 2022