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Latest news

We’re excited to share our success stories with you.

Read the latest news from Soldier On to find about how we are supporting the veteran community.

From engagement in social activities, through to signing on with new employment partners, we’ve got it covered.

  • Remembrance Day Appeal

Remembrance Day: Standing beside veterans and the families who support them

This Remembrance Day, Soldier On is asking Australians to help ensure the Defence community can access support when it is needed....
  • Afghanistan, Soldier On Ambassadors

David Savage: the lasting impact of Afghanistan

Soldier On Ambassador David Savage says his view of Afghanistan has changed over time....

‘I left Afghanistan thinking there has to be a better way’

Army veteran Alison Gordon says that her strongest memories of serving in Afghanistan are all about people....
  • Afghanistan, Australian War Memorial

25 years of Australian service in Afghanistan: how you can remember and take part 

A service to mark 25 years since the beginning of Australian Defence Force operations in Afghanistan will be held at Canberra's Australian War Memorial...
  • Afghanistan, Veteran support

Twenty-five years on: ‘I’ll never be the same person’ 

Airforce veteran Steve says his service in Afghanistan has had lasting effects on his mental health....
  • Afghanistan, Veteran support

‘Service belongs to the whole family’: Davina Mansfield reflects on 25 years since Afghanistan

Twenty-five years after Australia’s involvement in Afghanistan began, the stories of those who served – and those who supported them – continue to matter....
  • Afghanistan, Support after service

Twenty-five years on: remembering Australia’s service in Afghanistan

Twenty-five years on, Australia remembers those who served in Afghanistan – and the families who stood behind them. For Soldier On, the anniversary is...
  • Defence families

From Defence kid to future psychologist: Ella’s journey

As a member of a Defence family, a University of Canberra Soldier On Scholarship helped Ella feel supported....
  • Awards

Soldier On named finalist in 2026 Prime Minister’s National Veteran Employment Awards

Soldier On is proud to be recognised as a finalist for our commitment to veteran employment....
  • How we help

More than you might realise: how Soldier On can support you and your family

Discover the support Soldier On provides for veterans and their families, from wellbeing and connection to careers and education....
Portrait of Sarah Watson with Medals in Civilian Clothes
  • Soldier On Ambassador

Sarah Watson: Turning lived experience into a lifetime of service

Soldier On Ambassador Sarah Watson says friends, sport and connection have all played an important part in her life after service....
  • Invictus Australia, Partners, Veteran support

Soldier On and Invictus Australia join forces to strengthen support for veterans and families

Soldier On and Invictus Australia have launched a new partnership designed to strengthen connections, opportunities and support for Australian Defence personnel, veterans and their...