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Real stories

Join us as we share the inspiring real-life stories of Soldier On participants and supporters.  

Exploring journeys of physical and mental recovery, reconnection with community, and career transformations, we showcase the triumphs of the veteran community.  

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  • Veteran support, veterans

Why one veteran is committed to fly, ride and remember

Veteran Ben Lambon will take part in the Fly. Ride. Remember. challenge to help more members of the Defence community access support....
  • Cooking workshops, Culinary skills, emotional wellbeing, Nourish Body & Mind

Clever culinary skills help nourish body and mind

The Nourish Body & Mind cooking workshops provide practical resources to create nutritious food and boost overall wellbeing....
  • Business ownership, Career and Education, Female veterans, Frontline Labs, Self-employment, soldier on

Putting women’s entrepreneurial skills on the frontline

The offer of a tailored Frontline Labs course will provide a safe space for female Soldier On participants keen to explore civilian life as...
  • Career transition, Life after Defence, Sitzler, Veteran Employment

James’ second act: Finding purpose with Sitzler

After 29 years in uniform, Soldier On supported James' transition to a new career - and he now mentors other veterans to achieve similar...
  • Veteran support

From ‘What Now?’ to ‘What’s Next?’- Mentoring with Johanna Lynch

Soldier On Mentor Johanna Lynch draws on decades of leadership experience to help her mentees recognise their value - and explore new career opportunities....
  • Equine therapy, mental health, ptsd, Veteran support

How can horsing around help veterans thrive?

Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) funding has enabled Soldier On's 36-session equine therapy program to run in six locations across Australia....
  • Fundraising initiatives, Golf Day, Soldier On Ambassador

Teeing off for a terrific fundraiser

With more than $20,000 raised for Soldier On, the Northern Territory Public Sector Annual Charity Golf Day has achieved positive results....
  • Career and Education, Defence families, Defence students, Gungahlin College, soldier on

Service in session at Gungahlin College

At Gungahlin College, dedicated Defence School Mentor Zoe Rossiter plays a central role in supporting Defence students....
  • Participate and connect, soldier on, Table Tennis ACT, Wellbeing

Soldier On and Table Tennis ACT launch new program for veterans

Grant funding announced in May 2025 led to the July launch of a collaborative initiative between Soldier On and Table Tennis ACT....

Small Change, Big Impact: Vending Machines Fuel Veteran Support

Lendlease and Soldier On’s partnership, which began in 2017 with the initiative to use vending machine proceeds at RAAF Base Edinburgh, continues to create...

  • Veteran support

Walking Beside Us: Narelle Rusk’s Eight Years of Impact

Meet Narelle Rusk, a dedicated volunteer, creative force, and community-builder who has spent the past eight years walking alongside Soldier On participants – both...

  • Australian Defence Industry Awards, soldier on

Soldier On CEO celebrates team effort behind Australian Defence Industry Awards honour

Soldier On was awarded Veteran Support Program of the Year winner at the prestigious Australian Defence Industry Awards 2025....