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Free 24/7 Counselling Service

Mental health and wellbeing support for current and ex-serving Australian Defence Force personnel and their families. Free counselling is available 24 Hours a day, seven days a week.

Department of Veterans' Affairs

The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) is a department of the Australian Government delivering programs for war veterans, serving and former serving members of the ADF, Australian Federal Police and their families.

Veterans' Medecines Advice

Veterans’ Medicines Advice and Therapeutics Education Services (Veterans’ MATES) supports veterans and their families to manage their health.

Defence Service Records

Obtain a copy of your services records or that of a family member.

Flags

As one of Australia’s most important symbols, the flag should be used with respect and dignity. Learn about the protocols for flying or using the flag, including as part of flag-raising ceremonies.

Medals

Access information on Australian Defence Medals on the Department of Defence website. Apply for un-issued medals or for replacement medals. Find out about awards issued to relatives who served.  

Commonwealth War Graves

Access cemetery details of the men and women of the Commonwealth who died in the First and Second World Wars.

The site also contains links to researching records of some Commonwealth countries.

Australian War Memorial

The Australian War Memorial in Canberra commemorates the sacrifice of those Australians who have died in war or on operational service and those who have served our nation. It is open to the public and is world renowned for its displays and exhibitions.