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Veterans’ Affairs signs Memorandum of Understanding with the RNZRSA

For many years, Veterans’ Affairs and the RNZRSA have worked closely together, united by a shared aim of ensuring that New Zealand’s veterans are recognised, honoured, and supported. Our roles are...

Commemorative Fund supports Vietnam Veterans’ Day

The idea of commemorating the Battle of Long Tan in South Vietnam began over a few beers. Shortly after those beers Chris Gunn (a veteran of Whiskey 1 Company) and a small committee began to organise...

Veterans’ Affairs supports mosaic on women in wartime

Veterans’ Affairs has supported a student-led art piece at Tauranga Girls’ College representing the role of women in wartime. The project received $3,500 funding through its Commemorative...

Taskforce Kiwi reignites sense of purpose for veterans

Taskforce Kiwi has completed over 20,000 hours volunteering to support communities following disasters. However it does more than just benefit communities; it provides tangible benefits...

Update on support options for NZDF’s Afghanistan veterans

If you served in Afghanistan and are watching events unfolding there is support available if you are feeling mixed emotions about your service. We are proud of your service and the service that all...

Veterans' Support Act 2014 and Statement of Principles

Background Before the Veterans' Support Act 2014, we used the War Pensions Act 1954 The War Pensions Act 1954 outlined the services to be provided to veterans, and the payment of pensions for injury...

Minister announces boost for services to veterans and their families

Minister for Veterans Ron Mark has today announced additional funding to support the wellbeing of New Zealand’s veterans and their families. The funding will go towards health and wellbeing...

Clear communication pays off for Veterans’ Affairs

Veterans’ Affairs has been recognised for its focus on better communication by being named as a finalist in the Plain English Trust annual awards. The awards highlight excellence in the use of...

Pacific voyage a life changing experience for veteran

When Wayne Matthews’ case manager from Veterans’ Affairs told him of a sponsored sailing trip he seized the opportunity to step out of his own comfort zone. The sponsored trip aboard...

Update on the review of the operation of the Veterans’ Support Act

Professor Paterson presented his report on the Review of the operation of the Veterans’ Support Act to the Chief of Defence Force at the end of March. Professor Paterson was originally to report to...