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• You're invited to a re-dedication of the 34 veteran graves at Lake Alice Hospital

  A ceremony will be held next month to bless a number of previously unmarked graves of First and Second World War veterans who died while in the care of the old Lake Alice Psychiatric Hospital in the...

• Seeking applications for the C Company representative on the Ngarimu 28th (Māori) Battalion Scholarship Fund Board

  On behalf of the Board Chair, Hon Kelvin Davis, Associate Minister of Education, the Ministry of Education are seeking expressions of interest from people qualified for appointment to this Board. Due...

• Determined effort identifies Lake Alice hospital veterans' graves

  Plans are underway for a ceremony in the Rangitikei town of Marton to bless a number of previously unmarked graves of First and Second World War veterans who died while in the care of the old Lake...

• Our people, your Veterans’ Affairs—Alma Shaw

  VA News sat down to talk with Alma Shaw, a Policy Advisor here at Veterans’ Affairs. Can you describe a typical day at VA? Much of my work is demand driven. My official title is ‘Policy...

• The legacy of Tā (Bom) Gillies

  Tā Robert Nairn Gillies, affectionately known as Bom Gillies, was the last surviving member of the 28th (Maori) Battalion. He passed away surrounded by whānau on 7 November. Tā Bom Gillies was born...

• More entitlements and support for children of Jayforce and Mururoa veterans

  Veterans’ Affairs has moved to ensure access to more support for the children of Jayforce and Mururoa veterans. Nuclear radiation is a risk that New Zealand service people have been exposed to on...

• Changing of the guard at the RSA

  The RNZRSA has farewelled its National President BJ Clark QSM at their National Council held in Auckland in October. Former National President of the RNZRSA BJ has held the role of National President...

• Have a plan

  You'll need a plan for leaving the NZ Defence Force. Having a plan includes having achievable goals and measures for success. These will help you figure out what needs to be done and ensure you...

• Surviving Spouse or Partner Pension

  Who can get this You may be able to get a Surviving Spouse or Partner Pension if your spouse or partner has passed away. One of the these conditions must also be met: They had undertaken qualifying...

• Your skills by rank

  A civilian employer will most likely not know what skills each rank level has. It's important to explain what your rank means and how it can benefit their organisation. The following shows what the...