Media Releases

RSL Australia Expresses Broad Support for New Veterans’ Entitlements Bill

The Returned & Services League of Australia (RSL) has given its broad support to the Government’s Veterans’ Entitlements Bill (Veterans' entitlements, treatments and support (simplification and harmonisation) Bill 2024) which is currently before the parliament.

A Federal Budget that invests in veterans and their families is a sound investment for all Australians

The Returned & Services League of Australia (RSL) is calling on the Australian Government to include important measures in the 2024-25 Federal Budget. Read more here.

RSL Victoria Pays Tribute to US Marines Following Osprey Crash

RSL Victoria offers its sincere condolences following the deaths of the three United States Marines after the crash of an Osprey aircraft at Melville Island.

RSL Australia Calls for Establishment of National Office and Commissioner for Veteran Wellbeing

RSL Australia has called for the establishment of a National Office for Defence and Veteran Wellbeing headed by an Independent Commissioner, supported by a cross-organisational Advisory Group.

Hub home to new program

Veterans and families are the latest to benefit from Wodonga TAFE’s Remedial Massage and Massage Therapy program, with students setting up their newest clinic at the Veterans & Families Hub Wodonga in Honour of Tim Fischer AC

RSL Victoria supports gaming Harm Minimisation

RSL Victoria acknowledges the range of reforms announced by the Victorian Government on 16 July that aim to reduce gambling-related harm.

Public Commentary regarding the North-Balwyn RSL Sub-Branch addressed

The former North-Balwyn RSL Sub-Branch has been the subject of much media speculation. However, two recent articles from the Herald Sun have told only a fraction of the story.

Human toll of veteran homelessness revealed: Economic costs to top $4.6 billion in next 30 years

A ground-breaking report commissioned by not-for-profit body Housing All Australians (HAA) has revealed the alarming extent of veterans’ homelessness in Australia.

Brereton Report and Potential Citation Removal Response

The wellbeing of veterans impacted by the potential termination of decorations for service in Afghanistan must be the top-priority, says RSL Victoria.

ESO sector continues its push to establish peak body to support veterans

Media release | On Tuesday, 30 May, representatives from more than 20 ex-service organisations will come together in Sydney for the second National Forum for Ex-Service Organisations.

The 2023-24 Victorian State Budget's $42 million Victorian Veterans Card pledge

The Victorian State Government has pledged $42 million dollars for a Veterans Card, but funding commitments towards ensuring the mental and physical wellbeing of veterans and their families are needed.

RSL Australia Congratulates His Majesty King Charles III on his Historic Coronation

The Returned & Services League of Australia (RSL) has congratulated His Majesty King Charles III on his Coronation in London’s Westminster Abbey.

RSL Australia Calls For More Veteran Support in Next Week’s Federal Budget

The Returned & Services League of Australia (RSLA) says next week’s Federal Budget must include initiatives that improve the lives of the nation’s veterans and their families, and funding to address inequities and barriers that continue to be experienced by the veteran community.

ANZAC Day Dawn Service Melbourne 2023

40,000 Victorians roused before daylight to pay their respects to current and past servicemen and servicewomen, converging on the Shrine of Remembrance for the Dawn Service.

MEDIA REGISTRATION FOR ANZAC DAY

Accredited media are required to apply using the linked form for attendance on ANZAC Day, April 25 2023.

Ex-Service Organisations Repeat Call for Extension of Health Care to Defence Reservists

Leading ex-service organisations, including the Returned & Services League of Australia, have repeated their call for the Federal Government to extend Non-Liability Health Care for all Defence Reservists.

RSL AUSTRALIA WELCOMES GOVERNMENT’S PROPOSED REFORM OF VETERAN ENTITLEMENT LEGISLATION

The Returned & Services League of Australiahas hailed the Federal Government’s intention announced today, to simplify legislation governing Veterans’ compensation, rehabilitation, and other entitlements as long overdue.

RSL Australia Outlines Budget Wins for Government to Improve Veteran Healthcare and Address Royal Commission Outcomes

The Returned and Services League of Australia (RSLA) is calling on the Australian Government to use the 2023-24 Budgetary process to better support the health and wellbeing of veterans and their families.

RSL Australia Undertaking Extensive Research to Formulate Future Strategy and Serve Veterans

RSLA is conducting extensive research, including inviting input from its national membership, non-member veterans, and interested parties to help shape its future direction and enable it to better serve veterans and their families.

RSL Australia Media Release: RSL Australia Welcomes Budget Funding for Veterans

RSL Australia has welcomed the support for veterans announced in the Federal Government's budget delivered this week.

RSL Victoria Calls for Acute Mental Health Facility for Veterans as State Election Looms 

RSL Victoria is calling on the government to commit to making greater mental health services and support available to Victoria veterans.

RSL Australia Media Release: Greg Melick Re-Elected RSL Australia President

Senior Counsel and retired Army Reserve Officer Greg Melick has been re-elected as National President of the Returned & Services League of Australia.

A Message From Royal Commonwealth Ex-Services League Following The Passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

The Royal Commonwealth Ex-Services League has shared a message following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Valé Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

A message from RSL Victoria State President Dr Robert Webster OAM.

Acknowledgement and recommendations

Acknowledgement and support for the recommendations, RSL Victoria’s response to the Interim Report from the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide.

Reflection and apology

RSL Victoria shares a statement of reflection and apology

107 years of the RSL Victoria's Annual Conference

Collaboration and connection on show at RSL Victoria's 107th Annual Conference

Victorians Return to Melbourne for ANZAC Day Commemorations

Thousands of people joined today’s Anzac Day Dawn Service at the Shrine in an expression of mass gratitude for the men and women of the Australian and New Zealand Defence Forces.

Site selected for the Tim Fischer Veterans and their Families Wellbeing Centre in Wodonga

RSL Victoria has purchased 149 High Street, Wodonga. The site will become the Tim Fischer Veterans and their Families Wellbeing Centre after renovations are completed in 2022.

Hear us: RSL Victoria urges Royal Commission to be a force for change

RSL Victoria welcomes the commencement of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide (The Royal Commission)

RSL poppies now available at Woolworths and Officeworks stores

RSL poppies are now available for purchase at all Woolworths and Officeworks stores across Victoria.

THE SHRINE OF REMEMBRANCE IS SACRED, IT IS NOT A PLACE OF PROTEST

It is RSL Victoria’s position that Melbourne’s Shrine of Remembrance is a sacred place, of critical importance to the current and ex-service members of our community