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20/05/2026

Doug Baird OAM losing travel funding to continue speaking about his son, Corporal Cameron Baird VC MG, is the wrong decision.

Doug’s work matters.

Not just to veterans, but to Australia.

For more than a decade he and his family have travelled the country sharing Cameron’s story. A story of courage, sacrifice, service, strength and mateship. The very values that helped shape this country.

These conversations matter because they remind Australians who we are at our best.

They unite people.

They remind young Australians that freedom, service and sacrifice are not abstract ideas. Real people carried that burden on behalf of the nation.

Of all the financial support our Federal Government provides, helping families like the Baird’s continue this work should be near the top of the list.

This funding should be immediately restored.

"Aspire To Inspire"

Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs Guy Barnett Gavin Pearce Matt Keogh Michael McCormack MP Anthony Albanese Angus Taylor MP Phillip Thompson OAM MP - Serving Our Community Luke Gosling MP Joel Fitzgibbon RSL Australia Commando Welfare Trust (Official Page)

18/05/2026

Applications for the Veteran Value of Experience workshop close this Friday, 22 May.

We still have spots available for veterans wanting to reconnect with the value of their service, reflect on their experiences, and spend time around other good people who understand it.

For more information or to apply:
[email protected]

The Veterans' & Families' Centre Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of Australia RSL Tasmania

Now Open: The Value of Experience Program Intake.

We are proud to announce the next intake of The Value of Experience: Lessons Earned Through Service—a program designed to help veterans recognise, translate, and build on the strengths gained through military service.

The Veterans' & Families' Centre , Burnie, Tasmania.
10th, 11th, 12th June 2026

Over three days, this program focuses on turning your service experience into real-world opportunities—because the skills you’ve earned don’t lose their value when the uniform comes off.

If you’ve transitioned/about to transition from service and find yourself asking yourself “what’s next?” , this program is built for you.
💡 Rediscover your strengths
💡 Gain clarity and direction
💡 Connect with others on a similar path
Expressions of interest are now open. Reach out via email to learn more and secure your place.

[email protected]

12/05/2026

We Will Remember Them

The Veterans’ & Families’ Centre extends our deepest condolences following the tragic death of Warrant Officer Class Two Lachlan Muddle during a parachuting training incident on 11 May 2026.

Today, our thoughts are with his family, loved ones, mates, and the wider Special Air Service Regiment, Defence, and veteran community as they navigate this heartbreaking loss. We also hold the injured soldier and their loved ones in our thoughts and wish them strength and recovery in the days ahead.

Military service carries risks that many outside the community never fully see. Behind every uniform is a family, a team, and a network of people who carry the weight of service together. Losses like this are felt deeply across the entire veteran and Defence community.

At times like these, we are reminded of the courage, dedication and sacrifice shown not only on operations, but also during the demanding training required to serve our country.

From all of us at The Veterans’ & Families’ Centre, we stand beside our Defence and veteran community and send our heartfelt support to all those affected.

If this news has impacted you or someone you know, support is available through Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling on 1800 011 046 or through Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Vale Warrant Officer Class Two Lachlan Muddle.

03/05/2026

Now Open: The Value of Experience Program Intake.

We are proud to announce the next intake of The Value of Experience: Lessons Earned Through Service—a program designed to help veterans recognise, translate, and build on the strengths gained through military service.

The Veterans' & Families' Centre , Burnie, Tasmania.
10th, 11th, 12th June 2026

Over three days, this program focuses on turning your service experience into real-world opportunities—because the skills you’ve earned don’t lose their value when the uniform comes off.

If you’ve transitioned/about to transition from service and find yourself asking yourself “what’s next?” , this program is built for you.
💡 Rediscover your strengths
💡 Gain clarity and direction
💡 Connect with others on a similar path
Expressions of interest are now open. Reach out via email to learn more and secure your place.

[email protected]

23/04/2026

It’s a wrap on the 2026 Point & Shoot - Australian Veteran Photography Exhibition - and what an incredible journey it’s been.

A heartfelt thank you to all the venues and viewers who supported the exhibition. Your enthusiasm and engagement have helped bring these powerful veteran stories to life.

We are proud to showcase work that encourages reflection of the service and sacrifice of the men and women who have served our nation.

The journey doesn’t end here. We’re now seeking new venues and communities to host future exhibitions. If you are interested in bringing the Point & Shoot to your venue, organisation or town, we’d love to hear from you.

Let’s continue sharing these stories together.

Hawthorn RSL Sub Branch Queanbeyan Veteran and Family Hub Oatley RSL Sub-Branch Lenah Valley RSL Anzac Memorial Maroochy RSL Wynyard RSL RSL Australia RSL Tasmania RSL Victoria Young Veterans Australia

20/04/2026

We Will Remember Them.

It’s an image that’s been shared widely over the years. But it’s the story behind it that gives it real weight.

"Whilst conducting night patrols out of FOB Locke, we spent the late afternoons relaxing, playing cricket. The sledging was ruthless.

“Bowl him a hand grenade!”
“Watch out, it explodes off a good length here!”
“Mine-d your step!”

Unfortunately, Sean McCarthy the photographer of this image was killed in action and the bowler, our interpreter, lost his legs only hours after this photo was taken."

We Will Remember Them.

Chora Valley, Afghanistan. 2008.

Photo and story provided by Harry Moffitt.

Dog Tag Whiskey stands for mateship, commemorating service, and remembering sacrifice. In the lead up to Anzac Day, we’ll continue sharing stories from the Point and Shoot — because it's the stories that matter.

19/04/2026

Now Open: The Value of Experience Program Intake.

We are proud to announce the next intake of The Value of Experience: Lessons Earned Through Service—a program designed to help veterans recognise, translate, and build on the strengths gained through military service.

The Veterans' & Families' Centre, Burnie, Tasmania.

10th, 11th, 12th June 2026

Over three days, this program focuses on turning your service experience into real-world opportunities—because the skills you’ve earned don’t lose their value when the uniform comes off.

If you’ve transitioned/about to transition from service and find yourself asking yourself “what’s next?” , this program is built for you.
💡 Rediscover your strengths
💡 Gain clarity and direction
💡 Connect with others on a similar path

Expressions of interest are now open. Reach out via email to learn more and secure your place.

[email protected]

Defence images taken by Bill Guthrie.

18/04/2026

We will remember them

The ADF suffered casualties that were unprecedented at the time.

We constructed a small memorial where we would conduct ceremonies to commemorate those we lost. These were the only moments we could get due to the high tempo of operations.
Although brief they were very meaningful.

Patrol Base Qudus, Baluchi Valley, Afghanistan, 2010

Photo Credit. Julian Hohnen

18/04/2026

We Will Remember Them

16/04/2026

Last day tomorrow with the Point and Shoot at Maroochy RSL.

Friday 17 April - 12 to 6pm.

Photos like this are exactly why we think it’s important to share the story behind them.

It’s often not until you understand the story that you can truly appreciate the service and sacrifice.

Photo and story kindly shared by Sean O’Loughlin.

“Being a part of the Operational Mentoring and Liaison Team saw us living amongst the Afghan Soldiers and local population. We knew the locals by name and were often invited for chai. On this patrol, the kids caught fish in the river and had prepared a feast within the space of 20-30 minutes.

My mate Nathaniel Gallagher “Gal” can be seen in the back of the photo, enjoying the break on patrol. Gal would be KIA on his next deployment back to Afghanistan.”

Baluchi Valley, Afghanistan, 2010

At Dog Tag Whiskey, we stand for mateship, acknowledging service, and remembering those who gave their all for Australia and our freedom.

Point Assist