Veterans SA is a South Australian Government agency that provides support to the veteran community and the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs.
Strategic Outlook
The 2021 – 2031 Veterans SA Strategic Outlook was launched in November 2021 following extensive consultation with the South Australian veteran community
Support Centres
There are a number of support centres facilitated by SA Health that are specifically for veterans and their families.
Sharing our stories
Learn more about the veteran community in South Australia and hear the personal stories that demonstrate how those who have served or have military experience are contributing to the wider South Australian community.
Veterans' Advisory Council
The Veterans Advisory Council (VAC) was established to promote the well-being of South Australian veterans and their families as well as provide advice to the state government about matters concerning the veteran community.
Programs
Veterans SA facilitates programs that have been developed to support and provide growth opportunities for the veteran community in South Australia.
Grants Programs
A number of state, federal and local government grants are available to veteran organisations for a variety of purposes.
We support the veteran community in South Australia
As the lead advocate across the South Australian Government on matters relating to veterans and their families, Veterans SA works with ex-service organisations, civic groups and the wider community to provide support to members of the community when and where it is needed most.
We envisage a strong, vibrant, well-supported and represented veteran community, inclusive of all generations that is understood and acknowledged by all South Australians.
Latest News
Veterans SA grant to boost AFL-first veteran program
The Port Adelaide Australian Defence Force (ADF) Veterans Program is back for another year and Veterans SA has announced a $240,000 grant to support the continuation and expansion of the program over the next four years. The South Australian Government [...]
Funding boost to power AFL-first veteran program
Geoff Brock MP Minister for Veterans Affairs The State Government has teamed up with the Port Adelaide Football Club to support an AFL-first program helping South Australian veterans to discover a new sense of purpose and community connection post-service. Port [...]
Mentor program empowering veterans to forge career success
Geoff Brock MP Minister for Veterans Affairs A mentoring program that connects veteran community members with business leaders to help them achieve career success is now open, providing a pathway for Defence personnel and their partners to work towards their [...]