Media Contacts
Joanna Tsoukalas
Strategic Communications Manager
0403 124 556
08 8463 7147
joanna.tsoukalas@defencesa.com
Update to Partnerships Hub re-opening
Due to the current restrictions put in place across South Australia in an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the Partnerships Hub will not be re-opening today as previously advised and will remain closed until further notice. Veterans SA [...]
Delivering the Veterans SA Strategic Outlook
The Veterans SA Strategic Outlook outlines the commitment of our agency over the next 10 years to lay the foundations for a strong, vibrant, well-supported and represented veteran community in South Australia. We are pleased to share how our activities [...]
Census question to support veterans
Have you ever served in the Australian Defence Force? One week from today, Australians will for the first time be answering this question as part of the 2021 Census.
Torrens Training Depot storm water pipe diversion project
In 2019 the beautiful Drill Hall Jarrah parquetry floorboards were substantially damaged due to leaking storm water pipes. The original stormwater system included terracotta pipes running underneath the Drill Hall floor. Leaks in these pipes were the cause of the [...]
Torrens Training Depot Upgrades
Torrens Training Depot Drill Hall Amenities Upgrade Project The Department for Environment and Water (DEW) will shortly commencing an amenities upgrade project to enable the Premier’s vision for creating a busy hub for ex-service organisations at the Torrens Parade Ground. [...]
Royal Commission into Defence & Veteran Suicide formally announced
The Prime Minister has announced that the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide inquiry will be led by Mr Nick Kaldas APM, supported by the Hon James Douglas QC and Dr Peggy Brown AO. The Letters Patent and Terms [...]
Can you help us to locate World War Two veterans or their families?
Veterans SA is trying to reunite the portraits of World War Two veterans with their families following the success of the Wish Me Luck exhibition during the Anzac Centenary.
VALE – Douglas Leak
We are greatly saddened to hear of the recent passing of Douglas Raymond Leak, one of South Australia's few remaining World War 2 Bomber Command veterans.
Operation Unity Supporting OPK9
At present there are 30 puppies to be trained to assist our ADF veterans. Each puppy costs $30,000 to train, a total cost of $900,000. Here is the chance for ADF members and former military personnel to help their mates [...]
Department of Veterans’ Affairs – National Commissioner for Defence and Veteran Suicide Prevention
The Attorney-General’s Department has published further information on the National Commissioner for Defence and Veteran Suicide Prevention on their website. You can access this information through the links below. https://www.ag.gov.au/About/Pages/national-commissioner-defence-veteran-suicide-prevention.aspx https://www.ag.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx
Volunteer Organisations
Although we are all doing our best to social distance at this time, many organisations are still looking for assistance as they continue to provide services and support for our communities most vulnerable people. XMRC, Baptist Care and Vinnies are [...]
Adelaide University Veteran Scholarship Opportunity Announced
The University of Adelaide is pleased to be offering a full scholarship to study a Professional Certificate in Defence Industry Leadership. The program was designed in collaboration with the Defence Teaming Centre and addresses areas including ethics, networks, collaboration, complexity and change [...]
