Students restore memory of forgotten heroes
Joe Szakacs MP Minister for Veterans' Affairs South Australian students from St Mary’s College have joined forces with The Headstone Project SA (HPSA) to ensure the sacrifices of South Australians who served in World War I are remembered. In a moving initiative, Year 9 students have worked with HPSA throughout the year to uncover the forgotten stories of those laid to [...]
Minister pays tribute in Southeast Asia
Joe Szakacs MP Minister for Veterans' Affairs Veterans’ Affairs Minister Joe Szakacs has visited the Malaysian National Monument in Kuala Lumpur, honouring those who lost their lives in pursuit of the country’s independence during the Second World War and the Malayan Emergency. Known as Tugu Negara, the National Monument is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made for peace and freedom. [...]
South Australians to unite in honour of Remembrance Day
South Australians will come together at services across the state on Tuesday 11 November, to commemorate Remembrance Day and honour all who have served, sacrificed and lost their lives in protecting our nation.
SA veteran community leaders shine at national awards
South Australian veteran-focused programs, researchers and organisations have been recognised on the national stage at the Veterans Emergency Services & Police Industry Institute of Australia (VESPIIA) Awards. Held on Friday 3 October in Perth as part of the inaugural VESPIIA Future Frontlines Conference 2025, the event brought together leaders, professionals and organisations from the veterans, emergency services and policing sectors [...]
Remembering Australian service personnel at the US National WWI Memorial
Joe Szakacs MP Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Veterans’ Affairs Minister Joe Szakacs has visited the National World War I Memorial in Washington DC, paying tribute to the nearly five million Americans who served in WWI and remembering the brave Australian service personnel who fought alongside them. Located near the White House in Pershing Park, the Memorial opened in 2021 to [...]
Apply now for Veterans SA grant funding
Veterans SA invites the South Australian community to apply for a share in $70,000 in grant funding to improve outcomes for veterans and honour their valued service to the nation. Applications are now open for the Capacity Building Grant Fund ($50,000 funding pool) and the Commemorative Services Grant Fund ($20,000 funding pool). Under the Capacity Building Grant Fund, individual grants [...]
Funding round opens to honour our military history
Ex-service organisations, community groups, schools and local councils can now apply for funding to support initiatives that honour the Anzac legacy and Australia’s military history. Applications for the 2025-26 round of the Anzac Day Commemoration Fund are now being accepted, with $100,000 available for eligible proposals. The 2024-25 grant round saw 18 projects across South Australia awarded a total of [...]
Funding delivered for Korean War memorial
The campaign for a dedicated state memorial to commemorate South Australians who served in the Korean War has received a significant boost, with the State Government committing $130,000 towards the project’s delivery. The funding will support planning and development stages, with three locations adjacent the Torrens Parade Ground and River Torrens identified as possible sites for the dedication. The commitment [...]
Veterans’ spouses program celebrates largest ever intake
Joe Szakacs MP Minister for Veterans’ Affairs A record number of Defence and veteran spouses have taken part in an eight-week program, which helps them overcome barriers to employment, boost their wellbeing and better connect with the community. Seventeen participants – more than double last year’s intake – took part in this year’s Cowork Coplay program, with all achieving goals [...]
Tribute to Australian veterans at Korean war memorial
Veterans’ Affairs Minister Joe Szakacs has paid tribute to Australian service personnel who lost their lives during the Korean War while at the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK) last week. During the 12 June visit, Minister Szakacs laid a wreath at the Australian Memorial, which commemorates our country’s contribution to the Korean War effort. Located in Busan, it [...]
Powerful finish to groundbreaking veterans’ program
Joe Szakacs MP Minister for Veterans’ Affairs A record 70 South Australian veterans have completed the Port Adelaide Football Club’s 2025 ADF Veterans Program – an innovative initiative that is transforming lives through the power of sport, connection and purpose. This year’s program was booked out within just three weeks – its fastest uptake ever – and ran across six [...]
Wrapping our arms around veterans’ families
Veterans’ families are being honoured today as part of a Malinauskas Labor Government initiative to recognise loved ones and community who stand beside those who defend our nation. Today marks the second Veterans’ Families Day in South Australia, and as we wrap our arms around veterans’ families, the MFS is wrapping one of their fire trucks in recognition of this [...]
