News
From service to support: Three veteran experiences of Afghanistan, 25 years on
As Australia marks 25 years since it began its service in Afghanistan, veterans are reflecting on what the experience meant to them and the paths they have taken since returning home.
Special online event: SANE webinar with Veteran Family Commissioner
Please join Veteran Family Commissioner, Annabelle Wilson, for the upcoming SANE webinar on 6 May: You are not alone – Stories of recovery and resilience.
Our Stafford office to re-open on Monday 2 March
With maintenance works scheduled to be finished by the end of this week, the Open Arms Stafford office will re-open at 9am on 2 March.
Vietnam veteran Gary McKay and his battle with PTSD
The nightmares began for the Australian Army veteran, Military Cross recipient and author when he landed in a Vietnamese jail more than 30 years after surviving near fatal gunshot wounds during the Vietnam War.
Memorial honours contribution of Vietnam War nurses
A new Memorial in western Queensland honours both military and civilian nurses. This includes nurses like Jan McCarthy, who served in the Vietnam War.
Sign up for new online Stepping Out Program
Open Arms is now offering free online access to its 2-day Stepping Out group program as well as a 2-hour introductory program.
Finalist announcement: 2025 Prime Minister’s National Veteran Employment Awards
Minister for Veterans’ Affairs the Hon Matt Keogh MP has announced the finalists for the 2025 Prime Minister’s National Veteran Employment Awards.
The Awards celebrate veteran and partner employee success, recognise organisations that excel in recruiting and supporting veterans and partners in civilian workplaces, and highlight the collective impact of the veteran employment community nationwide.
Two friends on a mission to honour Vietnam Veterans
Two South Australian friends showed a whole lot of grit and determination to help create a lasting memorial to Australia’s Vietnam Veterans on the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia.