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Two people at Stafford Open Arms office

Temporary closure for Stafford office

The office will be temporary closed due to maintenance. Once the works have been completed, a further update will be provided to confirm when the office will re-open.

Gary McKay with service medals

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.

Jan McCarthy whilst serving with a young boy

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.

Group Programs encourage people to work as a group.

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.

Roger Hogben and John Edwards

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.

Two soldiers conduct an exercise

‘Read a bloody book’ and boost your mental health

Dylan, a former Army Infantry Platoon Commander started the not-for-profit organisation "Brothers and Books" 5 years ago to encourage others to benefit from reading – just like he did.

Guy Hall, son of Vietnam Veteran, RAAF pilot and Our Vietnam author

Vietnam Veterans Honoured

Each year on August 18, Australia pauses to commemorate, acknowledge and honour the almost 60,000 Australians who served in the Vietnam War.

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A service founded by Vietnam Veterans, now for all veterans and families

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