Aug 27, 2025 | Latest News
The Albanese Government has been challenged to deliver a fully independent Defence and Veterans Services Commissioner (DVSC) to win the trust of the veteran community. Shadow Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Darren Chester is supporting calls from RSL Australia...
Aug 18, 2025 | Latest News
Australia pauses today to honour the service, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of the more than 60,000 Australians who served during the Vietnam War. Observed annually on 18 August, Vietnam Veterans Day holds deep significance; it marks the anniversary of the Battle of...
Jul 10, 2025 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland and Shadow Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Darren Chester says he is looking forward to working closely with the Returned and Services League (RSL) to ensure veterans and their families are recognised and properly supported when they...
Apr 16, 2025 | Latest News
The major refurbishment of the Gippsland Veterans Welfare Centre is practically complete, with just the finishing touches remaining before local veterans can enjoy the full benefits of this much-needed project, according to Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester....
Sep 12, 2024 | Latest News
I welcome the conclusion of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide, which was initiated when I was Minister for Veterans’ Affairs. I have enormous respect for the men and women who continue to keep us safe in a challenging world, and I will carefully...
