Veterans SA

🌟 Nominations are now open for the 2026 Prime Minister's National Veteran Employment Awards!

These awards recognise the outstanding contribution veterans and partners make to Australia’s workforce, and the employers who create opportunities for them to succeed.

This year’s theme, ‘Success Beyond Service’, highlights how veterans’ and partners’ skills continue to strengthen Australian workplaces across all industries.

📅 Submit your nomination by Friday 31 July ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Q8xlMw

Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs

Veterans SA was pleased to attend the inaugural Northern Adelaide Defence Industry Networking Series event hosted by the City of Playford last week.

The event brought together representatives from defence industry, government, and the broader sector to strengthen connections, share insights, and explore opportunities across South Australia's growing defence ecosystem.

Thank you to the City of Playford and all presenters for facilitating an engaging evening of discussion and networking. Veterans SA values opportunities to connect with industry and stakeholders who support employment, transition, and broader opportunities for current and former ADF personnel.

When the Veterans SA team hit the road last month, not only did they attend the UniHub Spencer Gulf Roadshow to highlight the value of veterans in the workforce; they also spent time visiting local veterans, RSLs and sites in the regions.

Many valuable and insightful conversations were had, a few tours taken, work by community organisations shown off, and reflective time was spent acknowledging the strength of South Australia's veteran community.

📸 Pictured here are just a few highlight snaps, including a visit to the Port Pirie RSL and Military History museum , Port Lincoln RSL Memorial Garden where the team spent some peaceful time honouring those laid to rest. You'll also see some photos of the murals at the Port Lincoln RSL that were recipients of the Anzac Day Commemoration Fund for the 80th Anniversary of the End of WWII: 'The Mother's Journey' and 'The Railway Place'.

We can't wait to get out on the road again and hope to see you all soon. 👋

📢 Partners of current and former ADF members! Don't miss the next Careers and Conversations event on Monday 22 June 2026.

Held monthly, these sessions create space for real conversations, providing a great opportunity to network, explore different career paths and learn about local community support services.

⏰ 10:00am – 11:30am
📍 The Hub, Level 3, Northern Adelaide Veterans' & Families' Wellbeing Hub (Elizabeth Vale)
☕ Coffee and afternoon tea provided
👶 Kids welcome

Secure your free tickets now ➡ https://bit.ly/4qTPxWT

Human Quotient

⏰ There’s still time to get involved in the Skills to Industry Program!

Held in partnership with Veterans SA, Aimpoint, Military and Emergency Services Health Australia, and the City of Playford, this fully funded program supports current and former serving ADF personnel to translate their experience into meaningful civilian career opportunities.

Participants will gain a Diploma of Project Management plus targeted coaching, workshops and networking.

📅 15 June – 3 July 2026
📍 Stretton Centre, Munno Para

Apply via email 📧 [email protected]

Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4xgqJw4

Anita’s journey from Australian Army officer to working in South Australia's defence industry shows what’s possible after service.

From leading amphibious operations to supporting Australia’s sovereign capability at ASC, her story highlights the leadership, resilience and adaptability veterans bring to the civilian workforce.

For veterans considering their next step, Anita’s experience is a powerful reminder that your skills, purpose and value don’t disappear – they translate.

Read her story 👉 https://bit.ly/49xRZfp

What a week we've had on the road! 👏🛣️

A huge thank you to those who visited our team as we travelled to Kadina, Port Pirie, Port Augusta, Whyalla and Port Lincoln for the Uni Hub Spencer Gulf Career Roadshow.

It was inspiring to see so many South Australians exploring career pathways and training opportunities across a variety of industries. As always, the Roadshow offered an insightful array of hands-on experiences, direct conversations with employers and training providers, and valuable insights of both local and national opportunities tailored to the local communities.

We look forward to seeing you all again soon. 👋

Are you in Port Lincoln tomorrow? Are you ready to learn more about local career and employment opportunities?

Be sure to visit the Veterans SA team at the Uni Hub Spencer Gulf Career Roadshow tomorrow from 9.30am to 4.30pm. 🤩

More info can be found via the post below. 👇

A friendly reminder that Veterans SA is hitting the road! 🚗🛣️

Join us at the Uni Hub Spencer Gulf Career Roadshow over the next two weeks to discover your future self. Spanning five key locations, the event is the ideal opoprtunity to explore the career pathways and programs available to the veteran community in South Australia.

📍 Kadina: 20 May
📍 Port Pirie: 21 May
📍 Port Augusta: 27 May
📍 Whyalla: 28 May
📍 Port Lincoln: 2 June

Find out more and register for these free events today. 👉 https://bit.ly/3OXRWCA

Veterans SA is a proud sponsor of this event.

Today, we honour the courage and sacrifice of Australians who served in Bomber Command during WWII.

From 1941, increasing numbers of Australians joined Bomber Command in Britain, flying missions deep into enemy territory as part of the Allied bombing offensive.

They served in both Royal Australian Air Force and Royal Air Force squadrons, often in multinational crews, taking part in major operations against German cities and industrial centres. These missions were among the most dangerous of the war.

Around 10,000 Australians served with Bomber Command and nearly 4,000 lost their lives in what became one of Australia’s costliest air campaigns of the war.

Learn more. 👉 https://bit.ly/4x21P32

📸: Group portrait of Australian air crew and ground staff at Lancaster Heavy Bomber No. 460 Squadron RAAF with Bomber Command at RAF Station Binbrook. Australian War Memorial.

This National Reconciliation Week, you’re invited to attend the 2026 Aboriginal Veterans’ Commemorative Service to acknowledge and honour all First Nations people who have served.

📅 Friday 29 May 2026
⏰ From 10.30am
📍Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander War Memorial, Torrens Parade Grounds, Victoria Drive

Veterans SA will proudly stand in respect and reflection, supporting this important commemoration that ensures the stories of local heroes are remembered and shared.

Lest we forget.

Learn more about National Reconciliation Week 👉 https://bit.ly/3UVMrDc

The 2026 Aboriginal Veterans' Commemorative Service will be held at 10:30am on Friday 29th May at the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander War Memorial, Torrens Parade Ground, Victoria Drive, Adelaide. Veterans, ADF members, families and public are welcome to attend.

More information: [email protected]