Veteran and Family Wellbeing Agency Launches
Starting 1st July, the Albanese Government will introduce a $78 million agency dedicated to the wellbeing of veterans and their families. This move aims to tackle the ongoing challenges related to veteran support funding.
Addressing Key Recommendations
This initiative fulfills recommendation 87 from the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide. Situated within the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, the Veteran and Family Wellbeing Agency will address systemic issues affecting veterans’ wellbeing. The agency will implement recommendations 80, 81, and 86, which involve responsibility for veterans transitioning from the ADF, developing support programmes, and ensuring funding for Veterans’ and Families’ Hubs.
Operations will commence on 1st July, marking significant progress in implementing the Royal Commission’s recommendations. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, the Hon Matt Keogh MP, stated, “These funding arrangements will ensure continuity of support while the agency ramps up operations.”
Incorporating existing veteran support services is part of the agency’s establishment. Organisations such as Invictus Australia, Bravery Trust, and Kookaburra Kids will continue to receive financial support. The agency aims to provide a seamless transition of these services under its umbrella.
Hon Matt Keogh also highlighted the importance of maintaining vital support services for the veteran community across Australia. “The agency’s operations will enable expansion and ensure that veterans and their families receive the focused attention they deserve,” he added.
Additional details about the agency’s implementation and operational plans will soon be shared. The government remains committed to enhancing the wellbeing of veterans and their families as the agency prepares to launch.
Last updated: 29 June 2026, 11:58 am
