The Returned & Services League of Australia

The national voice for service men and women since 1916, advocating for their rights and welfare and leading the nation in remembering those who've served. Lest we forget.

 

 149,000+ Members

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1,095 Sub-Branches

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    RSL Membership

    Belong to the RSL and get involved in Australia’s largest veteran community.  The RSL welcomes new members and encourages you to belong to the RSL family. 

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  • Veteran Support and Services

    Throughout Australia, the RSL provides a broad range of programs and services to improve the lives of current and former ADF members and their families.

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  • RSL Active

    Events and activities for the veteran community. Connect with other veterans, improve physical and mental well-being and enhance your support circle.

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    RSL Scholarships

    RSL Australia provides scholarships for children and grandchildren of Australian veterans. 

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CONNECT WITH YOUR STATE BRANCH

RSL Australia is a federation of its independent State Branches, which in turn are comprised of Districts and Sub-branches.

RSL State Branches and Sub-Branches deliver a broad range of programs and services to support current and former ADF members and their families.

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Middle East Area of Operations (MEAO) Scoping Study  

This groundbreaking study will examine the experiences and needs of contemporary veterans and their families to ensure that they are provided with the support and services they require and deserve. 

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Project Update: RSL’s Middle East Scoping Study Underway

Late last year, RSL Australia announced a ground-breaking initiative to assess the impacts on Australian veterans of service in our armed forces between 2002 and 2021, particularly in Afghanistan and Iraq.  

The RSL has already received its first progress report from the research consortium that shows the project is progressing well and is on time. 

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A Guide to Wearing Medals on Commemorative Occasions.

The RSL is often asked about the correct protocols for wearing medals and we hope this guide will support those who have earned medals, and those who are wearing them in memory, to wear their medals proudly to honour our veterans and remember those who have served. This article serves as a general guide and is not a strict set of rules.

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Support for Veteran Compensation Entitlements Legislation Welcomed

The RSL welcomes the passing of the Veterans’ Entitlements, Treatment and Support (Simplification and Harmonisation) Bill 2024 to simplify veteran compensation and entitlements. This is a massive step forward in supporting our veterans and their families. The new legislation consolidates complex processes, making it easier to access vital support.

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Job Vacancy: Executive Secretariat Officer

RSL Australia is seeking an experienced Executive Secretariat Officer to join our team in the national office in Canberra.

Applicants must have a minimum of 4 years of administrative experience, proven excellence in verbal and written communication, great attention to detail and be a highly collaborative and inclusive team player.

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