Veterans SA is a South Australian Government agency that provides support to the veteran community and the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs.
Strategic Outlook
The 2021 – 2031 Veterans SA Strategic Outlook was launched in November 2021 following extensive consultation with the South Australian veteran community
Support Centres
There are a number of support centres facilitated by SA Health that are specifically for veterans and their families.
Sharing our stories
Learn more about the veteran community in South Australia and hear the personal stories that demonstrate how those who have served or have military experience are contributing to the wider South Australian community.
Veterans' Advisory Council
The Veterans Advisory Council (VAC) was established to promote the well-being of South Australian veterans and their families as well as provide advice to the state government about matters concerning the veteran community.
Programs
Veterans SA facilitates programs that have been developed to support and provide growth opportunities for the veteran community in South Australia.
Grants Programs
A number of state, federal and local government grants are available to veteran organisations for a variety of purposes.
We support the veteran community in South Australia
As the lead advocate across the South Australian Government on matters relating to veterans and their families, Veterans SA works with ex-service organisations, civic groups and the wider community to provide support to members of the community when and where it is needed most.
We envisage a strong, vibrant, well-supported and represented veteran community, inclusive of all generations that is understood and acknowledged by all South Australians.
Latest News
South Australians remember: 80 years since the end of World War II
The South Australian community and Veterans SA have marked 80 years since Australians celebrated the end of World War II in the Pacific. On 15 August 1945, Victory in the Pacific Day, Prime Minister Ben Chifley announced that Australia’s involvement [...]
Australian-first Vietnam War Memorial Walk opens
The Yorke Peninsula community has commemorated 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War with the launch of its new Vietnam War Memorial Walk. Officially opened at a community event attended by General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK [...]
Vale Sir Eric Neal: A devoted statesman and veteran advocate
Veterans SA is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Governor of South Australia and inaugural Chair of South Australia’s Veterans’ Advisory Council (VAC), Sir Eric James Neal, AC, CVO, KStJ, FTSE. Sir Eric was a prominent figure [...]
