VHA Blog

What inspired you to join the board and support veterans in this way? I have always been fascinated by war history and have long appreciated the considerable commitment and risk that members of our defence force make to the people of Australia. I always wanted to give something back to

One thing that rarely occurs to us is who the human behind the ‘homeless person’ might be. In a country that invests greatly in honouring those who served their country, it would never occur to us that the homeless person at our feet might be a veteran. With World Homeless

Throughout Australia’s military history, over 1.25 million people have served in the ADF Reserves (Army, Navy, Air Force). This collective name includes all of the ADF’s reserve units and refers to those who serve proudly alongside full-time defence force personnel when additional man (and woman) power is needed. The remarkable

Few symbols resonate as deeply with Australians as the humble Anzac biscuit. Crunchy, sweet, and made with care, these iconic biscuits have long been a culinary tribute to the brave individuals who served during World War One. But while they originated in 1915 as a simple care package snack for

With the state of the economy, the cost of living, and Australia’s housing crisis constantly in the news, the parts of the population that were already vulnerable – the homeless and those on the verge of it – are understandably anxious. Though homeless people are historically considered to be ‘only’

With Easter behind us, the nation once again prepares to turn its attention to ANZAC Day. It may be ‘just another day off’ for some, but for many April 25th is a day of deeply emotional remembrance and reflection. Initially born out of the tragic events that occurred on the

A lot of enjoyment comes from eating food with others and so when it comes to cooking for one, many of us can lose motivation to make the same effort with our meals. Now it isn’t just the social aspect of food that makes cooking for one challenging, it is

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is often misrepresented. For many, it brings to mind Hollywood-like flashbacks or battle-hardened veterans fighting inner demons. While these portrayals can have elements of truth, they only scratch the surface of what PTSD truly involves. Misconceptions lead to stigma, making it harder for individuals to seek

The Irish are widely considered to be the only country with the majority of its population living outside its borders. This goes some way to explain why St Patrick’s Day is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. Irish people were among the first migrants to Australia