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WHAT WE DO

We have over forty years' experience assisting with claims in all of the Military Compensation schemes, by our fully qualified, compassionate, highly skilled, Compensation Advocates, Pension and Wellbeing Officers.

We represent veterans of all conflicts from World War II to Afghanistan, including Peacekeeping and Peacemaking Missions. We also assist War Widows/ers, your family, and our Allies.

If any claim, or part thereof, is unreasonably rejected, our qualified Advocates will prepare an appeal to the Veterans Review Board, (VRB), and assist you through the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes.

Should an appeal via the ADR and VRB fail, we can arrange legal representation and legal aid for Administrative Appeals Tribunal, (AAT), hearings.

Our qualified Compensation Advocates, Pension and Welfare officers, are situated throughout New South Wales, near most major centers, and our Outreach Programs reach most remote areas.

Never give up. Our success rates are extremely high, and all services are provided totally free of any charges, or expense to our clients.

Neither is there any obligation to join our Federation although you would be welcome to become a member.

Many younger service personnel now use our practitioners for advice concerning DVA claims.

HOW WE DO IT

We rely on several resources that keep our doors open and accessible to those who require our specialist skills. As well as government and club grants, we rely on membership fees, donations, raffle ticket, and merchandise sales.

All Advocates have accredited DVA skill sets gained through the ADTD Program, which includes regular forums to upgrade and further their skills.

Donations are always welcome and empower the Donor to help us in many ways. HQ and our Sub-Branches always have projects and programs, or training courses, on hold, awaiting funding, that will help us to provide a means of administering toward aiding veterans. It could be for new office equipment, updating technology, or this weeks rent. See the "Donate" button above.

Whatever the cause your valued donation would be appreciated and you can now make a donation through our on-line shop.

Fundraising through Raffle Tickets sales allow us to provide 3 scholarships for children and grandchildren of veterans each year. Buying a ticket will ensure the scholarships continue.

Purchasing merchandise through our on-line shop, or by phoning through an order or by visiting your nearest sub branch, will make a difference, and your assistance is always welcome.

MEMBERSHIP

Membership to our organisation is currently $30.00 per annum, for the period 1 January to 31 December each year. Multiple year memberships are available, although a new membership numbered card is issued each year. You will receive a copy of our "Newsletter" 3 times a year, each March, July and December.

You must be a financial member, and renewed by the end of March each year to ensure you continue membership, and to obtain all 3 issues of the Newsletter.

Each as an individual is ineffective when lobbying governments for change, or to amend an injustice. Together as an organisation, with a strong membership we are able to, and have done, improve pathways for better treatment of veterans, and those still serving.

We survive as an organisation on the strength of our membership, and even if you have won the battle with Veterans Affairs (DVA), there is always the risk of changes in Government policy which may erode benefits and pensions or changes to eligibility entitlements.

We encourage membership from all who support our objectives, veterans, service and ex-service members, as well as war-widows and their families. You don't have to be in the ADF or an ex-member of the Australian Defence Forces (ADF). In most instances, anyone may join our organisation, with few exceptions, so why not enquire today.

You will find access to Membership Application Forms on our Branches page.