Soldier On Australia

Soldier On Australia Proudly supporting current and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members, as well as their families

From psychology services, to coffee catch-ups, education seminars, employment opportunities, activities and events, Soldier On is here to support the ADF community. Visit our website to see the full range of services available! https://soldieron.org.au/

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How’s that for a team shot! 👏🇦🇺We’re still on a high from last week’s Soldier On x Invictus Australia partnership launch...
03/09/2026

How’s that for a team shot! 👏🇦🇺

We’re still on a high from last week’s Soldier On x Invictus Australia partnership launch, announced onboard HMAS Canberra in Sydney.

It was a privilege to bring our teams and leaders from across Defence, government, the veteran sector and corporate community together to mark this important partnership.

By combining our strengths, we’re creating stronger connections, broader opportunities and clearer pathways for veterans and their families.

And we’re only just getting started.

Feeling stuck? Let’s build some momentum. 💪Join us on 16 September at 6:30pm AEST for the final session in our four-part...
01/09/2026

Feeling stuck? Let’s build some momentum. 💪

Join us on 16 September at 6:30pm AEST for the final session in our four-part Learning & Development series: Sustaining Motivation and Momentum.

In this practical 90-minute workshop, veteran and learning specialist Rob Hills will explore the psychology of motivation, growth mindset and practical ways to build habits and systems that keep you moving when motivation or willpower runs low.
You’ll work through common barriers like inertia and burnout and leave with a practical plan to build and sustain your momentum.

🎯 Open to: Veterans, serving members and their families
💻 Online | 6:30pm AEST
➡️ Register your interest:
https://soldieron.org.au/event/learning-and-development-sessions/

Stronger outcomes for veterans and families depend on organisations working together, connecting different forms of supp...
31/08/2026

Stronger outcomes for veterans and families depend on organisations working together, connecting different forms of support and making it easier for people to find the opportunities that are right for them.

That was the focus of a new partnership announced on Friday between Soldier On and Invictus Australia.

Formally marked onboard HMAS Canberra in Sydney, the partnership brings together two organisations with complementary strengths, enabling them to share reach, programs, events and resources to better support the Defence community.

The announcement was hosted by Ally Langdon and brought together leaders from across Defence, government, the veteran sector and corporate community, including General the Honourable David Hurley AC CVO DSC (Retd), Founding Patron of Soldier On, General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK AC (Mil) CVO MC (Retd), Patron of Invictus Australia and Sarah Watson, Soldier On Ambassador and Invictus Games alumna.

Soldier On CEO Paul Singer CVO Singer and Invictus Australia CEO Michael Hartung formally signed the Memorandum of Understanding on the day.

By combining our strengths, Soldier On and Invictus Australia are creating clearer pathways and broader support for veterans and their families. Genuine collaboration across our sector ensures those who served have every opportunity to thrive beyond service.

📍 Darwin - got plans tomorrow morning? Join us for yoga! 🧘Take some time for yourself with a gentle session designed to ...
28/08/2026

📍 Darwin - got plans tomorrow morning? Join us for yoga! 🧘

Take some time for yourself with a gentle session designed to support wellbeing, movement and relaxation. Open to current and ex-serving veterans and their families, with all experience levels welcome.

Thanks to our partnership with Ahvana, weekly sessions are free for the Defence community.

Come along, unwind and connect. Register below: 👇
https://soldieron.org.au/event/gentle-flow-restore-yoga/

Adventure awaits on the Newcastle coast 🎣🌊Over the past month, veterans, serving members and their families have been ge...
27/08/2026

Adventure awaits on the Newcastle coast 🎣🌊

Over the past month, veterans, serving members and their families have been getting up early for a series of beach fishing adventures through Soldier On’s Reel and Wave Wellness Program, funded by the Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs.

Each session begins with a 4WD along the sand to find the best fishing spots, followed by guidance from experienced local instructors on reading the beach, collecting bait, rigging rods, identifying target species and even scaling and cleaning the catch to take home for dinner.

And there’s plenty more fun to be had! From school holiday surfing lessons for kids, to fishing at The Entrance and Stockton, and adult surfing sessions at Umina and One Mile Beach, there are plenty of opportunities to get outdoors, try something new and connect with others across the Defence community.

Explore what’s coming up and find an activity near you: 👇
https://soldieron.org.au/updates/more-than-a-day-at-the-beach-soldier-on-activities-bring-veterans-and-families-together/

Brigadier Ian Errington: a life of service, challenge and curiosity 💪For Ian, leaving the Australian Army after 38 years...
24/08/2026

Brigadier Ian Errington: a life of service, challenge and curiosity 💪

For Ian, leaving the Australian Army after 38 years was not an end point - it was the beginning of a new chapter shaped by curiosity, challenge and a continued commitment to serving others.

From senior leadership and operational deployments across the globe, to trekking the Kokoda Track, walking the Camino and kayaking 2,356 kilometres of the Murray River to support veterans’ organisations, Ian has continued to seek out new challenges while giving back to the community that has shaped his life.

Today, as a Soldier On Ambassador, Ian brings that wealth of experience, perspective and curiosity to supporting veterans and their families. His story is a reminder that life beyond service can hold new challenges, new purpose and new opportunities to make a difference.

Read Ian’s full story:
https://soldieron.org.au/updates/brigadier-ian-errington-a-life-of-service-challenge-and-curiosity/

Service Stream: Championing Veteran Connection 🙌Through our valued corporate partnerships, we’re able to create meaningf...
21/08/2026

Service Stream: Championing Veteran Connection 🙌

Through our valued corporate partnerships, we’re able to create meaningful opportunities for veterans and their families to connect.

Service Stream understands that supporting veterans goes beyond the workplace - it’s about investing in the connections, community and sense of belonging that help veterans and families thrive beyond service.

From a special dinner in South Australia with Brigadier Mick Burgess, to a community lunch in the Northern Territory featuring LTCOL Peter Zimmerman, these events created space for meaningful conversations, shared experiences, and the strong sense of camaraderie that sits at the heart of our Defence community.

We’re incredibly grateful to Service Stream for helping us create these moments of connection across the country, and for their ongoing commitment to supporting veterans and their families beyond service.

Read the full story and discover the impact of partnership in action: https://soldieron.org.au/updates/service-stream-helps-strengthen-veteran-connections/

Opening New Pathways Through Education & Training 🎓For veterans and Defence families, the next chapter can take many for...
20/08/2026

Opening New Pathways Through Education & Training 🎓

For veterans and Defence families, the next chapter can take many forms - from further study and professional development to retraining or exploring an entirely new career.

Through our Career & Education Program and valued network of education, training and industry partners, Soldier On is connecting participants with opportunities to build skills, gain qualifications and take their next step with confidence.

From scholarships through CQUniversity Australia, University of Canberra, The Eighth Mile Consulting, AIPM, and UNSW to opportunities in cyber, technology, national security and hands-on barista training, there are pathways available across a diverse range of industries.

These opportunities reflect the impact of strong partnerships in creating practical pathways for veterans and families to learn, grow and build their futures beyond service.

👉 Explore the latest scholarships, training opportunities and career pathways available to Soldier On participants: https://soldieron.org.au/updates/scholarships-training-and-new-career-pathways-open-to-soldier-on-participants/

Need a little career guidance? Start with a conversation. 💬Places are now open for Soldier On’s Micro-Mentoring Program ...
18/08/2026

Need a little career guidance? Start with a conversation. 💬

Places are now open for Soldier On’s Micro-Mentoring Program - connecting veterans, serving members and their families with experienced career and industry professionals for one-off, 45-minute mentoring sessions.

Whether you’re exploring a new career path, looking for advice or working towards your next goal, micro-mentoring is a flexible way to get practical, personalised insight without the commitment of a traditional mentoring program.

Use it as a standalone session or as a stepping stone into Soldier On’s 18-week mentoring program.

Find out more and register your interest: https://soldieron.org.au/supporting-you/learning-and-education/pathways-mentoring/

18/08/2026

🎓 $5,000 Certa Cito Foundation Veteran Scholarship

Applications are now open for the Certa Cito Foundation Veteran Scholarship, supporting transitioning ADF and Signals Community members to access education and training opportunities to upskill or re-qualify.

The $5,000 scholarship is designed to support those who have experienced hardship on their path to employment.

If this opportunity could support your next step beyond service, find out more and apply via AVCAT - Australian Veterans' Children Assistance Trust. 👇

Learn more & apply: https://avcat.org.au/scholarships/veteran-scholarships/

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