As released yesterday the Government recognises the important role ex-service and community organisations play in supporting Defence personnel, veterans and families. 

Without our current enclosed bowling green and car parks the SKRSL will not be able to fulfill our mission as both a registered charity and Sub Branch, supporting Veterans and their families in their community. 

Media release - Veterans Prioritised in Federal Budget

Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister for Veterans' Affairs and Defence Personnel

"The Budget delivers on our election commitment to provide long-term benefits for Defence personnel, veterans and families, with significant investments including;

$46.7 million for 10 new Veterans’ and Families’ Hubs across the country, more than doubling the size of the existing network, providing critical services to veterans and families in areas with significant Defence and veteran communities.
$24 million to deliver the Veteran Employment Program, which will not only support veterans as they transition to civilian life, but also champion veteran employment by raising awareness of the skills and experience veterans have to offer the civilian workforce.
$4.7 million for the development of the Operation Navigator smartphone application to better support Australian Defence Force personnel as they transition to the civilian workforce.
$97.9 million for a $1,000 increase to annual Totally and Permanently Incapacitated TPI) payments, providing additional financial support to around 27,000 of our most vulnerable veterans.
$46.2 million to boost Defence personnel and veterans’ home ownership.
The Australian Government recognises the important role ex-service and community organisations play in supporting Defence personnel, veterans and families and the Budget commits $8.1 million to community focused programs that not only support, but pay tribute to the service and sacrifice of our veterans. These commitments include marking war graves, the Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway in Sydney and combating veteran homelessness in Darwin.

The Government is committed to providing practical services and supports to Defence personnel, veterans and families to ensure a better future for the veteran community."

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