Remembering The Bombing Of Darwin 19th February 2009 - Views: 844 Attending a commemorative service in Darwin marking the 67 th anniversary, Minister Griffin said the bombing of Darwin had a huge impact on the psyche of the nation at the time, but hasn’t had the recognition it deserves in recent years.
Darwin Commemorates 67th Anniversary Of Bombing 18th February 2009 - Views: 866 More than 250 Australians were killed and hundreds more injured in the initial attacks on Darwin. Twenty military aircraft were destroyed, eight ships sunk and many more buildings destroyed, leaving Darwin in ruins.
Dunt Veteran Suicide Study Provided To Government 17th February 2009 - Views: 859 “The Government is committed to improving the mental health of current and ex-service men and women during and after their service careers,” Mr Griffin said.
Support For Veterans Affected By Queensland Floods 10th February 2009 - Views: 877 “The extensive and prolonged flooding across Queensland has affected the lives and property of many Queenslanders including veterans and their families. Many in the veteran community rely on DVA for advice and for those in need there is immediate support available,” Ms Stanley said.
Support For Veterans Hit By Victorian Bushfires 10th February 2009 - Views: 844 “The horrific bushfires across Victoria have devastated the lives of many Victorians including veterans and their families. Many in the veteran community rely on DVA for advice and for those in need there is immediate support available,” Mr O’Meara said.