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Veteran

Information about the support available for Veterans.

The term 'veteran' has a particular meaning under the veterans' entitlements legislation.

In general, a veteran is anyone who has ever served in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) including those who are still serving.

If you were injured as a result of your service, you may be able to apply for compensation depending on the type of injury or impairment.

For more information, see Compensation claims on the Department of Veterans’ Affairs website. 

If you are a veteran, you can get help from an advocate. 

The Legal Aid NSW Veterans' Advocacy Service can help veterans with a range of legal issues including entitlements with the Department of Veterans' Affairs.

You can also  Find an advocate on the Department of Veterans’ Affairs website.

Ways to get help

Veterans' Advocacy Service

The Legal Aid NSW Veterans' Advocacy Service can help veterans and their dependants with advice, assistance and representation.

Defence & Veterans Legal Service

The Defence and Veterans Legal Service provides free, independent legal support to share your experiences with the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide.

Resources

Have you served in the military?

The Veteran's Advocacy Service is a specialist service at Legal Aid NSW giving free help to military veterans and their families.

Veterans' Advocacy Service

This brochure explains how Legal Aid NSW can assist veterans and their dependents with free advice, assistance applying for claims, and legal representation.