The Victorian Government is investing in heavily in supporting veterans and their families in its bid to make Victoria the desitination state for veterans.

AVN.Live panel discussion with Mark Schroffel, Bill Westhead, and Eamon Hale on the news and events surrounding the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicides.

RSL Qld President Stephen Day DSC AM and CEO Robert Skoda discuss the strategic issues and leadership challenges facing the RSL movement. Day outlines his leadership approach and offers strategic insights on what's needed for the RSL to achieve its "noble purpose".

Update on key initiatives from the team at RSL NSW and RSL LifeCare. Featuring: Ray James OAM, President RSL NSW Jon Black, CEO RSL NSW Nicki Young, General Manager Veteran Services RSL LifeCare

Author of the critically acclaimed book “Which Way Is Your Claymore Facing? An Operational Manual for Veterans Adjusting to Civilian Life” Barry will share his experiences about transitioning back into Civilian Life after his deployment in the Rhodesian Bush War. Barry’s book is based on his experiences and challenges as a veteran and a man. It embodies years of exposure to neuroscience principles and brain- and body-based wisdom which he’ll share during this must-see event. Using military operational terms to explain relevant concepts, Barry will also provide personal insights about the lessons learnt navigating his way through a variety of life challenges.

Greg Melick discusses the challenges faced by RSL and responds to criticism of RSL's role in supporting the National Commissioner for Veteran Suicide Prevention and its initial opposition to a royal commission. He also outlines the urgent need for Australia to fulfill its moral obligation in processing humanitarian visas for Afghan interpreters and contractors who supported Australian operations in Afghanistan.

Minister Leane updates AVN on several key issues, including the progress of employment initiatives for veterans and Victoria's terms of reference submission for the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicides. He also offers his reflections on ANZAC Day 2021, highlighting the extraordinary efforts of volunteers and ESOs across the state.

Senator Jacqui Lambie updates @AVNHQ on her recent efforts in Townsville to listen to the veteran community and echo the overwhelming support being expressed for a Royal Commission.