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Inside this edition: Serving On Update Education Family ties Many of our veterans need our help and Saab Australia is proud to be supporting Soldier On's great work. Find out how we work with our veteran community: www.saab.com.au

Many of our veterans need our help and Saab Australia is proud to be supporting Soldier Ph: 03 9663 1922 On's great work. Find out how we work with our veteran community: www.saab.com.au 45 Domain Drive Berwick VIC 3806 © Commonwealth of Australia 201 8 Email: [email protected] Contents Regular Items

5 Soldier On Update

26 Centre Updates

32 Community Fundraisers

36 Our Corporate Partners Feature Stories

6 Sporting Partnerships 2019

8 Serving On Update

12 Deep Sea Fishing in Port Stephens!

17 Women of Courage Course

19 Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex Trauma: Recognising the signs in yourself and others

21 Education 23 Employment 12 24 Family Ties – First VIC weekend

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About Us Soldier On’s mission is to work side by side with those who serve and protect Australia, and their families, HELPing them to secure their future. Our services aim to HELP individuals build resilience and create and expand meaningful connections with family, community and employers through: Health and Wellbeing – Psychology, social activities and programs, sporting activities and programs and service initiatives. Employment – Transition services, employment support, career-development assistance. Learning – Education and training programs, vocational training. Participation – Social activities and programs focused on connections with family, friends and the broader community, volunteering and sports programs. On 10 October 2017, Soldier On extended our support services to all those service personnel from national security agencies who have served, and continue to serve, side by side with the ADF. This includes individuals and their families from the; Australian Federal Police, Australian Border Force, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and other security agencies. Securing and protecting Australia in complex environments, domestically and globally, requires integrated multiagency and multidisciplinary teams of national security agency service personnel to work side by side, both on and offshore, and this should be no different at home. We support those who serve today, tomorrow and into the future. To support Soldier On, please head to our website at SOLDIERON.ORG.AU

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ast year saw the Soldier On services and programs grow chosen careers. It was an extremely powerful night and we significantly, which has allowed us to support more look forward to hosting our second gala dinner later in 2019. Lveterans and their family members in more locations. As In the lead up to the Centenary of Armistice; Soldier On I write this, we are supporting over 2500 veterans in a range recognised the contribution that veterans and their families of different ways. The Soldier On team are always looking to have made, and continue to make, to Australia by conducting improve and evolve the services we provide to ensure they our first Stronger Together campaign. Thousands of people are relevant and best meet the unique and diverse needs of came together on the 9th of November to help set a new our participants. world record for the greatest number of arm wrestles ever Our Vet Connect and Family Ties programs continue to conducted in one day and to raise much needed funds for provide veterans and their families with opportunities to Soldier On. We saw parents arm wrestling their kids, teachers reconnect and work through some of the issues they are taking on their students and even the Prime Minister going facing under the guidance and education of Soldier On staff toe to toe with Sharks Legend Paul Gallen on a day that Join the "US Masters Specialists" in Augusta and external facilitators. In addition, our Serving On veteran proved that we are indeed all Stronger Together! Soldier On volunteering program allows our participants to give back is looking forward to conducting a bigger and better Stronger and serve others in their communities. Together 2019 campaign in early November. for the 2019 US Masters The Pathways Employment and Education program I have only scratched the surface of what the Soldier On continues to be extremely successful with more companies family has been able to achieve over the last few months US$1,000 to secure the closest accommodation to Augusta National Golf and education providers coming on board every day. The and I can’t wait to welcome many more new faces into our employment options that are available to our Pathways family this year! On a personal note, I am honoured to have Club with Australia’s largest and most experienced US Masters tour operator participants have never been more diverse. There are been selected to be the CEO of Soldier On. I look forward challenging and rewarding careers available across more to following in the footsteps of the amazing Soldier On Enjoy the comforts of Elite’s own Host House only 200 metres from than 135 veteran friendly workplaces as part of the program. Co-Founders John Bale and Dr Danielle Clout and will do Almost every day, I learn about another successful career everything in my power to ensure Soldier On continues Magnolia Lane and the grounds of ANGC placement and I look forward to hearing about many more as to serve our veterans, and their families, in the best we continue to fine tune the program throughout the year. way possible. 20 years of experience – Our Testimonials speak for themselves A highlight of 2018 was undoubtably the Soldier On team having the privilege to attend several events alongside thousands of passionate supporters from all over the Choose from various packages and access accommodation to over 75 Private world at the Invictus Games. I was extremely proud to see ambassadors and friends of Soldier On competing in these Houses near ANGC as well as Hotels within walking distance of The Masters events. They all gave everything they had to represent their mates and their country. Mat Jones, CEO Personally escorted by 12 Elite Sporting Tours members including renowned In November, Soldier On hosted our first gala dinner in Melbourne alongside our long-time friends and supporters leading chef Matthew Butcher from the St Kilda Football Club. It was wonderful to be able to tell the Soldier On story to a Victorian audience. Soldier Need help On ambassador Mick Malloy hosted the evening and our Packages start from US$6,250 per person (twin share) Please contact Soldier On during business hours to key note speakers John Shanahan, Sam Fisher and Sally speak to one of our psychologists, or call Open Arms Kehoe discussed the common challenges that veterans and on 1800 011 046 (24 hours) or Lifeline 13 11 14. elite sports people face when transitioning away from their www.elitesportingtours.com.au #sidebyside 5

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ince Soldier On launched in 2012, its focus committed to become Sport “We are also delighted to has always been, and continues to be, Ambassadors for Soldier On. Son providing programs and services that These new sporting ambassadors announce that as part of our improve the lives of current and ex-serving include: Luke Garner (Wests relationship some players have veterans and their families. In doing so, Tigers), Phil Davis and Dawson we have developed key sporting partnerships Simpson (GWS GIANTS), Jack committed to become Sport that are integral to delivering our mission. Steele and Nathan Brown (St Ambassadors for Soldier On.” In working with sporting partners, it has Kilda FC) from the AFL. also become apparent that many issues Fan and Members Day for the Sydney Clubs in February were experienced by serving and transitioning attended by Soldier On staff, including CEO Mat Jones, Service veterans are similarly experienced by elite Ambassadors and participants eager to spread the awareness of and professional sports men and women. how Soldier On supports veterans and their families. Both events We have seen firsthand, the benefits of these two communities working together and the allowed our participants to meet players, and for our new Sport instant connections they make in supporting Ambassadors to engage for the first time with members of the one another. We have witnessed significant Soldier On team. changes in our participants because of the Our Salute to Summer BBQ campaign was supported by BBQs at experiences they have had with one of our the GIANTS ground – with Phil and Dawson cooking a breakfast sporting partners. for players and staff. St Kilda FC hosted a BBQ during their RSEA We are happy to announce Soldier On’s Intra Club match day at their new facility at Moorabbin. We renewed partnership with three major thank our sporting partners for engaging in and communicating sporting clubs for their 2019 season; the GWS information about our services via our campaigns to their Giants, St Kilda FC, and the Wests Tigers. These fan and membership bases, and for providing us with signed clubs have supported our participants in the merchandise to use as auction prizes which this year may include past with access to games, training clinics (for a signed ANZAC round game ball. We are stronger together! participants and children), meet and greet opportunities and guards of honour just to Let’s welcome the new Sport Ambassadors to name a few. Furthermore, they have assisted Soldier On! our fundraising efforts in a variety of ways through fan days and gameday activations. Luke Garner - Forward for the Wests Tigers We are also delighted to announce that as Luke Garner is one of the youngest and newest players part of our relationship some players have at Wests Tigers, with his first-grade debut against the St.

6 SOLDIER ON autumn 2019 George-Illawarra Dragons in 2018. Luke played only six enlist in the Army. His enrolment was put on hold after being games in total in his rookie season, but is looking forward to invited by the Murray Bushrangers (an AFL team playing in playing a full season in 2019. the TAC Cup) to train with them. Luke attributes his decision to become an Ambassador for He was originally drafted by the Geelong Cats in 2007 and Solider On to his grandfather, who served for 13 years with spent eight seasons at the club, debuting in round three of the Australian Navy, and to his parents who served in the 2010, against Fremantle at Subiaco. Queensland Police Force. Luke has always been very proud Simpson joined the GIANTS as an unrestricted free agent that his grandfather served in the Navy and is honoured to at the end of 2015 and made an impressive debut for the become an ambassador to use his platform to “continue to club in 2017. He played nine games in 2018 before a season- raise awareness, support and give back to returned service ending injury. men and women, and their families.” At the GIANTS fan day our CEO Mat Jones met Dawson and Phil Davis – Co-Captain of the GWS Giants found out just how much of a giant the AFL player truly is! Canberra-born Phil Davis started playing AFL when he was 10 years old before moving to Adelaide with his family when he was 14. He was recruited by the Adelaide Crows with pick 10 in the 2008 NAB AFL Draft when he was just 18, but didn’t start playing till 2009 due to a shoulder injury. Phil joined the GIANTS in 2012, as an inaugural co-captain. He has been instrumental in the establishment of the AFL’s newest club. When approached to be an ambassador, Phil jumped at the opportunity to, “help support people who support our ANZAC DAY ROUNDS country and have dedicated their life to it.” This is, in part, due to having at least one family member in the defence 21st April, Sydney Bears Vs Canberra Brace, force across the last 4 generations. We look forward Macquarie Ice Rink, NSW to working with Phil to raise awareness for the service 27th April, Wests Tigers vs Gold Coast Titans, community. Scully Park, NSW 27th April, St Kilda FC vs Adelaide Crows, Dawson Simpson – Ruckman for the GWS Giants Marvel Stadium, VIC Prior to being an AFL player, Dawson Simpson was part of the 4th May, GWS Giants vs St Kilda FC, UNSW Oval, ACT Army Cadets for three years and had left school in Year 11 to

#sidebyside 7 Serving On Update

Since the start of 2018, Serving On projects have been held every month as a way for service personnel to volunteer their time to give back to the Australian community. At the same time this has allowed participants to re-discover the camaraderie of serving alongside a fellow compatriot for a good cause. The Serving On projects have assisted a number of worthy organisations and we would like to share with you what we have been doing:

October - Invictus Games Family great harbour city. A big thanks to all those who attended Day Project and helped make this a memorable day. There was excitement in the air when the War Widows Walk Project long awaited Invictus Games arrived in Sydney, especially at Soldier On. This was Our second event for October saw us collaborating with because we had been invited to help out at The War Widows Guild Australia (WWGA). This amazing the incredible week-long event, to assist with organisation was founded in 1945 to teach weaving and other running the Family and Friends “Welcome to handicrafts to members, to augment their pensions, whilst Sydney” family day and BBQ. There were 350 providing and promoting companionship, counselling, and family and friends of Invictus competitors support for war widows. From this, the WWGA has grown from around the world, plus 50 VIP guests in into a lobby group that is still consulted by government on attendance. Its aim was to provide the family matters concerning War and supporters of Invictus competitors with Widows today. “At the end of the day the team a warm welcome to Sydney with a day out Our collaboration with the were rewarded with a hearty on the Harbour, while their loved ones were NSW branch of the WWGA rehearsing for the opening ceremony. involved assisting with their cheer from the ladies for The Serving On team, including veterans annual War Widows Walk. This their efforts.” and staff, got stuck into the preparation, has been held at the Kokoda and smooth running, of the event. The event Track Memorial Walkway since was well received, and all the families of the 2002. The Guild organises this event to highlight the physical competitors got a big hearty welcome to the and mental benefits of improved mobility and promotes

8 SOLDIER ON autumn 2019 gentle exercise. Over the past few years, the “Walk” has “With sleeves rolled up, the Serving On team become a “Walk and Picnic”, as some of the older members find it difficult to walk, but still enjoy the day out and pulled down the old kitchen so renovations spending time with their friends. could take place.” The Serving On team helped the WWGA by setting up the venue for the day, serving morning tea and lunch, supplying water, aiding with transport arrivals and departures, a friendly ear to listen, and an arm to lean on when it was needed. With sleeves rolled up, the Serving On team pulled down At the end of the day the team were rewarded with a hearty cheer the old kitchen so renovations could take place. They also from the ladies for their efforts and we are sure the volunteers worked to set up the community vegetable garden, which will appreciated giving back to those who have lost their partners. include fruit trees. This will allow the Church to grow their own crops in the future. November - Adventist Church Project The Pastor greatly appreciated all the help and the November’s project was at The Mt Druitt Adventist Church. volunteers got a lot out of the day knowing that it will The Church does tremendous work in an area of Sydney allow the church to continue to work and help those in the where residents face hardship by offering many different community secure their futures. services to the community. This includes a food pantry for those who are struggling and an amazing kitchen for clients December - Aged care Christmas project to be taught how to cook healthy meals. It is also a warm For the last project of 2018, the Serving On team joined the and welcoming environment for people to come and spend residents of The Ponds, an Anglicare aged home residence, time together. to help brighten the village with Christmas decorations

#sidebyside 9 Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation (CSC) has a long history of serving members If you’re a veteran of the Australian Defence Force. or serving member We greatly value and appreciate the commitment and of the Australian loyal service of our veterans, serving members of the Defence Force entry Army, Navy and Air Force, and cadets. to the Museum As a way of saying thanks, CSC is providing every single Defence Force veteran, serving member and current is on us cadet with a complimentary pass to the Australian National Maritime Museum.

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csc.gov.au CSC – the experts in superannuation for Australian Government employees and ADF members and their presence. Christmas is usually a gentle animal is a new experience for many veterans, who great time to get together with family and soon find that the benefits are amazing. Alongside a team friends to celebrate. However, this can be from Homes for Heroes, the 10 participants assisted in an extremely lonely time for many people, setting up a new facility in Picton. especially for older generations. Often with The weather gods were kind and the cool day started with an no family, they can really struggle. opportunity for both teams The team did some craft work assembling to experience horses up “Communicating with such a Christmas decorations and then helped close and personal and do an put them up around the village. More introductory horse handling powerful yet gentle animal importantly, they did a great job interacting session with an instructor is a new experience for many with residents who have all had amazing from Racing NSW. The team experiences and loved having someone to learned about horse welfare, veterans, who soon find that the chat with. basic handling, and training benefits are amazing.” January 2019 Equine Therapy Project principles. After an excellent BBQ lunch, it was all hands-on-deck to help For our first project of 2019, the Serving put up a fence around the property to stop cattle coming in On team came together with the Veterans and horses getting out! Equine Welfare Program run by RSL Lifecare. This fantastic program helps veterans It was wonderful for the team to give back to another living with post-traumatic stress disorder. organisation who do such great work for our fellow Communicating with such a powerful yet service members.

#sidebyside 11 Deep Sea Fishing in Port Stephens!

Soldier On participants have once again been able to experience the delights deep sea fishing, thanks to Tim Dean of Calypso Fishing Adventures.

12 SOLDIER ON autumn 2019 Deep Sea Fishing in Port Stephens!

#sidebyside 13 he idea of offering deep sea fishing to “Tim saw firsthand the positive impact of those in the service community was born Tsix years ago, when Tim was a profession giving them a ‘day off’ out on the water fishman in the Gulf of Mexico. He was near some of the larger coastal US bases and had on the servicemen and women that he started taking US soldiers out on fishing was meeting.” charters. Whilst there, he connected with the US-based Wounded Warriors program and states that the impact of the volatile environment the US soldiers had faced D’Albora Marina, Newcastle and Port Stephens Game Fishing whilst deployed overseas was “very visible” Club, Alfabs Mining and Engineering Group. We are incredibly to him. Tim saw firsthand the positive impact grateful for their support of the service community. of giving them a ‘day off’ out on the water “It’s a day out for all those involved. The vets, the family and had on the servicemen and women that he the boat owners and crew to show support to our returned men was meeting. and women. The fishing is a team sport and hence brings in the On his return to Australia, Tim decided that participants to an environment they are used to. The challenges he would like to offer the same experience of the weather can sometimes be tough on them but that’s also to service personnel here and started a big confidence builder once they return to port and “I beat they looking for an organisation to embrace the day mentality” kicks in. Lots of smiles at the end of day BBQ and activity and started to work with Soldier de-brief.” Tim Dean On. Calypso Fishing and Soldier On hosted After arriving in Newcastle on Tuesday from across the the first annual Offshore Fishing Adventure country, the participants attended a ‘meet and greet’ evening in 2015 with 25 participants and eight where they got allocated to a boat and were able to meet their fishing boats. Since then, the annual Port skipper and those they would be out on the water with. The Stephens Offshore Fishing Adventure has participants also got to meet and talk with CEO Mat Jones, and grown exponentially in popularity and size, Andrew ‘ET’ Ettingshausen, former Australian Rugby League catering to over 60 ex-service personnel Player and host and producer of “Escape with ET”. and their families in 2019. Tim engaged up to 20 professional game fishing vessels with “The presence of a high-profile celebrity, ET [or Andrew independent skippers and crew, making Ettingshausen] and the attendance and genuine conversation this year’s activity one of the biggest single with the CEO of Soldier On during the function was an events supported by Soldier On. With the opportunity that we all were very impressed with.” - Participant increase in size, we have had to take on new Wednesday saw everyone up and ‘at em’ at the crack of supporters, which included Paul Lennon of dawn so they could get out on the water and spend as much Port Stephens Estuary Charters lending his time fishing as possible. This saw the various teams working boats to the fleet. The other organisations as a team catching marlin, and just enjoying the time away that provided support this year include, from the stresses and troubles of everyday life on the shore

14 SOLDIER ON autumn 2019 “This saw the various teams working as a team catching marlin, and just enjoying the time away from the stresses and troubles of everyday life on the shore with family members and new friends.”

with family members and new friends. What made this year’s The activity is completely free to participants to ensure fishing adventure extra special was a flyover by members of the that cost is not a prohibitive factor for anyone that wants Royal Australian Air Force based at the RAAF Base Williamtown to attend. in fighter jets. After everyone had had their fill of fishing, the Soldier On would like to once again thank Tim and his various boats headed back to shore, a process which may have supporting skippers and crew for creating a welcoming included a bit of a race to see who could get back first! Upon and supportive space for Soldier On participants, their return, a BBQ greeted the participants, skippers, and crew families, and mates to experience a ‘day off and day out’ on members. Thursday saw our participants head back home, with the water. We would also like to thank Paul Lennon of Port some excellent tales to tell, fond memories to think back on, Stephens Estuary Charters, D’Albora Marina, Newcastle and and stronger relationships with those who went. Port Stephens Game Fishing Club, and Alfabs Mining and “I connected well with the crew… as we have similar interests Engineering Group for ensuring that the activity was the and will go camping, fishing, and hunting in the future. This incredible success that it was. is extremely important to me as I have a spouse who is in defence and we still post around. No matter your level of fishing experience or engagement, this is a ripping day. Ensure you have travel sickness tablets on hand just in case, and you’ll have an immense amount of fun and social contact. Very relaxed and informal day.” - Participant

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oldier On supported a participant to attend Outward personal development sessions. These activities encompass Bound Australia’s Women of Courage course in October the philosophy of “challenge by choice”. 2018. This was a unique opportunity specifically tailored S “Can I just say, a huge heartfelt thank you, for giving me the for women who have experienced trauma to participate opportunity to attend the ‘Women of Courage’ program, with in a five-day wilderness program in Canberra. The Women Outward Bound. of Courage program is intended for women who have progressed through their own personal healing and are If it weren’t for the generous [support] I received through ready to challenge themselves in a new setting. Soldier On, I wouldn’t have been able to partake in this program!! As financially, unaffordable for me to justify for The course focussed predominantly on increasing self- myself...as we so often put ourselves down the ladder of esteem and self-reliance, building supportive relationships importance!! with other women and encouraging a sense of “trying something new”. This could be anything from hiking for the I’m very grateful for the generosity and the opportunity I was first time, sleeping in the outdoors or trying abseiling, rock offered. It has had an immediate [and] profound effect on my climbing and rafting, wilderness hiking expeditions and life!!“ - Participant

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t Soldier On, one of the ways in which we help the service challenging study regime whilst others may just need to try community is by providing them with access to education a few short courses to boost their confidence. Taking this Acourses. These education courses allow them to re-train for a individual approach leads to greater educational outcomes. career outside the Defence Force and National Security Agencies, Our officers are available to assist with any issues that arise or to pursue personal goals that they were unable to achieve throughout the duration of the course and liaise with our before. Programs and courses are generally available to immediate employment officers to help participants as they begin to family members of service members, but we recommend look for meaningful employment. confirming with an Education Officer as this does vary. “I just wanted to say thank you for all your help, and to say thank you to Soldier On for the opportunities you have provided me Why is education important? with the courses. I understand what an amazing opportunity you Planning an education pathway can be integral to success have offered as I am hoping to later use the skills I learn to gain a in the civilian world. It requires a carefully crafted approach job in the IT industry. that encompasses the undertaking of qualifications/ I also appreciate the courses that are available to me as it has certifications that add value and demonstrate currency. given me something to strive towards and a reason to look to the Reflecting and assessing current qualifications and skills is the future.” - Participant first step to developing a meaningful pathway. Participants, We encourage you to get in contact with the education team working with Education Officers, can then research new career if you would like to find out more about how they can assist opportunities and goals, and design a plan to attain them. you in re-skilling by emailing them at: The process of transition can be a daunting one for service [email protected] personnel who have been in an environment where they Soldier On has recently partnered with a number of have had a great deal of specific training and, in many cases, Education providers. Here’s some words from one of these positions of responsibility. However, the civilian world is an organisations about why they have partnered with us: entirely new ballgame. Skillsets can be largely transferable Asset College is proud to partner with and support Soldier On. in the broader sense, however in order to secure roles Established in 2006 by Mark Costello, a former member of the outside of service, many personnel may find that industry Australian Defence Forces who served in the Australia Army. Asset requirements are not the same and they may need to offers over 50 different qualifications suitable for job seekers, career demonstrate new competencies in order to be compliant. It transitions, career development/progression and personal interest. pays to be well prepared with both realistic and achievable Asset recognises the knowledge and skills developed by Defence educational goals in mind. members during their service and the value of these skills to the broader public and private sector employers; as well as How the process works the positive mental health and other benefits for members Before enrolling participants in any courses, Soldier On that achieve a successful transition from Defence to other Education Officers engage in a detailed educational session employment. Asset offers training /assessment and recognition in person or, where the distances are too great, via phone of prior learning to current and former Defence members as well or skype. Some participants may be ready to commit to a as employment support through its extensive networks.

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ince launching the program in 2016, Soldier On has “I think being around service people in a non- helped numerous people gain meaningful employment. SFrom self-reflection to resume writing and interview military environment was really powerful… techniques, our professional program officers provide those who use our services with the guidance needed to it really helped me feel that everything was secure their next career. They do this by helping to identify going to be ok and that everything was ok…” pathways into employment, translate skills, navigate the job market, and supporting individuals through the application process. the help of Soldier On staff, he overcame his nerves and One such individual is a Victorian participant who contacted engaged with the various potential employers in the room. Soldier On in November 2017. He had served in the Royal Some months later, after completing the VetConnect Australian Navy for four years before medically separating. program, he felt ready to go back to work, in a capacity that When he contacted Soldier On, he had been unemployed for would best suit his needs. With the assistance of a Soldier close to four years. On Employment Officer, he was connected with Sonder Since engaging with Soldier On, the participant has attended Australia, a Soldier On Pledge Company, who remembered multiple activities and events including family BBQs and the him from the Pathways Event. men’s program – VetConnect. He credits the various activities After the interview, the participant was offered a casual and programs in helping him to regain his confidence position and has recently advised the Victorian team that he to be around the public and preparing him to re-enter is on his way to being promoted to a permanent-part time the workforce. position. On reflection, he provided this advice, learned “[VetConnect] was hugely beneficial…I didn’t think I’d take through participating in Soldier On programs, “Take one step away as much as I did. I think being around service people at a time. Set small, achievable, realistic goals and give yourself in a non-military environment was really powerful…it really a victory whenever you do achieve a small goal. Don’t try to helped me feel that everything was going to be ok and that conquer a mountain in one day, take it one step at a time.” everything was ok…” The participant will continue to be supported by Soldier On In May 2018, the participant attended Soldier On’s Pathways and he, and his family, will remain engaged in activities and Networking Event held at St Kilda Football Club. With events in Victoria.

#sidebyside 23 Family Ties – First VIC weekend

The Family Ties program that was run with great success in NSW, has arrived in Victoria! The first weekend of this incredible program saw five families come together for several fun activities as well as communication and team- building exercises.

he weekend began on the Friday night, for dear life. Importantly, with some ice-breaker activities to get everyone was smiling and “This was a great weekend, where Tto know one another. One such activity laughing for the entire everyone learnt a lot about involved everyone pretending to be a farm activity. The group finished animal, where it was proven that even adults up their afternoon relaxing themselves, each other, other enjoy make believe as much as the kids! and realising there were families, and how they interact The following day was beautiful, with the some “experienced weather putting on a great show. Those who engineers” amongst with those around them.” wished to participate, were able to stretch them. Apparently, a small the legs and go on a mountain bike tour amount of mini marshmallows and raw spaghetti can hold a thanks to the wonderful and experienced tennis ball, a thong, and more? Who knew! YMCA staff, where the riders were taught The rest of the evening was spent relaxing and spending about “bush spinach” amongst other things. some time as a family, touring the island, seeing the penguins The afternoon session saw the families or going for an ice-cream in Cowes. learn the basics of surfing. Once everyone Sunday morning, everyone woke to drizzling rain, but it certainly knew which end of the board was the front, wasn’t enough to deter them from hitting the beach for the beach the group headed out to put the theory carnival. This saw a tug-of-war, with parents against kids, but who into practice. Some of the group were more won is a secret that no one will reveal. Afterwards everyone went successful than the rest, managing to get on a puzzle treasure hunt to solve the greatest mystery of all up on their feet. The rest clung to the board time and before running some relays across the beach.

24 SOLDIER ON autumn 2019 Sunday afternoon was spent at the last surfing lesson. This time, even more of the group were able to stand up on their boards! This was a great weekend, where everyone learnt a lot about themselves, each other, other families, and how they interact with those around them. Soldier On looks forward to seeing the adults for weekend two in Melbourne soon and then everyone again for the final weekend. A very big THANK YOU to YCW Camp Committee Patriotic Fund for financially supporting the weekend and to YMCA Phillip Island Coastal Discovery Camp for hosting the activity. The facilities and access to activities were deeply appreciated and those who attended certainly made the most of the weather, the beach, and fresh air. The food was delicious, and the participants left feeling well cared for.

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#sidebyside 25 Centre Updates

Cricket

QLD Soldier On has recently entered a team (Team SOLDIER ON) in Brisbane’s Last Man Stands T20 Competition. This team consists of service personnel from all walks of life and has been playing in the competition since last year. The team competed in the Semi-Finals of the North Brisbane Division prior to Christmas. The new season has just commenced with the Team sitting in 3rd place on the ladder after two strong wins in the first three rounds of 2019. We encourage you to join the team or go along and cheer on Team SOLDIER ON as they progress through the next round of Last Man Stands.

Life Saving Club

Soldier On has teamed with Kirra Surf Lifesaving Club (KSLC) to offer all Soldier On participants the chance to go through the Bronze Medallion Program, for free! This course awards participants the nationally recognised qualification PUA21012 - Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue). KSLC has a strong affiliation and club base To find out more about with current serving and ex-serving activities going on in your state members involved with training and and to get involved contact: patrols on the beach. This training is delivered either outside working hours or as a continuous course at the surf club, depending on the participants requirements. ACT – [email protected] Recently three Soldier On participants; Rob, Kris and Jason successfully completed NSW – [email protected] the pilot course just in time to assist on the beaches over the Christmas break. VIC – [email protected] Immediately following their qualification, Rob and Kris placed second in the Point SA – [email protected] Danger Branch First Aid competition. The Point Danger Branch had 11 Surf Life Saving Clubs participating and this achievement by Rob and Kris means they will WA/NT - [email protected] be off to compete in the next State Titles. A big thanks goes out to Peter Barry from QLD – [email protected] KSLC who dedicated his time and knowledge to assist fellow veterans across the line in this program.

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Taking part in the Veterans Health Week

During Veterans Health Week, funded by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Soldier On locations across the country provided activities for individuals and their families to learn more about nutrition. The Albury office provided participants the opportunity to learn about healthy eating, myths and facts about food and emotional eating through dietetics services Fuel Your Life. All enjoyed many yummy healthy treats and lunch during the day.

Catch and Cook-Part of the Veterans Health Week

Individuals and their families sought the opportunity for some fun on Lake Hume with the chance of some kayaking and fishing. The one very little fish caught was certainly not enough to feed everyone, however a delicious BBQ was available which everyone enjoyed. Soldier On arranged the fun activity with Water’s Edge Adventures, a local veteran owned business and this type of activity will certainly be on the calendar again. “Thanks Soldier On this was a great day, it was wonderful to have some time out on the water paddling and fishing and the opportunity to meet others” – Participant

#sidebyside 27 Centre Updates ACT

Corporate Rowing regatta

Soldier On had two teams enter the 2018 Corporate Rowing Challenge with the Canberra Rowing Club, learning how to row the eights. After training for weeks at the crack of dawn, the day arrived and the 32 Soldier On representatives headed out onto the lake. They were up against a team from the AFP, two teams from the Australian Defence College, as well as a few teams from other organisations. Soldier On teams won medals and wore them proudly at the end of the day. Thank you to everyone involved in making this possible, including the participants.

Veteran’s Health Week

Solider On partnered with Nutrition Australia and ran two identical workshops at our ACT Head Office during Veterans Health Week last year. Cadets from the Royal Military College were invited to attend, with the aim that they would learn some basic facts about nutrition, hands-on cooking skills, and meal preparation. Unfortunately, the Fire Brigade did have to attend after the fire alarms went off, but happy to say the food was delicious and now we know that the fire alarms do indeed work.

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Activities with St Kilda Football Club

Soldier On has recently held a number of activities with our sporting partner, the St Kilda Football Club. In January the two organisations came together to offer children of service families the chance to get outdoors and be active, whilst being taught some AFL skills by the incredible Sam Fox from the St Kilda Community team, in the beautiful surrounds of Princess Park. Afterwards a BBQ lunch was provided to ensure the hungry kids (and adults) were fed before they headed home. The second activity was a ‘Meet and Greet’ at the George A Bishop Reserve in Dromana for our current and ex-serving personnel and their families. It was an incredible opportunity for our attendees to get autographs, photos and have a kick to kick with players Sebastian Ross, Tim Membrey, and Jack Steven, all of whom have won the Trevor Barker Award for Best and Fairest in the last few years. The third activity was a visit to HMAS Cerberus, who are community partners with the St Kilda Football Club. As part of the program, several players ventured down to visit the base for a kick to kick and some training drills followed by a BBQ with over 100 current serving personnel. We’d like to thank the St Kilda Football club and everyone who made these events the huge successes that they were. “January’s footy clinic was a welcomed kid’s activity during the school holidays. Two of our four boys participated, my husband and I relaxed whilst watching the kids try something new. Clinic facilitator Sam was fantastic with the children, teaching them basic ball handling skills & kicking. Our boys had a great time, happy too that they’d met some new friends. At the conclusion we all enjoyed a BBQ lunch and relaxed conversation. Thank-you to the staff at Soldier On Victoria for a fantastic school holiday event, even the weather was great!” - Participant

Children’s Cooking Class

Soldier On VIC hosted our first Kids No Bake Cooking Class over the Term 3 school holidays allowing parents to come in and relax whilst their children were busy getting creative in the Parkville centre. The kids had so much fun as they iced and decorated their own biscuits before moving on to creating rocky road and milo balls. The parents took the time to chill out with a cup of coffee or tea and chat in the (thankfully) air- conditioned centre. The day was then finished off with healthy salad wraps for lunch.

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HMAS Choules – Ship Tours

Late last year, around 20 Soldier On participants and family members were lucky enough to be taken on a guided tour of HMAS Choules, which had docked at Station Pier in Port Melbourne, a day before it opened to the wider public. The participants got to go pretty much everywhere, from the Bridge to the sailor’s quarters, from the mess to the deck and everywhere in between. They even got to jump in some of the trucks that were in the ship itself! The HMAS Choules is an incredible ship, weighing 16,000 tonnes, and comes in at 176 metres long and 24 meters wide. It can carry 300 troops, 23 tanks, 150 light trucks and even Black Hawk helicopters! It was incredible to also learn that the docking well in the stern opens and allows the same weight in water in, so that the barge can be released out to reach land. It was a fantastic day and HMAS Choules did not disappoint all those attended! Thanks to Lieutenant Ayden Bauer RAN for reaching out to Soldier On and providing us with this first-hand opportunity to come aboard this active Navy Ship and see what life is like for those who call the HMAS Choules home.

Around the Bay in a Day

Soldier On VIC was so fortunate to collaborate with RSL Active in helping build our team for the 2018 Around the Bay Bike Ride which took place on 7th October 2018. It was an amazing day which started at 6.00am and continued right into the evening. Thankfully with daylight savings having started, the last riders came through the finish line whilst it was still daylight. There were three riding distances catering for all abilities - a 50km, 100k or 210km ride around the lovely surrounds of Melbourne and Sorrento. Our participants stood out from the rest of the riders with their fantastic looking Soldier On/RSL Active jerseys. “Please pass on our gratitude to the team at Soldier On for the wonderful experience gained from my daughter and I attending the Around the Bay event. It was a lovely day and after 100km of riding, it certainly was a fantastic experience. My daughter is 13 and it is the furthest ride she, and I, have ever done!” - Participant

30 SOLDIER ON autumn 2019 SA Updates

SA Our SA team has been kept incredibly busy over the last few months. In January we attended a meeting at the Macclesfield RSL, where The Hon Darren Chester MP discussed veteran’s issues with interested groups and local RSL’s. This was organised by the Federal Member for Mayo, Rebekha Sharkie MP, who also attended. We then cheered on the players of the 2019 ISPS Handa Australian Open at The Grange Golf Club. The Club is a great sponsor for our service community and works with them over numerous golf days, in clinics, providing some great opportunities for veterans and their partners to gain access to one of the most beautiful golf courses in Australia. It was then time to admire some beautiful cars, both classic and vintage. The 10th Annual Classic Car Show for Charity is organised by Gary Carr, who started the car show in his front yard 10 years ago. Now, he receives accolades from enthusiasts for his time, passion, and hard work. Along with volunteers from BAE (who are a major supporter and pledge partner of Soldier On) over $1000 was raised to allow Soldier On to continue to work with the service community in securing their future.

Soldiers & Sirens Shield

WA The second annual Soldiers & Sirens Shield (Ice Hockey) took place on 10th November at Cockburn Ice Arena. While the ADF team was beaten by the Emergency Services Team, they put up a tremendous effort and it was a fantastic game to watch. Massive thanks to Adam & Sarah from All Veterans Events for again hosting the game and we are looking forward to taking home the shield next year. We would like to congratulate the Emergency Services Team and Sirens of Silence for their 2nd Victory!

R U OK Day

The Soldier On WA team joined Joint Health Command on RAAF Base Pearce in a 3km run for R U Ok Day to highlight the importance of checking in with your mates. Not only were we met with perfect weather on the day, those running knocked out some incredible times. The WA team looks forward to spending more time with the crew up at RAAF Base Pearce.

#sidebyside 31 Community Fundraisers

Soldier On would like to thank all our community fundraisers who assist in helping us help the service community. What you do directly impacts the lives of service personnel and their families, and helps them secure their future. These community fundraisers are just a small sample of those who have given up their time to organise or host a fundaiser over the last few months. If you would like get involved, head to our website, or email [email protected]

Inaugural Match!

QLD Pine Hills Baseball Club held the inaugural Army vs Airforce Armed Forces Appreciation Cup with The Pine Hills Lighting representing Army and the Ipswich Musketeers flying the flag for Airforce. The nail-biting match was well attended with Airforce eventually winning the trophy. Soldier On were the Primary Charity Partner with Gaythorne RSL supporting the club. Both Soldier On and Gaythorne RSL look forward to strengthening the ongoing relationship with the Pine Hills Baseball Club and their support of the defence community.

Prince Alfred Hotel

Soldier On was the primary charity partner for the Prince Alfred Hotel Fundraiser event in Ipswich and we were thankful to be able to accept the cheque from Peter, the General Manager. The PA Hotel is proud to support the serving and ex-serving community in the area. Peter and the PA Hotel will be holding more amazing fundraising events in 2019 for Soldier On, so watch this space!

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Residents of drought-stricken town pull together

In regional NSW there is a town where the rivers have literally run dry, and at one point, stage 6 water restrictions were put in place. However, a determined man refused to let this get him down and pulled the residents of the town together for a night of fun and frivolity earlier this year. John Flack, who has been organising trivia nights in Walgett since 2016 to raise money and awareness for Soldier On and the service community, attributes his determination to the need to help others. “Some of the young people coming home from overseas have seen things that no young person should have seen or gone through. And I believe that Soldier On and others are doing the best they can to help with rehabilitation of mind and body.” Soldier On, and those we support, are incredibly grateful to the assistance provided by the people and businesses in and around Walgett, especially considering the recent drought conditions that have affected those in NSW and Queensland. We hope to see lots of soaking rains head your way shortly.

Hand-made gifts really are the best!

In Laurieton Haven, an incredibly dedicated group came together to put on a Craft Exhibition in support of Soldier On. The Exhibition was officially opened by the local MP, Leslie Williams, who gave wonderful and knowledgeable insight into the organisation to the attendees. Over the next two days, 450 visitors came through the doors to have a look at the incredible range of handmade teddy bears, rugs, clothes, and pillows. The support shown by the visitors was amazing, and the organisers of the event were proud to donate over $5000 to Soldier On.

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Car spotting!

The Annual “Marques in the Park” premier family car show of Canberra was held at John Knight Park in Belconnen on Remembrance Day last year. Soldier On was chosen as the beneficiary charity for this event and we are deeply grateful to the organisers for this. During the day, our volunteers greeted event attendees as they arrived, oversaw the Soldier On stand, and traversed the grounds to engage with the community, admire the beautiful cars that were there, and gather donations. After the event’s Remembrance service, Soldier On’s Volunteer Coordinator David Hall said a few words about Soldier On’s purpose as an organisation, how they help the veteran and service community, and thanked everyone for their generous donations. Thanks to that genorsity, we were able to raise almost $1,300. Soldier On would like to thank the organisers, the community and the volunteers for making this event a memorable one!

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After Dusk At The Movies – Burlesque

On the 17th of November, After Dusk Entertainment hosted their ‘At The Movies’ Burlesque show at His Majesty’s Theatre in Perth CBD. The show was incredible and all proceeds for the event were donated True Grit to Soldier On. We sincerely thank all members of the chorus for donating their time and putting on the show On Saturday 27th October, six staff from the BAE Systems Australia Pearce site to help us raise awareness within WA! headed off to Donnybrook, located 200km south of Perth to participate in the True Grit Challenge on behalf of Soldier On. The comradeship of the participants was highly evident, demonstrated prior to and during the activity. Together they motivated and encouraged each other during the course to cross the finish line together, as the BAE Team. The course is in one of the most picturesque parts of Western Australia’s south west which hid the difficult World Singing Day physical and emotional challenges ahead. The team thoroughly enjoyed the experience and have already started planning The team at Aspire Fitness hosted a for next year’s event, embarking on a recruiting drive to increase participation fantastic concert on the green at the from the Pearce Site. On behalf of the team, Eric Rivera expressed everyone’s Lake Claremont Public Golf Course appreciation for the support BAE Systems provided. He went on to say he was late last year. Whilst the weather proud to represent BAE Systems in support of Soldier On. Eric has been particularly wasn’t as kind for this event, the supportive of the good work Solder On does for Australia’s veterans, veteran’s turnout was amazing, and everyone families, and those who have been adversely impacted as a result of service to their had a great time singing along to nation in a national security capacity. some absolute classics. Those who This is the third time Soldier On have been a part of an event of this nature in WA, attended raised funds for the service to raise awareness for the organisation, and we look forward to being a part of True community. Soldier On would like Grit again in 2019. to thank everyone who made the event possible, the attendees, and the donors. We couldn’t be more thankful for their support.

#sidebyside 35 Our Corporate Partners

Soldier On are grateful for the support of so many Corporate partners and sponsors. Please see below for the organisations that provide vital funding that keeps Solder On and its support alive.

Principal Partners Major Partners Ernest Heine Family Foundation

Principal In-Kind Partners

In Kind Supporters

Strategic Partner Legal Partner

With thanks to Our centres were made possible by DHA Andre Obradovic Melbourne Military Officers Ball Maloney's Concord Hospital

Cwa Journal Partner Gerald Slaven Perpetual Trustees Lyone Foundation GoodGuys Wheatley Foundation Surfing Australia Ian Potter Foundation The Rotary Club of Club Lime Movember Sydney Anzac Day Trust

36 SOLDIER ON autumn 2019 Free counselling sessions provided by Soldier On

Soldier On recognises a service member’s time doesn’t just impact him or her; it can impact the whole family

Whether you are the parent, wife, husband, sibling or child of service personnel, you may feel the need to speak to one of our psychologists.

Soldier On offers a range of psychology services for service personnel and families, including individual counselling for adults and adolescents, as well as couples and family counselling.

Our psychological treatment is evidence-based and can address a range of mental health concerns, including trauma and stress- related issues, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, pain, and injury-adjustment concerns.

Contact [email protected] for more information or to book an appointment in Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane or Perth.

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