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    Helping you find purpose, connection and support 

    RSL Queensland is here for all veterans and their families – helping you find purpose, connection and support when you need it. 

    Across the state, we deliver programs and partnerships that promote your physical and mental wellness and help open doors to employment and purpose. 

    As custodians of commemorative events across Queensland, we uphold the legacy of service members past and present. 

    And through our state-wide network of RSL Sub Branches, we nurture the deep and enduring ties created through service, and provide you with opportunities to continue to serve our communities. 

    For every veteran, every day of the year, RSL Queensland is creating valuable connections for life. 

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    What's happening near you? 

    There’s always something going on in your local RSL Queensland community. Quickly find your nearest Sub Branch, social events and news, all in one place. 

    How RSL Queensland can support you

    Seeking help with transition or employment? Need a hand with finances or DVA claims? Want to focus on your personal wellbeing, or connect with old or new friends? You can look to us. 


    Employment support

    Get free, tailored support to find meaningful work. The RSL Employment Program is open to veterans and veteran or Defence partners.

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    DVA Advocacy

    Access free, expert support with your DVA claims and appeals from our highly trained Compensation Advocates.

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    Health and Wellbeing

    From physical rehabilitation to psychology services, we provide a wide range of support for your physical and mental health.

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    Housing and accommodation

    Access emergency housing support plus short- and long-term accommodation options in locations across Queensland.

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    Emergency financial support

    RSL Queensland offers financial aid and other support for veterans and their families facing urgent hardship.

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    Bereavement support

    When a veteran passes, it is RSL Queensland’s privilege to honour them and support their families.

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    Latest news and stories

    Discover the latest news and updates from the veteran and Defence community. 

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    Draw to Remember 2025
    3 November 2025

    Draw to Remember returns with more than 21,000 students participting across Queensland

    Thousands of school students across Queensland will participate in the annual ‘Draw to Remember’ initiative this month to acknowledge Remembrance Day on Tuesday 11 November.

    Remembrance Day
    Media release
    Remember to Remember 2025 - Poppy appeal
    3 November 2025

    RSL Queensland calls on Queenslanders to Remember to Remember this November

    This Remembrance Day on Tuesday 11 November, RSL Queensland is encouraging Queenslanders to remember to remember with a minute’s silence at 11am to honour the service and sacrifice of our fallen service personnel.

    Remembrance Day
    Media release
    Lavarack Barracks Human Performance Framework
    29 October 2025

    Building strength together: How RSL Queensland is supporting Townsville’s soldiers and families

    RSL Queensland’s partnership with Lavarack Barracks in Townsville helps to build the physical and mental strength of our serving members.

    Veterans smiling standing shoulder to shoulder at sunrise
    21 October 2025

    Veterans’ Health Week 2025: Thrive 365

    This week we’re celebrating Veterans' Health Week (VHW) with a focus on connection, movement, nourishment and thriving.

    BeWell
    Peer Led Programs
    Rec Connect
    Mates4Mates
    Veteran and partner discuss employment with RSL staff
    20 October 2025

    Finding reassurance through DVA Advocacy

    Army veteran Noel McKay shares his experience of RSL Queensland’s DVA Advocacy service.

    DVA Claims
    Completed handmade poppy display in Sandgate
    20 October 2025

    4,000 handmade poppies knit community together in remembrance

    Thousands of hand-knitted and crocheted poppies will form an unmissable sight at Sandgate’s Remembrance Day service this year.

    Remembrance Day
    Michael Stone, Lily Mulholland, Pete Parton
    15 October 2025

    From darkness into light

    Led by veterans, this unique program has helped transform hundreds of lives affected by trauma, empowering them towards healing and growth.

    Peer Led Programs
    East Timor
    RSL Employment Partner Wade Rix
    14 October 2025

    Finding purpose and a career

    Veteran partner Wade Rix found his new calling through the RSL Employment Program.

    Employment
    Yarrabah RSL Sub Branch President Greg Choikee
    29 September 2025

    It takes a village: Yarrabah’s mission to uplift the veteran community

    In the Indigenous community of Yarrabah, the local RSL Sub Branch celebrates 10 years of supporting and uplifting local veterans.

    Commemoration
    First nations
    District Far Northern
    100 Years since The Queensland Digger
    23 September 2025

    10 moments to illustrate 100 years – Part 1

    In the first of this two-part series, we shine a light on some of the key stories documented by RSL Queensland’s member magazine since 1925.

    Commemorative
    Veteran Navy Clearance Diver Ashley Semmens crossing the English Channel backwards
    22 September 2025

    Against the tide

    One man, two fins, one gruelling world first. Here’s how veteran Ashley Semmens conquered the English Channel – and his own limits – for charity.

    Veteran stories
    Health and wellbeing
    DVA Advocate Mark Gallagher
    18 September 2025

    Stepping up as a voice for veterans

    “There's enormous positive psychological value to a successful DVA claim.” After 45 years in the Army, Mark Gallagher volunteers to help fellow veterans, one DVA claim at a time.

    Advocacy
    DVA Claims
    DVA Advocate Ash Marshall
    18 September 2025

    From service to support

    Navigating the DVA claims process inspired veteran Ash to start a new career. Now a Compensation Advocate with RSL Queensland, she helps other veterans and their families with their DVA claims.

    DVA Claims
    Advocacy
    Compensation Advocates Mark Gallagher and Ash Marshall
    15 September 2025

    Advocating for veterans, one claim at a time

    RSL Queensland’s free DVA Advocacy program supports veterans with their compensation claims and appeals.

    DVA Claims
    Advocacy

    Enabling you and your family to live with dignity and respect

    Supporting you and your loved ones is why we exist. It’s why we started, why we’ve grown and why we innovate. 

    Veterans and family members talking with staff at the VFWC Brisbane