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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. 

    Veterans and family members talking with staff at the VFWC Brisbane

    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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    Moranbah cenotaph
    01 November 2024

    Maintaining camaraderie in Moranbah

    Moranbah RSL Sub Branch understands the challenges of the FIFO lifestyle and how important it is to maintain a sense of community among veterans.
    Mateship
    Framed images of Vietnam veteran John Burns with an open scrapbook with newspaper articles from the Vietman War.
    06 August 2024

    From battlefield to community: Vietnam veterans reflect on a legacy forged in fire

    Vietnam veterans John Burns and Des Kearton reflect on the Battle of Coral-Balmoral, how the war shaped their lives, and their contributions to their communities.
    History
    Commemoration
    RSL Queensland Christmas hamper filled with gifts, food and goodies from local and veteran-owned businesses.
    08 December 2024

    Supporting veterans and their families, one stitch at a time

    Since its inception in 2020, RSL Queensland’s Christmas hamper project has delivered thousands of Christmas hampers to veterans and their families across Queensland, the Northern Territory and Tasmania.
    Veteran stories
    Image: Defence Australia | Corporal stops for a chat with one of the children who has returned to the devastated town of Suai.
    02 September 2024

    INTERFET: The making of peace in East Timor

    Following decades of conflict, Australian service in Timor-Leste was instrumental to helping the new nation achieve peace and independence.
    Commemoration
    History
    Image | Australian War Memorial - Long Tan Action by Bruce Fletcher
    31 July 2023

    How The Vietnam War and Battle of Long Tan Shaped Us

    On Vietnam Veterans' Day, Australia marks one of the most defining chapters in its military history.
    Commemoration
    History
    Veteran stories
    Vietnam Veterans Day

    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