News and stories
Stay up-to-date with all the latest news from RSL Queensland. Discover key updates, handy hints, inspiring veterans’ stories, and more.
Latest news and stories
Check out the latest news, including important announcements, helpful tips, and inspiring stories from the veteran community.
Veterans’ Health Week 2025: Thrive 365
This week we’re celebrating Veterans' Health Week (VHW) with a focus on connection, movement, nourishment and thriving.
Advocacy support delivers positive outcome for Navy veteran
With the help of an RSL Queensland compensation advocate, Navy veteran Rebecca Connolly received the compensation she needed and took back control of her life.
Finding reassurance through DVA Advocacy
Army veteran Noel McKay shares his experience of RSL Queensland’s DVA Advocacy service.
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.
Finding purpose and a career
Veteran partner Wade Rix found his new calling through the RSL Employment Program.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Advocating for veterans, one claim at a time
RSL Queensland’s free DVA Advocacy program supports veterans with their compensation claims and appeals.
A safe space for camaraderie and support: a veteran’s experience of Rec Connect events
Army veteran Steve Bain explains how RSL Rec Connect events provide him with the opportunity to connect with other veterans and their families.
Queensland RSL News
Read the latest edition of Queensland RSL News magazine, featuring insightful articles, community updates, and a closer look into RSL Queensland’s work supporting veterans and their families.
Celebrate the centenary of The Queensland Digger
In 2025 we celebrate 100 years since The Queensland Digger (now Queensland RSL News) was first published. That’s a centenary of telling veterans’ stories. Our readers are part of this milestone, so we’d like you to participate in our celebration.
We’d love you to tell us:
- Do you have any special memories of our member magazine over the years?
- Did you read any articles that were inspiring or even life-changing?
- Has it helped you reconnect with long-lost friends?
Please email editor@rslqld.org if you have any photos, stories to share or ideas to help us celebrate the centenary.
Annual reports
Our annual reports capture RSL Queensland’s key achievements, priorities and performance for each calendar year.
Each annual report is prepared in accordance with RSL Queensland’s Constitution and released ahead of State Congress.
