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• Changes to the list of Statements of Principles, May 2019

  In May 2019 changes were made to the list of Australian Statements of Principles that apply in New Zealand. The Statements of Principles are a tool to determine if an injury, illness or death is servi…

• Statements of Principles

  Statements of Principles are a decision-making tool We use Statements of Principles to establish if a medical condition can be linked to the unique circumstances of a person's qualifying service. …

• Research about New Zealand's nuclear veterans

  Events, research, and reports are displayed chronologically from oldest to most recent.  Jump to the most recent report Hiroshima, Nagasaki, and the occupation of Japan Dropping of atom…

• Update on support options for NZDF’s Afghanistan veterans

  If you served in Afghanistan and are watching events unfolding there is support available if you are feeling mixed emotions about your service. We are proud of your service and the service that all ou…

• Hearing aid schedule of fees

  Veterans’ Affairs New Zealand (VA) has set this schedule of fees to be effective from 11 September 2023 . This schedule covers the assessment, trial, and fitting of hearing aids. Veterans' Affairs …

• Review or appeal a decision

  Review of decision When you can ask for a review You can ask for a review if: we’ve made a decision that you don't agree with, or you're unhappy with the level of service you are or a…

• Art in Recovery Workshop helps service personnel and families

  It’s hoped the recent New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Art in Recovery Workshop will be the first of many. Veterans’ Affairs and the RSA sponsored the free, two-day event in Christchurch, which was…

• A digital space to share memories, celebrate lives and acknowledge loss

  Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum’s Online Cenotaph turns 25 The Online Cenotaph is a resource of more than 255,000 records spanning 40 conflicts. The public can contribute their own …

• 20th anniversary commemorations of Timor-Leste Referendum (Popular Consultation) and INTERFET

  In August and September 2019 the Government of Timor-Leste is hosting events to mark the 20th anniversary of the Timor-Leste Referendum and the 20th anniversary of INTERFET. Events Timor-Leste Refer…

• From the Head of Veterans' Affairs—Summer 2018

  Tēnā koutou katoa Christmas is always a time when we celebrate the present, show kindness to others and reflect on the year that has been. It’s been a busy year with many activities occurring both wi…