This is where you'll find the latest news and announcements from Veteran Sport Australia. Look out for information on who we're partnering with, and the teams and events we're supporting.
Looking to the future
Veteran Sport Australia is on the move! From Monday, 29 June, we will be shifting our operations from RSL NSW to become part of the existing entity and charity responsible for organising the highly…
Veterans hit bullseye in Perth
Major archery event being held in Perth for veterans and their families. The event is part of a partnership between Veteran Sport Australia and Archery Australia encouraging 10,000 veterans and their families to take…
VSA 2019 year in review
What a huge year it’s been! Since VSA was officially launched in October 2018 following the Invictus Games Sydney, we’ve hardly had the chance to take a breath. From shooting arrows to kicking goals,…
VSA to show why we need to get active
We all know the power of physical activity. Getting active keeps us healthy. It’s motivating and connects us with our local community. But imagine trying to make the case for physical activity on paper.…
New club alliance strikes a chord
In the history of musical alliances and supergroups, there’ve been more misses than hits. We’ll happily concede that. However, all told, they’ve probably got a bit of an unfair wrap. Before you jump up…
On target with Archery Australia partnership
On October 19, veterans and their families were able to test their skills at Tuggeranong Archery Club, ACT, thanks to the establishment of a national partnership between Veteran Sport Australia and Archery Australia. The…
First anniversary – how the Invictus Games legacy lives on through Veteran Sport Australia
The Invictus Games Sydney 2018 inspired the nation and provided a milestone event for veterans around the world, including many Australian veterans, who used the games to forge bonds that would last forever. As…
So, you didn’t get invited to Invictus
Sometimes things don’t always go to plan. Sometimes, you give it your all and things just don’t work out the way you wanted. Brian Heilbronn was the powerlifting coach for Team Australia at Invictus…
Veteran families tear up the track at Maitland BMX
In late August, families got to experience BMX Australia’s first ‘Ride Into BMX’ Family Day for veterans thanks to the Maitland Tenambit BMX Club, VSA and Soldier On. Maitland BMX hosted the ‘come n…
The Gym Can Be All Sorts of Fun!
Want to get fit in a friendly and social environment? Well you’re in luck! We’ve teamed up with All Sorts Gym to provide a 50% discount for veterans. All Sorts has gyms in Alexandria…
Physical activity is vital in managing pain
Did you know that this week is National Pain Week? There are many Australians, including veterans, who live with chronic pain as part of their day-to-day. National Pain Week As part of National Pain…
Photo Highlights: Warrior Games 2019
Veteran Sport Australia supported 12 veterans to compete at the Warrior Games in Tampa Bay, Florida. Team Australia comprised these veterans and currently serving competitors from the Australian Defence Force….
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