Premier Chris Minns and Minister for Veterans David Harris will join members of the veteran community and their families today to launch Legacy Week at a commemorative service at the Cenotaph in Martin Place, attended by members of the veteran community and their families.
Since the 1940s, the Legacy Week appeal has been a time for all Australians to show their support for the widows and children whose loved ones have served our country.
Across Australia, Legacy supports 34,000 partners and children of veterans who gave their lives or health serving our country - including 10,000 in NSW. The Legacy badge is a powerful symbol of this support for our veterans' families, representing our nation's greatest values of mateship, compassion and fairness.
In 1923, Legacy committed to helping veterans' families carry on with their lives after the loss or injury of their loved one. Now, 102 years later, Legacy continues this promise, providing the same stability, guidance and assistance that a partner would normally provide to their family.
Legacy badges will be sold throughout the Sydney CBD and across NSW over the coming week. Funds raised from Legacy help support families in their darkest moment, giving them hope for a brighter future.
For more details please visit Legacy donations.
NSW Premier Chris Minns said:
"Legacy Week is a time for all of us to reflect on the enormous sacrifices made by veterans and their families. It's a chance for our state to show that we value not only those who served, but also the families who carry their legacy forward.
"By wearing a Legacy badge, you're sending a simple but powerful message: that we stand with veterans' families and honour their loved ones' service and sacrifice.
"Every badge bought, every donation made, helps ensure that veterans' families are not forgotten and that they receive the care and support they deserve."
NSW Minister for Veterans David Harris said:
"Legacy Week is an important opportunity to recognise the impact of military service on the families of our veterans.
"Purchasing a Legacy badge is a simple yet powerful way to show your support and help provide assistance to these families."
Legatee Ian Thompson, immediate past President Sydney Legacy said:
"Whether in times of war or peace, there are families in our community who are struggling with the loss of their loved one's life or health because of their military service.
"It's important that these families know they are not alone. Legacy Week is a chance for us to show them that. Thank you for your support."
