- Veterans and Queensland community encouraged to have their say on the first Queensland Veterans' and Veterans' Families' Strategy.
- Tens of thousands of veterans will be supported by the new strategy.
- It forms part of the $26 million allocated in the 2025-26 Budget for Queensland veterans.
The Crisafulli Government is encouraging Queensland veterans and their families, communities, and organisations to help shape Queensland's first veterans' strategy for the State.
The Queensland Veterans' and Veterans' Families' Strategy aims to deliver the best possible services and supports are available for people who have served our nation.
Launched at the VP80 event in Townsville today, a three-day commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, the strategy will be informed by knowledge and perspectives gathered through broad consultation with relevant stakeholders across the veteran, ex-service and wider community.
An online survey will open to all Queenslanders from today until Friday 14 November 2025.
Individuals are also encouraged to register their interest for in-person consultation, which will take place in 11 locations across the State over the coming months.
The Crisafulli Government has committed $9 million of the $26.4 million 2025-26 veterans' budget to support veterans and their families through a range of programs and initiatives, which include legal, employment, homelessness, and education initiatives, and to deliver the Queensland Veterans' and Veterans' Families' Strategy.
Premier and Minister for Veterans David Crisafulli said the strategy would strengthen outcomes for veterans and their families.
"Our Government is proud to develop the first Veterans' Strategy in Queensland, emphasising our commitment to improving support and services for veterans and their families," Premier Crisafulli said.
"We want to hear about the issues faced by veterans, their families, and their communities including transitioning to civilian life, employment opportunities, and health and wellbeing, so we can improve their experience during and after service.
"Veterans have a positive role to play in community life and bring a unique outlook and knowledge, which is why we want them to provide input into the strategy.
"We are working with veterans to protect the legacy of those who have served and to shape outcomes for the future, and our message is simple – your voice matters."
