AVAC Services

12/05/2026

Having a social life or a hobby is huge, and it is not something you should ever be held back from doing.

Issues like tinnitus and social anxiety make social settings and hobbies much harder, if not impossible, for a lot of ex-service members to deal with. These are also issues that often get worse with time and are frequently left unchecked because they were "tolerable" when you first left the service.

Under the new rules, if your condition has worsened by at least 5 points, you can trigger a new PI assessment. If you’ve been "putting up with it" for years and it’s getting harder to manage, now is the time to review your file before the transition to the Single Act model on July 1, 2026.

It is free to fill out an enquiry form.
It is free to book an appointment with a case manager.
Free advice, education and guidance.

Veteran owned & operated, AVAC is a specialist DVA claims advocate service, providing expert and compassionate guidance through claims, reviews and appeals.

11/05/2026

Veteran Business Community Networking for Veteran Owned Business in Townsville !!

Who’s Coming ?

🤝 VBC FNQ Networking Catch-Ups | Townsville

We’re heading up north for back-to-back VBC networking catch-ups across Far North Queensland.

If you’re in Townsville, this is a great chance to connect with fellow veteran business owners, share what you’re working on, and build relationships within the community.

📍 Townsville — 13 May 2026
Location: The Brewery
Time: 1800-2100h

These are relaxed, informal sessions. Just good people, good conversations, and a strong community.

We’d love to see you there.
RSVP here: https://dvnde.share.hsforms.com/2dKxiwGd3RUO2y-ey69yCig

06/05/2026

Veterans often only claim for their primary injury (e.g., a knee reconstruction), but ignore the "secondary" issues it causes.

More often than not, the effects of an injury carry over to other parts of the body and mind over time. These issues need to be recognised, not ignored.

Knowing which pathways to take makes the difference between simply "putting up with it" and receiving the services you are entitled to.

That is why we exist.
It is free to fill out an enquiry form
It is free to book an appt with case manager
Free advise - education and guidance.

Veteran owned & operated, AVAC is a specialist DVA claims advocate service, providing expert and compassionate guidance through claims, reviews and appeals.

01/05/2026

Supporting Althea Projects Inc. Townsville ❤️

They do so much for local families—often behind the scenes—providing support, stability, and care when it’s needed most. Our community is stronger because of organisations like this.

Grateful to play a small part in supporting the work they do.

✨ Thank You to Our Winter Wonderland Sponsors ✨
As we prepare for an unforgettable Winter Wonderland Gala, we want to extend our deepest thanks to our Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Partner Sponsors.

Your support brings this magical evening to life and directly helps us continue our work supporting vulnerable children, families and individuals through the work we do. We simply couldn’t do this without you.

Thank you to our Platinum Sponsor Jess Whaites - Whaites + Co, our Gold Sponsors Myer Townsville, Pickerings Auto Group, our Silver Sponsor AVAC Services, our Bronze Sponsors Who can the Handyman and Cowboys Leagues Club, and our Partner Sponsors Kalo Law Group and Star 106.3 Townsville

30/04/2026

Serving or recently served?

Not sure what you’re entitled to through DVA?

We make it simple.

✔️ Free consultation
✔️ Free advice
✔️ Free guidance

Find out where you stand—no obligation.

👉 Click below to get started

https://forms.zohopublic.com.au/avacservices/form/AVACServicesReferralForm/formperma/GkxK0giXoIrPYTeeE5LslCQPBWBPYIK7g89sLeW1h4U?zf_pf_id=6397

25/04/2026

AVAC were proud to support JP Marto Jared in getting to the Kokoda Track for ANZAC Day.

It’s a meaningful way to reflect, remember, and honour those who served.

Well done, Jared ! Proud of you !

Lest we forget.

24/04/2026

Our Townsville Team supporting local Veterans at Wounded Heroes Veteran Centre Townsville fortnightly Banjo’s ☕️

20/04/2026

Well done Kristian … 😍😍

Panel Speaker Announcement 🔥

Kristian Lannu is the Founder and Managing Director of AVAC Services, a veteran-focused advocacy and consulting organisation born from lived experience and a deep commitment to change.

Having faced service-related injury and his own battles with suicidality, Kristian brings a raw, real-world understanding to the work he does supporting veterans through some of their toughest moments.

What started as hands-on support helping veterans navigate complex DVA and compensation systems has grown into something much bigger, a mission to improve systems, raise standards, and remove barriers to care.
Today, Kristian works at a strategic level, strengthening collaboration between government, providers, and community organisations to create more effective, sustainable support for veterans and their families.

With AVAC Services transitioning into a regulated legal firm under Standto Legal in 2026, Kristian continues to push for greater accountability, professionalism, and real impact across the sector. A respected speaker in the mental health and veteran space, Kristian uses his lived experience to challenge stigma, spark important conversations, and advocate for practical solutions that truly make a difference.

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17/04/2026

Great write-up on our Owner/Operator ❤️

We’re incredibly excited to be partnering with PTSD Resurrected inc. Our shared passion for supporting veteran wellbeing aligns perfectly.

Here’s a little more about the Behind The Mask Gala 2026 naming sponsors


Kristian is the Founder and Managing Director of AVAC Services, a veteran-focused advocacy and consulting organisation established during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. His pathway into this work is deeply personal. Having experienced multiple su***de attempts and service-related injury, Kristian brings lived understanding that shapes his commitment to supporting veterans through some of their most challenging periods.

What began as hands-on casework helping veterans navigate DVA claims and complex compensation systems has grown into a broader mission: improving systems, raising standards, and removing barriers to care and support.

Today, Kristian works primarily at a strategic level as a Director and Consultant, focusing on sector-wide impact. He strengthens collaboration between government, providers, and community organisations while building sustainable frameworks that improve outcomes for veterans and their families.

A significant milestone in this journey is the transition of AVAC Services into a regulated legal firm, operating under Standto Legal, with completion expected by mid 2026. This reflects a deliberate move toward greater accountability, professionalism, and trusted legal representation within the veteran support space.

Kristian is also a respected speaker in the mental health and veteran community, drawing on his lived experience with suicidality and recovery to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and advocate for practical, forward-thinking solutions.

He is deeply committed to supporting the veteran community beyond his professional work, actively contributing to local charities, events, and initiatives that support veterans and their families. Kristian believes real impact is made not only through systems, but through presence, connection, and ongoing community engagement.

With a background in electrotechnology and telecommunications, combined with proven leadership and resilience, Kristian remains focused on building a veteran support system that is compassionate, credible, and sustainable, ensuring no veteran is left behind.

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10/04/2026

Townsville is growing!
We need some exceptional people to grow with us!

AVAC Services is looking for a Medical Evidence Coordinator to join our Townsville team on a part-time basis (36 hours per week), Tuesday - Friday.

At AVAC, we advocate for Australian veterans navigating claims with the Department of Veterans Affairs. The work we do is meaningful, fast-paced, and the person in this role sits at the heart of it.

You will coordinate all medical evidence across our client base, lead a small team of clinically trained staff, and make sure nothing falls through the cracks. You will need to be agile and able to pivot when priorities shift, and bring genuine empathy to every client interaction, because our clients are veterans, and many of them are carrying more than most.

The ideal candidate would come from medical administration, health insurance, workers compensation, a medicolegal environment, or clinical background. They must understand diagnostic requirements and how to lead a team!

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

Send your resume and a brief cover letter to
Rachellef@avac-services.com

09/04/2026

This is Jared, currently serving in the RAAF.

With Anzac Day approaching, Jared set himself a personal goal — to take on the Kokoda Track. A meaningful journey that reflects both service and remembrance.

AVAC Services is proud to support Jared along the way.

Follow along as he carries our pull-up flag with him on the track, sharing the experience and what it represents.