Australian Veteran Health Services

31/10/2025

Where your medical expertise meets meaningful purpose 🇦🇺 Help us support Australian veterans with the quality healthcare they deserve. Modern clinics, excellent benefits, real impact.

We're currently seeking Medical Practitioners for our clinics in Deakin, Canberra and Springfield Central, Brisbane.

Apply today!

Canberra, https://lnkd.in/gJY28s27
Brisbane, https://lnkd.in/gUw2PgA8

30/10/2025

Veterans deserve support not sales tactics.

AVHS proudly supports the Repatriation Commission’s Statement on Advocacy, which calls out the rise of commercial operators putting profit before veterans. While most advocates act with integrity, we agree it’s time to lift standards and protect veterans from fees and misleading practices.

Our clinics - run by veterans, for veterans - offer bulk-billed medical care and DVA claims support. No fees. No commissions. Just the help veterans have earned.

We thank the Commission for its leadership and stand united in putting veterans first.

🔗 Read the full statement: https://avhs.com.au/avhs-supports-repatriation-commissions-stand-on-advocacy/

28/10/2025

Our Director and Co-Founder, Dr Andrew Cronin, was recently invited to give evidence in person to the Senate Inquiry into Advocacy Services for Veterans, recommending stronger oversight for the sector, more rigorous accreditation, and an end to commission-based models.

Watch his opening statement here.

Our Director and co-founder Dr Andrew Cronin was recently invited to give evidence in person to the Senate Inquiry into Advocacy Services for Veterans, recom...

22/10/2025

Many veterans have told us they’re worried about paid advocacy firms making false promises - and rightly so.

At Australian Veteran Health Services (AVHS), we agree that no veteran should be exploited when seeking support for their service-related health needs. As an accredited medical service built for veterans by veterans, we are 100% focused on genuine care and ethical advocacy - not profit.

We recently made a submission to the Senate Inquiry into Advocacy Services for Veterans, recommending stronger oversight for the sector, more rigorous accreditation, and an end to commission-based models.

Our Director and co-founder Dr Andrew Cronin was recently invited to give evidence in person to the Senate committee. He reaffirmed our commitment to putting veterans first and thanked senators for their dedication to improving support services. We look forward to the final report from the inquiry.

Read our submission here: https://avhs.com.au/avhs-submission-to-the-senate-inquiry-into-advocacy-services-for-veterans/

14/10/2025

Great to participate in the Queensland Veterans and Veterans’ Families Strategy Consultation alongside valued partners including a crucial opportunity to collaborate with leaders and organisations dedicated to improving outcomes for our veteran community.

Really appreciated Premier David Crisafulli () making time to discuss the vital work AVHS is doing for veterans’ health and future opportunities for collaboration across Queensland. Many thanks to State Member for Mundingburra Janelle Poole () for facilitating these important connections.

Great to have our team there sharing their experiences and insights. As a veteran-led health provider, we’ve been on both sides of the fence and know what it means to truly understand and support those who’ve served.

All veterans, all voices. Proud to be part of a collaborative effort making a genuine impact for veterans in Queensland and across the country.

01/10/2025

Important Clarification

We’re Australian Veteran Health Services (AVHS) - and we sometimes get mixed up with other organisations!

Just a friendly reminder that we’re a separate entity from Veterans Health Centre and other similarly named services. We’re not affiliated with any other veteran health organisations.

If you’re looking for AVHS specifically, you’ve found the right place! 🇦🇺

For any questions about our services, feel free to reach out directly.

23/09/2025

THE THRIVING VETERAN

The Thriving Veteran is a highlight of Defence Families Day at the Repat!

Hosted by Aussie Frontline Foundation and presented by Dr Dan Pronk - former SASR

What to Expect:
🌟 Strategies to Manage Stress
🌟 Tools to Build Resilience
🌟 Supportive Community Atmosphere

Event Schedule:
Session 1: The Thriving Veteran — 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Kickstart your day with practical advice and inspiring discussions to help you thrive beyond service.

Session 2: Resilience Workshops — 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Dive deeper into resilience-building techniques with hands-on workshops tailored to veterans’ experiences.

Tickets are free and limited to 100 - so don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow.

Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/the-thriving-veteran

23/09/2025

🎉 DEFENCE FAMILIES DAY 🎉
Saturday 11th October | 10AM-2PM | FREE EVENT

Join us for a fantastic family-friendly day celebrating our current and ex-serving members and their families!

🚁 Drone Display
🥞 Free Pancakes
⚽ Get Active Sports
ℹ️ Information Stalls
🎨 Kids Crafts
🎵 Live Music
🏃 Memorial Trail
🌭 Sausage Sizzle

📍 Veteran Wellbeing Centre, Repat Health Precinct
216 Daws Rd, Daw Park | Free parking via Goodwood Rd

Special Event: THE THRIVING VETERAN
Join Dr Dan Pronk for an exclusive presentation & workshop designed specifically for current and ex-serving ADF members.

📅 Special Event for everybody
🎯 Expert-led workshop with Dr Dan Pronk

Register now: www.humanitix.com/the-thriving-veteran

27/06/2025

🇦🇺 Great response from 50 serving Army members at RAAF Base Edinburgh! Our AVHS team shared info on DVA pathways and veteran care services. All leaflets taken, follow-up sessions requested. Proud to support our defence community at every stage.

24/04/2025

ANZAC Day 2025 - A Message from AVHS

This ANZAC Day, as we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of our service men and women, AVHS extends our deepest respect to all who have served our nation.

We recognise that the impacts of service can extend far beyond active duty. To those carrying invisible wounds - the psychological and physical effects of war - please know you’re not alone.

Reaching out takes tremendous courage. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is treatable, and recovery is possible. There is strength in seeking support.

We stand with you.

14/11/2024

Resilience plays a significant part in our well-being, so RSL Active and The Resilience Shield have teamed up to develop a series of videos on important steps we can take to maintain our health and well-being.

https://www.rslaustralia.org/all-veterans-wellness-toolbox

The Resilience Shield’s videos highlight areas from their research into what resilience is and how it can be developed in individuals to become more resilient in their day-to-day lives.

Their discussions introduce concepts and techniques for developing and maintaining resilience through mindset, mindfulness, quality sleep, injury management, social engagements and other factors.

NB. This post is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to replace professional care. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please seek guidance from a licensed provider. Your well-being is important, and professional support is essential for proper care.

10/11/2024

Today’s 11th hour is an opportunity to pause and pay respect to the service and sacrifice of our Veterans and current serving personnel.

The RSL have an interactive map to locate Remembrance Day services across Australia today which generally commence prior to 11am.

https://www.remembertoremember.com.au/plan-your-remembrance-day

Whether at a service, at work or home, pausing for just a minute means so much.

Lest We Forget.