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Veterans’ Entitlements, Treatment and Support (Simplification and Harmonisation) Act 2025

Act No. 17 of 2025 · Assented 20 February 2025

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In brief

Amends veterans' entitlements, treatment and military rehabilitation and compensation laws to simplify and align them, moving future claims to a single ongoing Act from 1 July 2026.

Who's affected

  • Veterans and former Defence Force members
  • Current Defence Force members
  • Families and dependants of veterans
  • Veterans' affairs decision-making bodies

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