The Returned & Services League of Australia

The RSL is Australia's largest ex-service organisation, dedicated to serving those who have served, since 1916.

  • RSL National President's Chair in the National Board Room

    Election for RSL National President

    The RSL is preparing for a change in leadership as RSL National President Greg Melick steps down after six and a half years of service in the leading veteran role.

    Three exceptional candidates have been nominated by their State Branches.

    Meet the nominees
  • RSL National President public speaking

    National Advocacy

    The RSL is one of the most respected voices representing veterans, directly influencing the Federal Government. We advocate on important issues to current and former serving ADF members and their families.

    We defend their rights and benefits and fight to ensure the government puts the needs of those who have served their country first.  

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  • Veterans standing shoulder to shoulder

    RSL Membership

    Belong to the RSL and get involved in Australia’s largest veteran community.  The RSL welcomes new members and encourages you to belong to the RSL family. 

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  • 2023 RSL Scholarship Winner Matilda Langham

    RSL Scholarships

    Applications are now open!

    RSL Australia sponsors scholarships for children and grandchildren of Australian veterans.  Applications for the 2026 Scholarships will be accepted between 18 August and 31 October 2025.

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A Voice for Veterans

RSL Australia is a leading voice for veterans (both current and former serving ADF members) and their families, working on behalf of our independent State and Territory Branches to shape policy, legislation, and the national agenda on veterans’ affairs with the Federal Government and relevant stakeholders.  

 RSL Australia advocates to ensure the needs of veterans and their families are met, and their voices are heard.  

The RSL State, District and Sub-branches across the nation provide a broad range of welfare and wellbeing services, programs and events for current and former ADF members and their families.   RSL Memberships are managed by State Branches.

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 Latest News

 
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RSL NSW Matters Must Be Resolved in Veterans’ Interests

The Returned & Services League of Australia (RSL) urges the RSL NSW Board to promptly resolve conflicts within RSL New South Wales, and with its Sub-Branches and associated entities. RSL National stands ready to provide any assistance that may help bring about a resolution of the current issues in the best interests of the veteran community.

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ESORT Communique - 23 September 2025

RSL Australia attended the ESORT (Ex-Service Organisation Round Table) meeting on Tuesday, 23 September 2025. Here is the communique provided by DVA summarising the meeting.

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Two Daves, One Ride: A Journey of Mateship, Motorbikes and Men’s Health

For many who take part in the Long Ride, it’s about more than just motorcycles. It’s about community, challenge, and a shared mission: raising awareness for prostate cancer and Men’s health across Australia. Among this year’s riders are two generations of Dave’s, who originated from the opposite side of the world to join the journey to Esperance, WA.

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A special event to acknowledge Australia's War Correspondents

Today, members of the public, media representatives, and officials gathered at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra to commemorate the service of Australia's war correspondents. The event marked the 10th anniversary of the War Correspondents memorial's dedication and was a tribute to all journalists, photographers, artists, camera and sound operators, and other media who have covered the nation’s involvement in wars and conflicts and to those who sacrificed their lives in the pursuit of truth. 

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