The Returned & Services League of Australia
The RSL is Australia's largest ex-service organisation, dedicated to serving those who have served, since 1916.
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RSL Elects New National President
The Returned & Services League of Australia (RSL) is proud to announce that Peter Tinley AM has been formally elected as the new National President following a vote by representatives of the RSL’s State and Territory Branches.
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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.
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Team RSL at the Australian Masters Games
Team RSL has hit the ground running at the Australian Masters Games in Canberra, with competitors across multiple disciplines showing determination, sportsmanship and impressive results across the opening days of competition.
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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.
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.
Connect with your State Branch.
