National Veterans' Affairs Committee (NVAC)
The RSL Australia National Veterans’ Affairs Committee (NVAC) is the key forum for policy discussion and development. The Committee comprises delegates from each of the RSL State Branches and is chaired by Chris Hamilton (RSL Queensland).
The Committee meets every two months and is tasked with developing national policy positions with a view to influencing outcomes for veterans and their families. This Committee works to develop a collective response to changes in Government policy, legislation and regulation to ensure the National Board is thoroughly briefed and prepared to shape the national veteran advocacy agenda.
RSL Members are encouraged to submit issues for NVAC to discuss using the form at the bottom of this page.
National Veterans’ Affairs Committee Communiqué
August 2025: Changing Landscape of Claims Advocacy
Over the past few months, RSL has become aware of increasingly concerning behaviours in the claims advocacy sector – impacting veterans, advocates and DVA delegates. The issue was discussed at the NVAC meeting on 29 July 2025 and this Communiqué was requested by NVAC members.
We are hearing reports of "kickbacks" being offered to individual advocates for referrals, directing clients away from not-for-profit service providers in favour of commercial entities that are driven by profit.
Submit an issue for discussion
Use the form below to submit an issue for discussion. Your form will be received by RSL Australia who will share the information with relevant State Branches.