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
5 November 2025
The committee is evolving from a discussion group into an advisory and policy forum to ensure the League communicates with stakeholders in a unified way. Guests Tara Cavanagh (DVA) and Michael von Berg (IVA) provided updates on the establishment of the Institute of Veterans' Advocates (IVA). Key agenda items included reviewing the Senate report on advocacy services, preparing a submission to DVA on the importance of mTBI research, and advocating to ESORT. The RSL National Office also received a Grant in Aid from DVA to hold a Policy Dialogue event. The Committee continues to monitor the Medical Information Ecosystem Review concerning the sharing of veterans' medical information.
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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.