Information for Families
On this page, we provide useful links for families of Defence personnel
Defence Community Organisation
Defence is dedicated to recognising the very important and valuable role of ADF members and their families in the achievement of the Defence mission. While carrying out their daily tasks, whether here in Australia or deployed overseas on operations, our personnel need to be assured that their families are well cared for and have the support they need.
National Welfare Coordination Centre
The National Welfare Coordination centre was established to provide a 24-hour point of contact and information service for families of personnel deployed or in support of operations and designated exercises.
Defence Personnel Portal
Provides access to personnel related information from across Defence, regardless of organisational structure.
Defence Personnel Support and Amenities
Personnel Support and Amenities is an integral component in the retention and sustainment of ADF service men and women through our provision of valued welfare and amenity programs, products and services.
Defence Families Australia
Defence Families of Australia (DFA) is a group formed to represent the views of Defence families. Its aim is to improve the quality of life for Defence families by providing a recognised forum for their views and by reporting, making recommendations and influencing policy that directly affects families.
Defence Special Needs Support Group
The Defence Special Needs Support Group is the only Australian charity dedicated to providing support, information and assistance to Australian Defence Force families who have someone with special needs.
Defence Housing Australia
Defence Housing Australia (DHA) was established in 1987 to provide housing for members of the Australian Defence Force and their families.
Defence Support Group
Defence Support Group (DSG) is a consolidated service delivery organisation for Defence. DSG provides a large range of products and services across Australia to support Defence capability in areas such as legal, health, garrison and personnel matters through to facilities and assets management. The range of products and services enables DSG to work towards its mission and support over 90,000 Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel, APS employees and contracted service providers.
Veterans’ Affairs
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs