Veterans support

    We’re proud to support veterans and their families across the Northern Territory (NT) through targeted programs, grants and events.

    Operation Thrive

    Operation Thrive supports veterans and their families with:

    • transition, employment and education
    • health and wellbeing
    • respect and recognition.

    This initiative was shaped by the real-life experiences of veterans and their families in the NT.

    It builds on the Northern Territory (NT) Defence Veterans Strategy PDF (2.9 MB) and delivers practical projects to make life better for veterans and their families.

    Veteran Community Grant

    We provide grants of up to $20,000 to eligible organisations and community groups.

    Funding supports activities that:

    • improve the physical or emotional wellbeing of the veteran community
    • create opportunities for community connection and participation
    • are accessible to a wide range of people in the veteran community
    • promote services and support available in the NT
    • recognise and celebrate the veteran community.

    The Veteran Community Grant Program will offer 3 funding rounds, with each round open for 3 weeks.

    Round 1

    • Applications open on Monday 27 July 2026 at noon.
    • Applications close on Friday 14 August 2026 at noon.

    Round 2

    • Applications open on Monday 2 November 2026 at noon.
    • Applications close on Friday 20 November 2026 at noon.

    Round 3

    • Applications open on Monday 1 March 2027 at noon.
    • Applications close on Friday 19 March 2027 at noon.

    For more information or to apply, go to GrantsNT.

    Check your mates

    Staying connected makes a difference. We encourage you to check in on 5 mates, which is a small action that strengthens wellbeing within the veterans community.

    You can #CheckYourMates by:

    • connecting and making time to meet
    • yarning and taking the time to listen
    • motivating and encouraging action to get support if needed.

    A simple phone call or catch-up could change someone’s day or their life.

    If you or someone you know needs support, contact:

    Health

    You can make an appointment with a GP trained in veterans' health and wellness care.

    Contact a veterans' health clinic to make an appointment:

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