General News
15 June, 2026
Grant for RSL veterans
THE memory of Queensland’s servicemen and women is set to be honoured in perpetuity, with the announcement of the inaugural round of the ‘Honouring Our Veterans’ program, including the Babinda RSL.
The organisation has been given $30,194.65 to create “a better, safer space for veteran social connections.
The $6 million ‘Honouring our Veterans’ grants program includes major projects such as building improvements, creating or refurbishing war memorials, avenues of honour and memorial gardens, and purchasing new equipment.
They can also be received for supporting special events, activities and initiatives commemorating our veterans.
Queensland is home to the largest population of veterans in Australia with more than 163,000 current serving and former Australian Defence Force personnel living in the State.
Premier and for Veterans Minister David Crisafulli said the government was delivering a fresh start for veterans and their families.
“This is about helping commemorate our current and past ex-servicemen and women, so generations of Queenslanders can recognise the great sacrifices they’ve made,” he said.
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