AVCAT - Australian Veterans' Children Assistance Trust

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The Australian Veteran’s Children Assistance Trust (AVCAT) is a national independent charity helping the children and grandchildren of ex-service men and women with tertiary education to create better futures for themselves.

"Breaking barriers, the first in my family to step into higher education, crafting a legacy one degree at a time." Madis...
28/04/2026

"Breaking barriers, the first in my family to step into higher education, crafting a legacy one degree at a time." Madison Gallaway, 2012 RSL Queensland Scholar.
Head to our website https://avcat.org.au/stories/ to read Madison's inspiring story.

Earlier in April, AVCAT Scholarships Manager, Robyn Richardson, visited Gallipoli. In her words "It was a moving and edu...
24/04/2026

Earlier in April, AVCAT Scholarships Manager, Robyn Richardson, visited Gallipoli. In her words "It was a moving and educational day." Here are some photos taken by Robyn at Anzac Cove.

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.

In the lead up to ANZAC Day AVCAT CEO, Len Russell, attended another Commemoration Service at Club Five Dock. Greeted by...
23/04/2026

In the lead up to ANZAC Day AVCAT CEO, Len Russell, attended another Commemoration Service at Club Five Dock. Greeted by a wonderful display of artwork created by the primary school children from the surrounding area, the crowd proceeded to march up the main streets of Five Dock, concluding at the Five Dock Park. The service was led by Mr Robert Ridge (President, Five Dock RSL Sub-Branch) and conducted by Rev Trevor Young, Royal Australian Army Reserve Chaplain, with guest speaker, Group Captain Jason Lind BEng (Aero) Mgmt. Music by the NSW Police Band.

In the lead-up to ANZAC Day 2026 AVCAT CEO, Len Russell, attended the ANZAC Commemoration Ceremony at the Kokoda Track M...
20/04/2026

In the lead-up to ANZAC Day 2026 AVCAT CEO, Len Russell, attended the ANZAC Commemoration Ceremony at the Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway. The morning was initially filled with the sounds of Piper Graham Jewell from the Burwood RSL Sub-Branch Pipes and Drums. Guest speaker, General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK AC (Mil) CVO MC (Retd), 26th Governor-General of Australia spoke about the service, sacrifice and mateship of those past servicemen and servicewomen as well as the service of our current defence forces. Wreaths were laid along the path leading up to and including the Memorial’s Centrepiece.

"Scholarship an instrumental impact on my success"Our 2023 Families of Veterans Guild scholar, talks about his grandfath...
03/03/2026

"Scholarship an instrumental impact on my success"
Our 2023 Families of Veterans Guild scholar, talks about his grandfather's service, what that has meant to him and the difference an AVCAT scholarship has made to his academic journey. Read about it here on our website https://avcat.org.au/scholarship-an-instrumental-impact-on-my-success/

"Support Turns Dreams into Reality"Daisy King, Long Tan Bursary 2023 recipient, shares her journey and what the scholars...
03/02/2026

"Support Turns Dreams into Reality"
Daisy King, Long Tan Bursary 2023 recipient, shares her journey and what the scholarship meant to her. Read the full story on our website www.avcat.org.au

"Without the support of AVCAT and the Long Tan Bursary I would not be where I am today and would not be fortunate enough...
28/12/2025

"Without the support of AVCAT and the Long Tan Bursary I would not be where I am today and would not be fortunate enough to become a doctor."
Mary Gough, one of our 2024 Long Tan Bursary recipients, talks about how the scholarship changed her life. Head to our website www.avcat.org.au to read about it. Note: The AVCAT office will reopen on Monday 5th January 2026

The AVCAT office will be closed from midday Thursday 18th December and reopening Monday 5th January.
17/12/2025

The AVCAT office will be closed from midday Thursday 18th December and reopening Monday 5th January.

AVCAT is pleased to announce City of Blacktown RSL sub-Branch as a new sponsor for 2026. President of Blacktown RSL-sub ...
16/12/2025

AVCAT is pleased to announce City of Blacktown RSL sub-Branch as a new sponsor for 2026.
President of Blacktown RSL-sub Branch, Bradley Lawless JP, states
“The Blacktown RSL sub-Branch is proud to support AVCAT in building tomorrow’s heroes today. By investing in the education of veterans’ children and grandchildren, we are helping create a brighter future and honouring the service of those who came before.”

AVCAT CEO Len Russell comments
"By the City of Blacktown RSL sub-Branch sponsoring a child/grandchild of a veteran in their pursuit of a tertiary education, they are clearly demonstrating their dedication and commitment to making a long-term meaningful impact on the lives of an Australian veteran family.”

We welcome the City of Blacktown RSL sub-Branch and look forward to a great working relationship.

AVCAT extends our heartfelt condolences to all impacted by the tragic events at Bondi yesterday.
15/12/2025

AVCAT extends our heartfelt condolences to all impacted by the tragic events at Bondi yesterday.

Address

Level 9 31 Market Street
Sydney, NSW
2000

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm

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