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In reply to Mr PEDERICK (Hammond) (25 June 2025). (Estimates Committee A)
The Hon. J.K. SZAKACS (Cheltenham—Minister for Trade and Investment, Minister for Local Government, Minister for Veterans' Affairs): I have been advised that for Veterans SA:
The following table provides the requested information on grant program/funds under my responsibility for the 2025-26, 2026-27 and 2027-28 financial years—Controlled:
| Grant program/fund name | Purpose of grant program/fund | 2025-26 Estimate $000 | 2026-27 Estimate $000 | 2027-28 Estimate $000 |
| Veterans SA | ||||
| Veterans Community Programs Fund | To support community-based initiatives that enhance the wellbeing and social connection of veterans and their families. | 170 | 170 | 250 |
| RSL SA Employment Program | Delivered by RSL SA to assist veterans in gaining meaningful employment through tailored career support and job-readiness services. | 80 | 80 | _ |
| Anzac Day Commemoration Fund | To support community projects that honour military service, educate the public about ANZAC Day, and benefit South Australia's veteran community. | 100 | 100 | 102 |
| Legacy Club of SA & Broken Hill Annual Grant | To support Legacy’s delivery of services and welfare programs for the dependants of deceased and injured veterans. | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| RSL SA, NT & Broken Hill Annual Grant | To assist RSL’s delivery of Anzac Day, Remembrance Day and other commemorative days of significance for the state. | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Research Funding Grant | To support research that contributes to improved outcomes for the veteran community in South Australia. | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Veterans SA Tertiary Scholarship Fund | To support the educational aspirations of veterans and their immediate family members through tertiary scholarships. | 52 | 53 | 54 |
| Advancement Fund | This is a new fund comprising:Minor Grants Fund ($40,000) – to provide small-scale financial support for local veterans-focussed initiatives and projectsCapacity Building Grant Fund ($30,000)—To strengthen the capability and sustainability of veteran and ex-service organisations across South Australia.Commemorative Services Grant Fund ($15,000)—To enable the delivery of commemorative activities that honour military service and preserve the legacy of veterans | 85 | 85 | 85 |
| Centennial Park Cemetery Authority | To support the ongoing maintenance and preservation of dedicated veteran memorial areas within Centennial Park. | 117 | 120 | 123 |
| Power Community Limited ADF Veterans’ Program | To deliver wellbeing and transition support programs to veterans through sport-led engagement and outreach. | 60 | 60 | _ |
| Headstone Project – SA | To support Headstone SA’s work in dedicating unmarked graves of Australian veterans, ensuring they receive appropriate recognition. | 20 | 20 | _ |
| AVSA Commemorative Services Grant | To fund commemorative events coordinated by Aboriginal Veterans SA that recognise the military service of First Nations veterans. | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| FY2024-25 Carryover funding | To support the establishment of a Korean War memorial | 600 | - | - |
The following table provides details, including the value and beneficiary, or any commitments already made to be funded from the program or funds mentioned in the previous answer.
| Grant program / fund name | Beneficiary / Recipient | Purpose | Value$ |
| Veterans SA | |||
| RSL SA Employment Program | RSL SA, NT & Broken Hill Annual Grant | Delivered by RSL SA to assist veterans in gaining meaningful employment through tailored career support and job-readiness services. | 160 |
| Legacy Club of SA & Broken Hill Annual Grant | Legacy Club of SA & Broken Hill Annual Grant | To support Legacy’s delivery of services and welfare programs for the dependants of deceased and injured veterans. | 300 |
| RSL SA, NT & Broken Hill Annual Grant | RSL SA, NT & Broken Hill Annual Grant | To assist RSL’s delivery of Anzac Day, Remembrance Day and other commemorative days of significance for the state | 300 |
| Centennial Park Cemetery Authority | Centennial Park Cemetery Authority | To support the ongoing maintenance and preservation of dedicated veteran memorial areas within Centennial Park. | 360 |
| Power Community Limited ADF Veterans’ Program | Power Community Limited | To deliver wellbeing and transition support programs to veterans through sport-led engagement and outreach. | 120 |
| Headstone Project – SA | Headstone Project – SA | To support Headstone SA’s work in dedicating unmarked graves of Australian veterans, ensuring they receive appropriate recognition. | 40 |
| AVSA Commemorative Services Grant | Aboriginal Veterans SA | To fund commemorative events coordinated by Aboriginal Veterans SA that recognise the military service of First Nations veterans. | 15 |
| Anzac Day Commemoration Fund | Anzac Day Commemoration Fund | To support community projects that honour military service, educate the public about ANZAC Day, and benefit South Australia's veteran community. | 302 |
The following table provides the requested information on grant program/funds under my responsibility for the 2025-26, 2026-27 and 2027-28 financial years—
Administered:
| Grant program/fund name | Purpose of grant program/fund | 2025-26 Estimate $000 | 2026-27 Estimate $000 | 2027-28 Estimate $000 |
| Veterans SA | ||||
| Anzac Day Commemoration Fund | To support community projects that honour military service, educate the public about ANZAC Day, and benefit South Australia's veteran community. | 100 | 100 | 102 |
The following table provides details, including the value and beneficiary, or any commitments already made to be funded from the program or funds mentioned in the previous answer.
| Grant program/ fund name | Beneficiary/ Recipient | Purpose | Value$ |
| Veterans SA | |||
| Anzac Day Commemoration Fund Anzac Day Commemoration Fund | Various | To support community projects that honour military service, educate the public about ANZAC Day, and benefit South Australia's veteran community. | 302 |