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Patrick Pickering – AVCAT Scholar

I have loved every minute of university. By Patrick Pickering My name is Patrick Pickering. I am 22 years old and studying law and psychology at the University of Tasmania. Patrick Pickering From a young age, my parents instilled in me a deep respect and passion for spending time in...

Thank You Morning Tea

AVCAT hosts five long-term NSW and national sponsors at a celebratory morning tea L-R: Len Russell - CEO, AVCAT; Robyn Richardson - Scholarships Manager, AVCAT; Malcolm Dimmock - Director, Chatswood RSL Club; Renee Wilson - CEO, Australian War Widows NSW; Anne Samuelson - Manager - Professional Team, NSW Nurses &...

2023 Queensland Scholarship Presentation

Congratulations to all our 2023 Queensland scholars. By Len Russell, CEO AVCAT L-R: Robert Doust, Annika Tulk, Sarah Richards, Katie Collins, Thomas Gleeson, D'Archy Hay, Brooke Mitchell, Florence Matthews, Jasmine Lakey, Len Russell - CEO AVCAT, Teisha Gay, Lily Dwan, Tyler Brown, Jaidyn Roberts We had a wonderful winter’s morning...

2023 South Australia Scholarship Presentation

Much of my work is dedicated to bettering the lives of veterans living with PTSD. Of course, none of this would have been possible without AVCAT. Chloe Dean, AVCAT Alumni L-R: Len Russell - CEO AVCAT, Cahill McIntyre, Chloe Dean - AVCAT Alumni, Chelsea Viner, Ethan Thompson-Skene, Janice Silby -...

2023 Victoria Scholarship Presentation

Seeing new scholars receive their certificates is the most rewarding part of my job. Len Russell, CEO AVCAT L-R: Mara Dalton, Shaley Mackay, Abigail Paduch, Eve Miller, Len Russell CEO AVCAT, Saxon Perry, Elsie Callahan, Ellie Holland, Riley Anderson, Kaetlyn Corry By Len Russell, AVCAT CEO The Victorian scholarship ceremony...

Celebrating 20 Years of AVCAT

AVCAT celebrated 20 years of scholarships at a memorable evening at the Anzac Memorial in Hyde Park, Sydney.  L-R: Major General Bill Crews AO (Retd), Tahlia Gow, Michael Pavey, Kirk Chilcott, Her Excellency Mrs Linda Hurley, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Danielle Peck, Rory Hansell,...

2022 NSW Presentation Event

Back Row L-R: Victoria Benz; Len Russell; Shannon Baker; Jasmine Hair; Portia Yates; Taryn McCarthy; Corey East; Thomas Landes; The Hon Matt Thistlethwaite MP Front Row L-R: Lachlan Cooke; Dyontae Barnes; Olivia Lotz; Tiarni Irvine Victoria Benz, Deputy Commissioner Department of Veterans Affairs NSW/ACT welcomed scholars, their families, and distinguished...

Taryn McCarthy – AVCAT Scholar

My dad was a very pivotal and important figure in my life, and his death hit me like a brick... I’m sharing this brief glimpse into the hurt because despite all the fears that I would never be able to live a happy life, with time and the right people...

Chloe Dean – AVCAT Scholar

By Chloe Dean Chloe, her Dad & Service Dog Bailey My name is Chloe and I am honoured to be a recipient of the Legacy Australia - John Gough Memorial Scholarship. Each ANZAC Day, I march with my Dad and proudly hold his hand. Each generation of my family has...

2022 SA Presentation Event

Dr Rachel Crook, Tessa Colligan, Ruby Moore, Janice Silby DC DVA, Tiahana Yates, Amber Maynard-Finlayson, Len Russell CEO AVCAT Congratulations to all our South Australian AVCAT Scholars Amber Maynard-Finlayson, Brett Grosser President TPI SA Neil Nicols, Tessa Colligan, Gladys Nichols Ruby Moore, Len Russell CEO AVCAT Amber Maynard-Finlayson & guests...

Farewell David Norton FCA

From the Chair of the Board of AVCAT – Major General Bill Crews AO (Retd) David Norton FCA David Norton joined AVCAT in 2011 as the Alternate Director nominated by Legacy Australia. He brought with him a lifetime of experience both in Legacy and as a highly- qualified accountant. Predictably,...

AVCAT Alumnus Calls for More Sponsorship in WA

“It has long been known that children of veterans tend to experience greater financial disadvantage and are less likely to complete post-secondary education than the general population.” In July, AVCAT Alumnus Dr Anthony Rengel gave a moving speech at the WA Australian Air Force Cadets Reunion. Dr Rengel highlighted some...

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