Northland veterans forum makes it easier for veterans to access support

Veterans’ Affairs will be in Kerikeri later this month to meet with veterans and their whānau from Te Tai Tokerau.

13 May, 2025

Veterans' Affairs is putting the call out for serving and former NZDF personnel to join them on Wednesday 28 May for their Te Tai Tokerau/Northland Veterans’ Forum.

It's an opportunity for veterans from across Te Tai Tokerau to discuss their current needs or future support with someone face-to-face, learn more about their entitlements, and set up or change any support they or their whānau require.

“As a unit of the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) our role is to provide support to all veterans who have qualifying service,” Acting Head of Veterans' Affairs Alexander Brunt said.

“We strongly encourage veterans, whether they are currently serving or have left the NZDF, to come and discover what's available for them. Family and whānau are also welcome to attend.”

Along with staff from Veterans’ Affairs, veterans will be able to meet representatives from several veteran support organisations including the Royal New Zealand Returned and Services’ Association District Support Manager, NZDF Force Financial Hub, Taskforce Kiwi and the Ranfurly Veterans' Trust.

What: Veterans’ Affairs Kerikeri Forum
Date: Wednesday 28 May
Time: 10am - 2pm
Where: Turner Centre, 43 Cobham Road, Kerikeri

Find out more here: www.veteransaffairs.mil.nz(external link)