Veterans’ needs subject of Taranaki forum this month

Veterans' Affairs is calling for serving and former service personnel in Taranaki to join them at the Taranaki forum later this month.

11 June, 2025

Veterans’ Affairs will be in New Plymouth on Wednesday 25 June to meet with veterans and their whānau.

It's an opportunity for veterans 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, ZDF Force Financial Hub and the Ranfurly Veterans' Trust.

What: Veterans’ Affairs Forum
Date: Wednesday 25 June 2025
Time: 10am - 2pm
Where: The Devon Hotel, 390 Devon Street East, New Plymouth

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