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- Tuesday 25 November 2025 at 4:00 pm
The Allan Labor Government is boosting support for veterans with applications now open for the latest round of grants – helping honour Victoria’s veterans by upgrading facilities and preserving memorials.
Minister for Veterans Natalie Suleyman today announced applications are open for both the Veterans Capital Works Program and Restoring Community War Memorials and Avenues of Honour Program.
The Veterans Capital Works Grant Program will provide grants of up to $50,000 to upgrade buildings and facilities used by organisations supporting veterans and their families.
Previous recipients include Melbourne Legacy, which used its funding to modernise spaces used for critical training, including veteran mental health first aid and suicide awareness, as well as family support programs and community events that help combat social isolation.
The Restoring Community War Memorials and Avenues of Honour Program will continue to help not-for-profit organisations conserve, protect and update local memorials, honour rolls and avenues of honour, ensuring they are reflections of service and sacrifice.
Two stages of funding are available – Stage One provides up to $10,000 for planning and design work, while Stage Two offers up to $30,000 for delivering restoration projects developed through earlier planning.
Last year Nillumbik Shire Council received funding to restore the historic 100-year-old Kangaroo Ground Memorial Tower, safeguarding one of the region’s most significant landmarks at the highest point of the Memorial Park Reserve.
Applications for both grants programs are open until 3 February 2026.
For more information on the Veterans Capital Works Grant Program or to apply visit vic.gov.au/veterans-capital-works.
To learn more about Restoring Community War Memorials and Avenues of Honour program or apply visit vic.gov.au/restoring-community-war-memorials.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Veterans Natalie Suleyman
“We’re making sure our veterans’ stories are preserved in the places that matter to local communities.”
“Every upgraded hall, restored tower and renewed memorial helps keep Victoria’s history alive for generations to come.”