Legacy is a voluntary organisation of veterans, servicemen and women and other volunteers who share the ideals of Legacy who are dedicated to the care of the dependants of Australian Defence Force members, after the death of a spouse or parent during service, and to Australian and Allied families after operational service. We currently care for 115,000 widows and 1900 children and dependants throughout Australia.



Legacy is dedicated to enhancing the lives and opportunities of our families through innovative and practical programs aimed at:

  • the protection of individuals and families basic needs;
  • advocating for their entitlements, rights and benefits;
  • assisting families through bereavement; and
  • helping people thrive, despite their adversity and loss.

Season's Greetings



To our Legacy family, friends and supporters – thank you for your support in 2009.
We at Legacy wish you a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year

Legacy Junior Public Speaking Award Winners


Left to right: Winner: Gretel Hayden, Ballarat VIC
President of Brisbane Legacy: Brian Avery
Third: Benjamin Graetz, Salisbury East SA
Second: Madeleine Kelly, Adelaide SA


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