Veteran Homelessness, Suicide Ongoing Problems in Australia: Commission Hears

Veteran Homelessness, Suicide Ongoing Problems in Australia: Commission Hears
Australian Army soldiers run during Exercise Chong Ju at the Puckapunyal Military Area on May 9, 2019 in Seymour, Australia. Scott Barbour/Getty Images
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Australia is examining its handling of veteran affairs and questioning senior public servants over issues such as suicide and support.

Currently, the Royal Commission on Defence and Veteran Suicide is holding hearings for seven days in Tasmania—home to the most veterans per capita of any jurisdiction in Australia, with more than 17,500 veterans.

Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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