Episode Overview In this episode of Tell Your Story , we sit down with Hallett Shueard  to explore lived experiences connected to intergenerational service, historical truth, legacy, and the enduring psychological impact of war. Hallett’s family story is deeply woven into Australia’s military history. His grandfather landed at Gallipoli on the first day as a medic. His father served as a flying officer in the Second World War. For decades, many of these stories remained large

Episode Overview In this episode of Tell Your Story , we sit down with John Hunter , who shares a remarkable journey from wearing uniform in his early years through to building a life of service, community connection, and veteran wellbeing support. John speaks candidly about the realities of life “in a system that works like a clock” — and the uncertainty that can follow when you return to civilian life. Through stories of resilience, peer support, and community care (often a

Episode Overview In this episode of Tell Your Story , we speak with Nathan Klinge , Chief Executive Officer of RSL Care SA , about why stability  is often the turning point for veterans who are housing vulnerable or experiencing homelessness. Nathan shares the origin story of RSL Care SA — founded in Adelaide to support returned soldiers — and explains how that legacy continues today through aged care, retirement living, and veteran housing initiatives. We explore the Andrew

Episode Overview In this episode of Tell Your Story , we sit down with Tich , a Vietnam veteran, long-serving advocate, and community leader connected with Plympton Glenelg RSL , the Repat Health Precinct , and veteran advocacy networks across South Australia. From growing up in Broken Hill to serving in Vietnam as a medic, Tich shares his lived experience of service, transition, PTSD, and more than two decades of continued service to the veteran community through advocacy an

Episode Overview In this episode of Tell Your Story , we speak with Kahlil Fegan DSC AM , Australia’s Repatriation Commissioner , who reflects on his journey from growing up in a military family to serving in senior leadership roles supporting veterans and their families. Kahlil shares insights from his own military career, the challenges of transitioning from service to civilian life, and the importance of proactive engagement during periods of change. This conversation emph

Episode Overview In this episode of Tell Your Story , we speak with Marcus , who shares his lived experience and advocacy work supporting veterans through the claims process and broader system navigation. As a veteran himself and a representative of Totally and Permanently Incapacitated (TPI) South Australia , Marcus brings both personal insight and professional understanding to the conversation. This episode focuses on entitlement, advocacy, transition support, and reassuran

Episode Overview In this episode of Tell Your Story , we sit down with Vanessa , who shares her lived experience of serving across the Australian Army and Navy, navigating injury and mental health challenges, and finding renewed purpose through community, sport, and education. This conversation explores themes of transition from service, mental health, identity, and support , offering valuable insight for veterans, families, and the services that walk alongside them during an