Supporting the military and first responder community every day

Connecting the service community with everyday savings, support and opportunities.

About APOD

APOD is a registered charity dedicated to improving the lives of Australia’s Defence, veteran, and first-responder families. We exist to support those who serve, and the families who stand beside them, by helping them build financial stability, mental wellbeing and opportunities for growth.

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Our Areas of Impact

How We Support Our Community

We support Defence, veteran, and first responder families through financial wellbeing, connection, and opportunities that help them build stronger, more sustainable futures. From practical support that eases financial pressure, to programs that foster belonging and mental wellbeing, through to pathways for education, innovation, and growth.

Everything we do is designed to help our community thrive.

Support & Benefits

Everyday savings, discounts and practical benefits available to the military and first responder community.

Programs and Community

Events, initiatives and programs that strengthen connection, wellbeing and support across the service community.

Employment and Opportunity

Career pathways, business opportunities and resources supporting members during and after service.

Our Community Programs

Turning Purpose Into Action

Explore a selection of current programs designed to support, connect, and empower Defence and first responder families.

Partners

Annie Harvey

Category

Growth and Opportunity

Founded

2015

The F.U.N. Formula™ – A 60-minute reset for Military and First Responder families

A one-hour reset for calm, connection and confidence. Living alongside military and first responder life takes strength. Frequent relocations, solo parenting, long separations, shift work and constant change can quietly take their toll.

Who we support

Recognising Those Who Serve

APOD exists to honour and support the people who serve our nation, and the families who stand beside them. 

Serving Defence Members

Includes current serving personnel from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Reserves, and Allied Forces, all of whom receive direct access to your exclusive offers and benefits.

Former Defence Personnel

Covers all former serving members, including veterans, reservists and allied forces, from any era of service — ensuring your support reaches those who have given so much.

First Responder Community

Includes police, fire, ambulance and emergency service personnel, recognising their ongoing contribution and ensuring your offers support those who protect and serve every day.

Immediate Family Members

Extends to partners, parents, siblings and children of eligible members, whether living or deceased, recognising that service is a commitment shared by the whole family.

Testimonials

Voices of Impact

Hon. Joe Szakacs MP South Australian Minister for Veterans Affairs

"We see the great value that APOD brings to the veterans community, veteran service organisations, and businesses in putting veterans and their families front and centre."

Julie Hall Senior Manager, CommBank for Veterans

"At CommBank we’re deeply proud to support APOD and to walk alongside them. On a personal note, my family and I have used APOD many times - the kind of support we get isn’t just about money, it’s a tangible way of saying thank you to the veteran community."

Wing Commander Craig Keane CSC, Royal Australian Air Force

"There are practical benefits that APOD produces that we can use every day. It’s not just about the dollar saved, it’s about recognition, belonging, and ensuring that the defence and veteran family always feel supported."

The APOD APP

Connecting Australia’s Defence Community

The APOD App gives Defence and first-responder families instant access to exclusive discounts, savings, and opportunities — all in one place.