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About us

With Defence Health, you're in safe hands


Since 1953, we’ve remained true to our purpose to protect the health of those who protect our country. 

We're here to support the families of those who defend our country. And care for those who once served. We’re also here for their supporters – the parents, brothers and sisters who are part of the Defence community too. You all belong with us.

We'll look out for you with great value health cover. And we'll give you the recognition for what you've been part of.

With more than 300,000 Australians are part of our family, we genuinely care.

We're a non-profit organisation and we get what you need from your health fund. We look after our own.

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We’re here for the Defence community


The Defence community is a far-reaching group. At its core are ADF members, and their partners and their children. But there are others in the Defence community whose contributions to the security of the nation are less obvious.

First, there are those who have served– whether they are World War II veterans or the ADF members who are transitioning today to a new civilian life. Plus of course their partners and children.

There are also those who support, or have supported, ADF serving personnel. Think of all the past and present employees of the Department of Defence and other Defence-related departments. And all the Defence suppliers. They might be running canteen services or maintaining the latest fighter jets. Either way, they support Defence in many important ways and are part of the Defence community.

Finally, there are the often unsung Defence supporters – the extended families of all those who serve or have served. The mothers and fathers, the sisters and brothers, and even the grandchildren all play a part in supporting active Defence personnel.

The Defence community is one big Defence family of which we’re proud to be a part.

Our values define us


Our values define us. They provide the foundation for the way we work with members, providers and each other.

Trust

We’re here to earn our members’ trust through genuine, respectful and transparent interactions.

Ownership

We answer to members not shareholders. Taking responsibility and owning our actions to make a positive impact on their day.

Members first

We listen deeply to what our members need, placing our Defence community at the heart of every decision and action.

Excellence

We challenge ourselves to provide a level of support our members won’t find anywhere else.

Community

We champion members, reinvesting profits back into protecting our community’s health and wellbeing.

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