Soldier On, DEWC Services scoop accolades at PM’s National Veteran Employment Awards – Defence Connect

Soldier On, DEWC Services scoop accolades at PM’s National Veteran Employment Awards  Defence Connect

Soldier On, DEWC Services, Thales Australia and Port Macquarie Hastings Council have scooped defence industry accolades at the Prime Minister’s National Veteran Employment Awards announced overnight. The Prime Minister’s National Veteran Employment Awards celebrated the exemplary workplaces providing ex-serving veterans with the opportunity to thrive using the unique skills and abilities acquired during their time in uniform. Winners for the ninth annual awards, themed “Success beyond service”, were announced last night at the Australian War Memorial, showcasing the outstanding contribution veterans make to Australian workplaces. Conscia’s Nick Marcovich was named 2026 Veteran Employee of the Year alongside Partner Employee of the Year Jacinta Matthews from M2T Solutions and Veteran Entrepreneur of the Year Allan Dundas from DEWC Services.

Major Breakthroughs’ Kylie Bonnor was named Partner Entrepreneur of the Year and Boeing Australia was named Best Veteran Employment Commitment Initiative. A good job with a supportive employer can ease that pressure and underpin a successful transition for veterans and families of veterans, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said. “I have the greatest respect for our veterans. Our veterans have served our country with courage and distinction. When they leave the Defence Force, they still have so much to offer,” he said. “These awards recognise employers who are backing our veterans and recognising the skills and experience they bring to the workplace. Congratulations