Our mission is to remember and care for all current and former service personnel, and their families.

The Royal New Zealand Returned and Services Association is made up of over 180 local RSAs around the country, each an entity in their own right, with over 100,000 members.

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Get Support

Support is one of the core pillars of the RSA movement. Find out what we do here.

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Financial Support

If you are in need for Financial Support, you can apply for assistance online here.

NZ Servicemen building a structure in Timor

Career Transition

When it's time for a soldier, sailor or airman leaves the military, there are steps they can take to make this life-changing transition more successful.

Support for Health and Wellbeing

Long term physical, mental and social health is important to maintaining a good quality of life for anyone who is serving or has served.

Adventure Activities

RSA can help fund up to $500 towards outdoor activites for current and service personnel, and their families. Check out some of these activities here!

We Remember

We remember and respect those who have sacrificed for our country, while also promoting recognition for those who have served in recent conflicts, and who still serve today.

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$1.7 million donated Poppy funds provide vital help to veterans and their families Focus on mental health creates a strong connection and conversation

RSA 2018 Poppy Appeal Changing Lives

New Zealand Returned and Services’ Association (RSA) have paid tribute to New Zealanders for their generosity and empathy for current and former service personnel through the 2018 Poppy Appeal. The Appeal raised $1.7 million in donations across New Zealand.