AWAMO Director Rachel Ezzy joined Woombye’s Beersheba Day commemoration on 1 November 2026, laying a purple poppy wreath as Pippa wore a purple poppy horse coat.
AWAMO has donated $1,000 to Due South Australia’s equine program, supporting opportunities for veterans and first responders to connect through time with horses.
Drone strike hits Druzi Space’s animal ambulance — AWAMO responds Updated 1 November 2026. This article recounts the incident reported to AWAMO on 18 October 2026. The confirmed donations and…
In Loving Memory of Aslan: A Life of Courage, Loyalty and Service The Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation (AWAMO) joins the Defence community in mourning the passing of Aslan, a…
This World Animal Day, AWAMO celebrates the courage of service animals and the importance of protecting animals everywhere, while recognising that animal welfare, whether in conflict zones or communities, is…
AWAMO will be at Penrith RSL on 14 October for the Veterans Health, Wellbeing & Services Expo, connecting with veterans, families and community organisations across Western Sydney.
AWAMO has contributed $500 towards the care of retired Military Working Dog Yeti, now enjoying life with veteran Luke. Discover Yeti’s story and how you can help support retired service…
Two new horse and donkey silhouettes have joined Le Mémorial des Animaux in Pozières, France, continuing AWAMO’s tribute to the animals who served alongside military personnel during the First World…
26 August 2026 On National Dog Day, the Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation (AWAMO) pauses to recognise not only the dogs who share our homes, but the extraordinary dogs who…
Each year on June 7, Australia pauses to observe National Military Working Dog Day. It is a day of profound solemnity and remembrance, dedicated to the four-legged heroes who have…
Throughout the annals of human conflict, there has existed a parallel history of courage, sacrifice, and unwavering loyalty that often goes unspoken. This is the military animal history: a record…
Animals have stood beside humans through war, disaster, and hardship. Today, many of our own companions rely on us in moments of danger, especially as extreme weather events become more…
Our new website is live and it’s built to honour the animals who served, saved lives and stood beside soldiers in history’s most difficult moments. Dear friends and supporters of…
Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation Calls on Local Communities to Honour Australian War Animal Day – 24 February The Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation (AWAMO) is proud to commemorate Australian…
When Best Friends shelter in Ukraine’s Kyiv region asked for cat litter, AWAMO responded with €2,000 in support. It was a practical contribution to an everyday need, and the shelter’s…
AWAMO returned to Ukraine in 2024 as part of its ongoing commitment to animals affected by war. October letters recognised the wider work behind that support.
From our September 2023 Ukraine support archive. When Australian Animal Aid returned to Ukraine in September 2023, the visit built on relationships established during our first deployment in 2022. Alongside…
Standing With Ukraine: Supporting Animals Affected by War War leaves few untouched. While the human cost is visible and devastating, animals are often the silent victims, caught in conflict they…
Pozières, France Pozières is a small village in northern France, but its name carries immense weight in Australian military history. During World War I, the battles fought at Pozières in…
Honouring All Who Served, Human and Animal The poppy is one of the most powerful symbols of remembrance. Instantly recognisable, deeply emotional, and universally respected. At the Australian War Animals…
Update from recent visit to AWAMO memorial, Pozières France Lyn and myself along with brother Bob and wife Laurie went to the memorial today and had a little quiet time.…
Pigeons: The Secret Heroes of World War I In the chaos of World War I, communication could mean the difference between survival and disaster. Telephone lines were cut by shellfire,…
Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero Bringing the Story of a War Dog to a New Generation Starring Logan Lerman, Helena Bonham Carter & Gerard Depardieu Stories of war are often…
For more than a century, animals have played vital roles in Australia’s wartime history. From horses and mules on the battlefields of World War I to dogs, pigeons, and other…
On 25 July 2015 the Mounted troop of the Australian War Animal Memorial Organization (AWAMO) conducted a display at the Day of the Cowboy equine event in Norco California, USA.…
Plaque commemorates all animals who were lost in war. The school is the first school in Australia to have a War Memorial Plaque dedicated solely to animals lost in war. Students…
