Veterans' Entitlements Act 1986
VEAThe older Act covering warlike and operational service before 1 July 2004, plus some other defined service.
VEA pays a Disability Compensation Payment (formerly Disability Pension) and Service Pension. Many older veterans, and some with operational service, have claims under VEA. It can interact with DRCA and MRCA where service spans multiple periods.
Related terms
Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation (Defence-related Claims) Act
DRCAThe Act that covers service-related injuries and illnesses for service between 3 January 1949 and 30 June 2004.
Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004
MRCAThe Act covering service-related injuries and illnesses for service on or after 1 July 2004.
Service Pension
An income-tested pension under the VEA for veterans with qualifying service, payable earlier than the Age Pension.