Beyond Service: Veterans’ New Journeys Exhibition

Discover the work of 2025 Veteran Artist in Residence, Hugh Semple, in Beyond Service: Veterans' New Journeys. The exhibition shares the powerful and personal stories of Australian military veterans as they step into new chapters of life after service. Through a series of paintings and drawings, each piece captures not only a veteran's chosen pursuit – whether it be art, music, storytelling, or culture – but also the deeper sense of purpose these activities bring. Accompanied by written reflections based on interviews, the exhibition invites viewers to see beyond the uniform and into the humanity of those who served. The Veteran Artist in Residence program offers contemporary veterans the opportunity to engage with the Memorial and the broader community through an artwork or project. The art showcased in this exhibition was created during his residency. Learn more about the program here. The 2025 Veteran Artist in Residence program is supported by the Veterans Benevolent Fund, with support from RSL and Services Clubs. The exhibition is on display in the Memorial's Auditorium on Lower Ground level. Please note that access to the exhibition is dependent on the Auditorium's availability, so they encourage you to call the Memorial in advance. The Memorial is open every day. Entry is free.