Qualified Financial Advisers
Our team comprises certified financial advisers guiding military members and veterans toward financial success during and after service.
Veteran Owned Business
National Service Financial is veteran-owned. We've been where you are and understand the financial needs of ADF members and veterans.
Experts in DVA Entitlements
We help current and ex-serving ADF members understand DVA entitlements and the application process.
Expert ADF Financial Advice For Brisbane
South East Queensland has a broad Defence presence across Army, Air Force and Navy. Gallipoli Barracks at Enoggera is a major Army establishment, while Victoria Barracks sits close to Brisbane's CBD and HMAS Moreton operates from Bulimba. Around 40 kilometres south-west of Brisbane, RAAF Base Amberley is the Defence’s largest operational air base. Members moving between Enoggera, Ipswich and Brisbane can face different posting, housing and family arrangements, making Defence-specific financial guidance particularly important.
National Service Financial operates from the Mariners Commercial Building in Tuggerah, on the New South Wales Central Coast. We support ADF members, veterans, and families across Australia, and those in Brisbane and greater Queensland can begin with a free initial consultation, either remotely or at the Tuggerah office. We can help you connect with local DVA support, which is available from the Queensland office at 480 Queen Street, Brisbane. Alternatively, serving members and families can contact Defence Member and Family Support’s Brisbane Area Office in Mitchelton, which complements our specialist financial guidance.
Financial pressure can vary considerably across Brisbane, Ipswich and regional Queensland. A posting near Enoggera may create different housing costs and commuting needs compared with service at Amberley, while a transition can affect income, superannuation and mortgage plans. The Defence Home Ownership Assistance Scheme (DHOAS) may also form part of your housing position, making our DVA financial advice useful for Brisbane members so you can fully understand compensation, clarify long-term goals, and plan for the future.
Comprehensive Advice For Brisbane ADF Members
Our specialist advisers provide the full suite of ADF financial services to veterans and serving members in Brisbane and the rest of Queensland.
Home Loans (Including DHOAS)
We assess your financial situation and connect you with expert and experienced mortgage brokers to access available benefits.
Special Rate Disability Pension (SRDP)
We’ll explain how SRDP works and help determine your eligibility requirements to maximise your benefit.
Medical Discharge
We’ll guide you through the financial implications of the medical discharge process and help you secure your entitlements.
ADF Transitions
We provide comprehensive financial planning support to ensure a smooth transition from ADF to civilian life.
Superannuation
We assist ADF members in understanding their superannuation options, both during their service and after transitioning from the ADF.
Investments
We offer detailed advice to help veterans and serving ADF members grow their wealth through smart, strategic investment options.
Supporting Brisbane's Military Community
Brisbane’s military community includes Army personnel at Enoggera, Air Force crews and support units at Amberley, Navy members at Bulimba and families living across suburbs from central Mitchelton to Ipswich. Moving between the inner suburbs and the western corridor can change travel costs, housing choices and access to established family networks. National Service Financial helps connect service members to these important networks, including Defence family services, RSL Queensland sub-branches and veteran organisations, which offer local support during postings and during life transitions.
RAAF Base Amberley
RAAF Base Amberley was established in 1940 and is the Defence’s largest operational airbase, employing more than 5,000 people.
Gallipoli Barracks and Transition Support
Gallipoli Barracks at Enoggera is one of Australia’s largest bases and headquarters of the 7th Brigade. It hosts a Defence transition centre, while another operates at RAAF Base Amberley, helping members to access transition support as they prepare to leave service.
Brisbane Defence Family Support
Around 60,000 veterans call Greater Brisbane home. The Defence Member and Family Support Brisbane Area Office supports serving members and recognised dependents, with Veterans able to visit DVA’s Queensland office. Open Arms has offices at Stafford and Upper Mount Gravatt, providing free counselling, group programs and peer support to Defence personnel, veterans and families.
We Also Serve
National Service Financial provides specialist ADF financial advice across Australia. Find your service area:
Our Process
Financial Discovery Appointment
We start with a financial discovery appointment. This initial meeting focuses on assessing your current financial situation, identifying key priorities and setting clear objectives for your future.
Clear Understanding of Your Transition Plan
We identify the key reasons behind your transition and build a plan to meet these needs. This process ensures we align your financial strategy with your personal and professional goals post-service.
Identification of All Payouts and Tax Implications
We ensure all your entitlements and associated tax responsibilities are clear. Our advisers help you with superannuation, redundancy payouts and tax considerations, ensuring no opportunity is missed.
Comprehensive Financial Plan
We help you plan to support your financial stability and long-term goals. Our strategies consider your current financial situation, future aspirations and available resources, ensuring a solid foundation for post-ADF life.