DCO is there to support you from the moment you join the ADF.
Index
- The Defence Community Organisation
- Information Resource - coming soon
- Members Guide to Pay and Conditions
- ADF Expectations
- On the Move (Housing and Relocation)
- Products And Services Available
- Defence Families Australia
- Unacceptable Behaviour
- Personnel Policies
- Further Information and Useful Links
- Defence Acronyms and Glossary of Terms
The Defence Community Organisation (DCO) is there to help members and their families from the moment they join the Australian Defence Force (ADF). DCO even works closely with Defence Force Recruiting during the enlistment process.
DCO provides a broad range of programs and services for ADF members and their families on behalf of Command. These services are delivered by local DCO Area Teams, with Area Offices located on or near all major ADF establishments.
DCO can help you (and your family) throughout your Defence career, in areas such as:
- Counselling and casework services
- Wellbeing and resilience building
- Support during posting and relocation
- Support for members and their loved ones during times apart due to deployments, exercises or training
- Support during crises or times of bereavement
Coming Soon
To help members share the wealth of information about the Defence lifestyle with their partners and families, the DCO has developed an interacted CD and DVD package, containing much of the information on this web site and more. Partners in Defence provides information on experiences likely to be encountered when involved in the Defence way of life as well as the range of support options available.
Partners in Defence will assist members and their families in negotiating and balancing the unique requirements of military service and family life.
Information on conditions of service and pay and entitlements as well as detailed information about the resources and support services that the ADF makes available to all its members and their families will be included on the CD/DVD package.
The Member's Guide To ADF Pay and Conditions of Service is a publication by the Australian Defence Force which describes the more common ADF conditions in general terms. It is an abbreviated version of the Pay and Conditions Manual (PACMAN) which outlines pay-related allowances, entitlements and conditions of service for ADF members.
The Member's Guide to ADF Pay and Conditions of Service is an easy access reference of correct information to assist members and their families understand their conditions of service. Hard copies of the documents are available from:
- Shopfronts
- Orderly Rooms
- Administration Units
Or available electronically on the Defence Intranet or the Internet.
If you have any difficulties obtaining access to the Member' Guide to ADF Pay and Conditions of Service, contact the Defence Service Centre on 1800 020 031.
Expectations of Members
Serving members formally agree to and accept certain requirements as conditions of entry into the military. Families do not have to commit themselves to these requirements, however Defence knows that they sometimes impact as much on the family as they do on the serving member. Some of these expectations include:
- Conforming to a regulated lifestyle
- Being physically and medically fit
- Understanding and adhering to the military command structure
- Being trained and qualified for the job
- Being ready and willing to serve anywhere at anytime
- Serving at sea, if in the Navy, or time in the field
- Treating others fairly and conducting themselves in a lawful, responsible and respectful manner
- Abiding by military law and the regulations of the Defence Force Discipline Act
- Dress and grooming standards
For more detailed policy advice on the subject of 'individual readiness' in the ADF, see the full instruction, DI(G) PERS 36-2 (Defweb only)
Unrestricted Service and Inherent Requirements of ADF Service
Unrestricted service is the requirement for members to serve in any location at any time in accordance with Australian Defence Force (ADF) requirements. ADF personnel may be required to work long or irregular hours, be on call, or perform shift work. No penalty rates or overtime is paid in such circumstances, however Service Allowance is intended to provide compensation for the special demands of Service life. Work hours are generally from Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm. If overtime is worked, most commanders will endeavour to recompense this time, however there is no guarantee that this will occur as a matter of course.
Unrestricted service also means that at times members will need to deploy on exercises and operations without their families. Military postings will also occur when members have to change their home base, or place where they undertake their duties. Families may also be required to move at these times. Many support services are offered to help families during these periods of separation and relocation.
"An inherent requirement of ADF service is that personnel of all ranks are able to contribute fully to the delivery of decisive combat capability in the right place at the right time. This means that all members of the ADF must be trained and equipped for service appropriate to their likely tasks, and be ready and able to deploy at short notice on operations or exercises. They should be capable of meeting a requirement for sudden and unusual deployments, perhaps in roles for which the personnel involved have little or no specific training or preparation." - Defence Instruction General DI(G) PERS 36-2
For policy advice concerning the 'inherent requirements' of service in the ADF, see the full instruction, DI(G) PERS 36-3 (Defweb only)
Members of the Australian Defence Force move more often than other people so Defence provides housing assistance to support Defence capability. It allows members and their dependants to have somewhere to live no matter where the member is posted. Detailed information about housing and the posting process is included on the DCO On The Move page.
Defence is recognised as one of the largest employers in Australia. In recognition of Defence's contribution to the Nation numerous suppliers of products and services provide tailored products to Defence personnel as a goodwill gesture.
These producst and services include holidays, health benefits and insurance products, discount purchasing, financial assistance, home purchase assistance, and consumer assistance. These are available to Defence members including, ADF members, Defence civilians, and Defence contractors. Some products are available to Retired ADF members and Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) Gold and White Card recipients.
For information on eligibility requirements and further detail about these products and services can be found on the Directorate of Personnel Support and Amenities (DPSA) web site on both the Defweb and Internet.
Holidays - Recreational Accommodation And Travel
ADF Holiday Resorts - The RAN, Army and RAAF have holiday resorts situated in various holiday locations around Australia with varying standards of accommodation and facilities. Each service is responsible for the management of their resorts, including the eligibility criteria. Serving and retired ADF members and Defence civilians are eligible to make bookings. The ADF has reciprocal rights with the NZ Defence Force concerning use of NZ holiday resorts by serving and retired members of the ADF. A complete list of ADF Holiday Accommodation is available on the DPSA website.
Defence Force Accommodation Program (DFAP) - The DFAP is a discount accommodation program provided by Choice Hotels. DFAP offers accommodation in all Choice Hotels properties within Australia and at affiliated hotels across the world. DFAP may be used for business or leisure. Rates vary depending on location and type of accommodation required. Suitable proof of eligibility will be requested at check-in when commencing your stay. Officers and Instructors of Cadets (adult) and visiting forces personnel may also utilise DFAP. To obtain the DFAP rates, all bookings should be made within Australia, telephone 13 2400 and request the DFAP rate. For general information and the location of all properties, including prices (Govt/Military Rates), visit the Choice Hotels Australasia website
Defence Force Leave Plan (DFLP) - The DFLP is a leisure accommodation plan undertaken by Intercontinental Hotels Group DFLP must not be used for business travel. DFLP offers hotel rooms in any Intercontinental Hotel property in Australia and around the world at very attractive rates. Rates vary depending on location and type of accommodation required. Suitable proof of eligibility will be requested at check-in when commencing your stay. Officers and Instructors of Cadets (adult) and visiting forces personnel may also utilise DFLP. For reservations phone 1300 363 300 and request DFLP rates when making your booking. For general information and the location of all properties, including prices (Govt/Military Rates), visit the Intercontinental Hotels Group website.
Vehicle Hire - Hertz offers the Defence corporate rates and most conditions for leisure rentals. Anyone with a current Defence security pass can access these rates and book via the Defence reservation Toll Free Number - 1800 009 545. Please quote CDP number 1489013 to access leisure rates.
Health Benefits and Insurance Products
Health Benefits Products - Health insurance is offered by Defence Health Limited (DefenceHealth) and Navy Health Ltd (Navy Health) which are recognised as restricted entry health funds. Membership to both funds is available to all Defence personnel including Reservists, Defence civilians and contractors and retired Defence personnel. The funds are in a position to offer specially reduced premiums for a military family when one adult member is a full-time serving ADF member as the member is already covered by the ADF health system. Single membership is available, and the funds also offer insurance products. Conditions apply. Contact DefenceHealth on 1800 335 425 or visit the DefenceHealth website and Navy Health can be contacted on 1800 333 156 or visit the Navy Health website.
Life Insurance: DefenceHealth and Navy Health - Life cover is available from both Defence health funds under certain conditions. Defence Health Life cover does provide coverage for operational deployments, under strict conditions. Navy Health may or may not offer this operational cover, dependent on an applicant's circumstance at the time of application. Many other providers of personal Life insurance products have 'War Exclusion Clauses'. Contact the respective health fund for details.
Services Security Plan - The Services Security Plan is an accident protection insurance product tailored to meet the special needs of service personnel. Cover in operational areas is available. There is no death benefits component in this plan. Contact the Underwriters direct on 1800 650 224 and request an information pack.
Home Support Program for Service Partners - Associate Members of the Australian Automobile Association (AAA); NRMA, RACV, RACQ, RAASA, RACWA, RACT and AANT provide a home support program for eligible partners (spouse or de facto) of ADF members serving (unaccompanied) overseas on full time service. The products available under this program include discounted membership, roadside assistance and insurance. There are three categories of membership available. Enquiries may be made on free-call 1800 061 094 or information is available from regional Defence Community Organisation offices. Visit the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) website.
Insurance Tips
Regularly review insurance coverage to ensure your needs and those of your dependants are adequately covered. Do not wait until you are warned for deployment to address your personal insurance needs. In some case if you are warned for deployment, you may not be able to apply for Life cover.
Make sure you fully understand what is and what is not covered by any insurance product that you may be considering. Read the provider's prospectus and ask questions about the product. Check the document completely before making any commitment to purchase. When changing addresses, make sure you inform your insurance provider in writing. Maintain correspondence that you may have with insurance providers for future reference.
ADF Base and Ship Canteen Services
Frontline Defence Services (FDS) and RAN Canteen Services - When you purchase from your FDS or RAN canteens outlet some of the profits generated by sales are returned to respective Services for re-investment in welfare and amenities provision for ADF members.
FDS - Offer a range of goods and services at competitive prices at selected ADF bases around Australia, on exercise and overseas operations. An interest-free payment plan is available to fulltime serving ADF members on a range of furniture and electrical goods. RAN personnel on fulltime service may utilise the payment plan. Visiting Forces personnel may utilise the facilities (not the payment plan). Contact your nearest outlet for details or visit the FDS website.
Royal Australian Navy Central Canteens Fund (RANCCF) - Offers lifestyle products, recreational and entertainment benefits such as discounted tickets to ten pin bowling, free or discounted tickets to shows or theatres across Australia and discounted magazine subscriptions for all Defence members. The RANCCF further provides access to an online shop SALT offering goods and services at competitive prices to all RAN canteens and Defence personnel across Australia. Contact your nearest RAN Canteen or visit the RANCCF website
Discount Purchasing
Defcom Protectors - Defcom Protectors is a discount-purchasing scheme provided by Defcom Marketing Systems. Defcom Protectors offers to ADF members and families a wide range of discounted products and services from participating merchants across Australia. Defcom Protectors is available to ADF members, ex ADF members who served at least 15 years or have reached compulsory retirement age, ex members who have served in an armed conflict in which Australia was involved.
Also available to ex Reservist who have met the criteria for receipt of long service awards and recognised spouses of ADF members and parents/parents-in-law. Defcom Protectors cards are available from unit orderly rooms or your organisation's shopfront. Defcom Protectors provides a comprehensive listing of participating merchants in the form of a discount directory. Contact Defcom Protectors on 07-3278 4333 or fax 07-3278 4200 for further details or visit the Defcom Protectors website. The Defcom Protectors card should be presented to participating merchants before purchase.
Additional Sources of Discounted Products - The Services newspapers, other Defence news media, the two Defence health funds and Defence credit unions have advertisers who provide products and services at special rates to readers and/or members that may be available to you. Most unions and professional associations offer concessions packages for their members, check with your union or association to find out what they may be.
Flexible Remuneration Packaging (FRP) - FRP is an arrangement whereby employees can choose to select a combination of cash salary and other remuneration benefits to suit their needs. FRP can be used to package up to 50% of an employee's salary. Non-cash benefits can include items such as leased cars, childcare, lap top computers and additional contributions to private superannuation funds.
FRP may be beneficial to employees as items that are packaged are deducted from your salary (pre tax) with the balance of salary remaining being subject to income tax. Before employees enter into a FRP arrangement, Defence advises that they seek financial counseling. The provider charges participants in FRP for the establishment and administration of the packaging arrangements. The costs involved in establishing the FRP may be included in the package arrangement.
Further information is available by visiting the service provider, Smart Salary or free call 1800 632 496.
ADF Welfare Support - Relief Trust Funds
In case of short-term financial difficulties or emergencies, Defence can offer financial assistance. Defence Force members can access loans and grants through their Service's Relief Trust Fund. These are the:
- Royal Australian Navy Relief Trust Fund (RANRTF)
- Australian Military Relief Forces (Army) Relief Trust Fund (AMFRTF)
- Royal Australian Air Force Welfare Trust Fund (RWTF)
Loans are either interest free, or attract substantially less interest than commercial financial institutions, and are normally repayable through the member's salary. Loan limits and eligibility criteria apply.
For further information and contact details visit the Directorate of Personnel Support and Amenities Internet or Defence Intranet website.The RANRTF Fund Secretary can be contacted on (02) 6266 6887
The AMFRTF Fund Secretary can be contacted on (02) 6265 6197 or via e-mail: peter.elliott@defence.gov.au
The RAAFWTF Fund Secretary can be contacted on (02) 6266 3650 or via e-mail: russ.thomson@defence.gov.au.
Home Loan Assistance
Defence Home Loan Scheme (DHLS) - The DHLS through National Australia Bank (NAB) is available to ADF members and retired members within two years of discharge. Eligibility criteria apply, depending on length and type of service. Maximum loan per member is $80,000. Contact any NAB for details of eligibility or the administrators of the scheme the Defence Housing Authority (DHA). Visit the DHA's information page for the DHLS.
Defence Service Home Loans (DSHL) - The DSHL through Westpac Bank are available to ADF members who have qualifying service. Maximum loan amount is $25,000 per member. Contact the Department of Veterans' Affairs or Westpac for details of eligibility. Visit DVA's information page for DSHL.
Superannuation Schemes and Professional Associations (Home Loans) - If you are a contributor to a superannuation scheme or a member of a professional association you may be eligible to apply for a home loan through your superannuation scheme or professional association. Check with your provider for further details.
Credit Unions - Defence Credit (DEFCREDIT) and Australian Defence Credit Union (ADCU) offer a full range of banking and financial services for ADF and civilian members of Defence and their families. Both credit unions have a long association with Defence and are located at most Defence establishments. Contact your nearest branch for details on products and services or visit the following websites: DEFCREDIT or ADCU.
Consumer Help Online
The Australian Consumer Handbook - This handbook provides a wide range of consumer information including listing government and not-for-profit organisations that can assist a consumer with a complaint. The Australian Consumer Handbook is available by ordering from the Department of the Treasury website or by writing to:
Australian Consumer Handbook
Consumer Information Unit
Competition and Consumer Policy Division
Department of the Treasury
Langton Crescent
PARKES ACT 2600
The handbook is available to anyone and is provided free of charge and is highly recommended for all consumers that are concerned about their rights.
Defence Families of Australia (DFA) was formed in 1986 (originally as the National Consultative Group of Service Families) to represent the views of ADF families. Since then DFA have been the official representatives of Defence families and have worked energetically and voluntarily, to improve conditions for all ADF families.
DFA Aim
DFA's role is to improve the quality of life for ADF families by providing a recognised forum for the views of Defence families, and influencing policy that directly affects families.
How DFA Operates
ADF families can contact DFA to represent them regarding an individual situation or to advocate an issue concerning many families. The Convenor and Delegates work directly with Regional Managers and local Commanding Officers to clarify or resolve issues affecting local families.
Major issues affecting families nationally are taken to Canberra by the National Delegates and presented during the DFA annual conference. At the conference, the views and concerns of ADF families are discussed with senior ADF personnel.
The Convenor meets regularly with the Minister responsible for Defence Personnel, the Chief of the Defence Force, and the Head of Defence Personnel Executive to report and make recommendations on behalf of ADF families.
The DFA group is made up of:
- a National Convenor in Canberra;
- 9 National Delegates representing a State or Territory;
- 40 Senior Representatives assisting the Delegates;
- a National Communications Officer;
- a Family Network Co-ordinator; and
- over 450 members of our ADF Family Network around Australia.
All our members are volunteers who are family members or spouses of full time serving personnel. They are interested in actively improving family life in the Defence Force.
For more detailed information about DFA and contact details for volunteers, please visit the DFA web site.
The ADF does not tolerate unacceptable behaviour, discrimination, nor the mismanagement or disregard of complaints in this area.
Unacceptable Behaviour
Unacceptable behaviour is behaviour which a reasonable person, having regard to all of the circumstances, would consider offensive, humiliating or intimidating. This includes actions which are belittling, abusive or threatening to another person, adverse to morale, discipline or workplace cohesion, or otherwise not in the interest of Defence.
All Defence personnel have the right to work without being subjected to such behaviour, and have an individual responsibility to treat others fairly. If members have concerns about unacceptable behaviour, their first point of contact should be their Support Officer or Equity Officer, wherever possible.
Otherwise, for advice on an issue related to unacceptable behaviour of harassment, contact the Defence Equity Organisation. Advice Lines which provide a confidential information and referral service are staffed between 8:30am and 9:00pm each day (except Christmas Day) and messages can be left after hours.
Equity Advice Lines:
1800 803 831
1800 644 247
1800 626 254
+ international access code 800 3333 6231 (for Defence members overseas)
Defence Equity also has an Internet and Defence Intranet site.
Prohibited Substances
ADF members are required to maintain high standards of work performance, behaviour, and physical and mental fitness. Accordingly, involvement by members with prohibited substances which may lead to reduced performance, health impairment or increased security risks is not compatible with an effective Defence Force. As a result, the ADF has a zero tolerance policy in relation to the use of prohibited substances including, but not limited to, narcotic substances, anabolic agents, hormones and related substances, beta-2 agents, and diuretics and other masking agents.
The policy is enforced under the Defence Force Discipline Act 1982 and the ADF Prohibited Substance Testing Program. Members may voluntarily self-refer for prohibited substance counselling as a once only procedure that enables them to access help in overcoming any past prohibited substance involvement or if they feel they may be prohibited substance dependent.
For further information or advice in this area contact the ADF Mental Health Strategy via the All Hours Support Line 1800 628 036 or visit their Internet or Defence Intranet websites.
ADF personnel policies are categorised as Defence Instructions (General) Personnel - DI(G) PERS. These can be found on the Defence Intranet. A list of commonly accessed personnel policies are provided below.
DI (G) PERS Frequently Referred
- DI (G) PERS 11-1 AUSDIL scheme
- DI (G) PERS 11-2 Notification of service and non-ADF casualties
- DI (G) PERS 15-1 Misuse of alcohol
- DI (G) PERS 15-2 Involvement by members of the ADF with a prohibited substance
- DI (G) PERS 15-4 Alcohol testing in the ADF
- DI (G) PERS 15-5 Testing of prohibited substances in the ADF under part VIIIA of the Defence Act 1903
- DI (G) PERS 16-1 Health Care of ADF personnel
- DI (G) PERS 16-11 ADF policy on physical fitness
- DI (G) PERS 16-16 Trans-gender Personnel in the ADF
- DI (G) PERS 33-2 Return of service obligation
- DI (G) PERS 35-3 Managing and reporting of unacceptable behaviour
- DI (G) PERS 35-4 Management and reporting of sexual offences
- DI (G) PERS 35-7 Defence Equity Advisor network
- DI (G) PERS 36-1 Non–effective service due to medical reasons: Retention / Discharge
- DI (G) PERS 36-2 ADF policy on Individual Readiness
- DI (G) PERS 36-3 Inherent requirements of service in the ADF
- DI (G) PERS 38-1 Movement of personnel between the services
- DI (G) PERS 42-1 ADF Family support policy
- DI (G) PERS 42-2 Defence child care policy
- DI (G) PERS 42-3 Defence Community Organisation
- DI (G) PERS 42-5 Support to families with special needs
- DI (G) PERS 42-6 DCO support for N.O.K. of deceased members the ADF and ADF cadets
- DI (G) PERS 45-5 Defence Whistleblower Scheme
- DI (G) PERS 53-1 Recognition of Interdependent Partnerships
Relevant Deceased Estate DI (G)s
- DI (G) PERS 20-2 Deceased Dependents-Funeral / Transportation Arrangements
- DI (G) PERS 20-5 Funerals, Graves and Associated Matters
- DI (G) PERS 20-7 Wills
- DI (G) PERS 41-1 Organ/Tissue Donation by Members of the ADF
- DI (G) PERS 42-6 DCO Support for NOK of deceased members of the ADF and ADF cadets
The Personnel Executive portal provides links to all the major information resources within the ADF.
For local information concerning a particular posting locality return to the DCO Home page and click on the local DCO Area Team closest to the area for the 'Welcome to the Area' information booklet.
Terms and Acronyms
The Australian Defence Force uses many terms and acronyms. This is a list of the more commonly used terms and acronyms that you may here during conversation with Defence members:
A terms and acronyms website is available for further information.
Term |
Description |
|---|---|
AUSDIL |
Aust Dangerously Ill (scheme) |
ADF |
Australian Defence Force |
ADFA |
Australian Defence Force Academy |
ADJ |
Adjutant |
ADMIN |
Administration |
ADMINO |
Administration Officer |
Allotment |
Designated payment by member to bank or institution |
Allowance |
Pay and special compensation |
Ammo |
Ammunition |
ASAP |
As Soon As Possible |
AWOL |
Absent Without Leave |
BFA |
Basic Fitness Assessment |
Brew |
Tea or Coffee |
CONF |
Confidential (Security Classification) |
CA |
Chief of Army |
CAF |
Chief of Air Force |
CAPT |
Captain (Navy) |
CDF |
Chief of the Defence Force |
Chain of Command |
Leadership structure in the military |
Chaplain |
Military minister, priest or pastor |
CMDR |
Commander |
CN |
Chief of Navy |
CO |
Commanding Officer |
COMSUPER |
Commonwealth Superannuation Administration |
Court Martial |
Trial system within the Military |
Conditions of Service |
Pay and entitlements of Defence members |
CRTA |
Compassionate Return to Australia |
DAOR |
Discharge At Own Request |
DCO |
Defence Community Organisation |
DCCP |
Defence Childcare Program |
Deployment |
When a member is sent on a military mission without family members/dependents, outside their normal area of operation, usually for more than one month |
Detail |
A job or assignment |
DEO |
Defence Equity Organisation |
DFA |
Defence Families of Australia |
DFDA |
Defence Force Discipline Act 1982 |
DFPO |
Defence Force Psychology Organisation |
DFRDB |
Defence Force Retirement and Death Benefits |
DHA |
Defence Housing Australia |
DHS |
Defence Health Service |
Dining In |
Formal social gathering at the mess |
Dining Out |
Formal farewell from unit |
DO |
Divisional Officer |
Dream Sheet |
Statement of posting location preferences |
DSC |
Defence Service Centre |
DSNSG |
Defence Special Needs Support Group |
DSTA |
Defence School Transition Aide |
DSW |
Defence Social Worker |
DVA |
Department of Veterans Affairs |
ETA |
Estimated Time of Arrival |
ETD |
Estimated Time of Departure |
FLO |
Family Liaison Officer |
FMO |
Fleet Medical Officer |
FSFP |
Family Support Funding Program |
FWSN |
Family With Special Needs |
FYI |
For Your Information |
HHT |
House Hunting Trip |
HMAS |
Her Majesty’s Australian Ship |
HQNORCOM |
Headquarters Northern Command |
HSF |
Health Services Flight |
Leave |
Approved time away from duty |
LHQ |
Land Headquarters |
Logistics |
Equipment and support needed for performance |
LSL |
Long Service Leave |
LWOP |
Leave Without Pay |
Married Quarters |
Housing for families |
MBR |
Member of the ADF |
MEDIVAC |
Medical Evacuation |
Memo |
Memorandum |
Mess |
Club and Dining Facilities |
Mess Dress/Mess Undress |
Formal Attire |
MHQ |
Maritime Headquarters |
MILPO |
Military Post Office |
MP |
Military Police |
MQ |
Married Quarter |
MSBS |
Military Superannuation and Benefits Scheme |
MSO |
Military Support Officer |
MWD |
Member With Dependents |
MWOD |
Member Without Dependents |
NA |
Not Applicable |
NCO |
Non Commissioned Officer |
NHQ |
Navy Headquarters |
NOK |
Next of Kin |
NORCOM |
Northern Command |
NOTICAS |
Notification of Casualty |
NWCC |
National Welfare Coordination Centre |
PE |
Personnel Executive |
PEC |
Primary Emergency Contact |
OC |
Officer Commanding |
OHS |
Occupational Health and Safety |
OIC |
Officer In Charge |
OPS |
Operations |
Orderly Room |
Company Office |
Orders |
Spoken or written instructions to serving member |
POC |
Point of Contact |
Posting |
Moving work location as required |
Power Of Attorney |
Legal document permitting a person to act on behalf of another |
PREP |
Professional Registration Expenses Payment |
Protocol |
Customs and Courtesies |
Psych |
Psychologist |
PT |
Physical Training |
RA |
Rental Assistance |
Rank |
Official title and level of a serving member |
RAR |
Royal Australian Regiment |
RAAF |
Royal Australian Air Force |
RAN |
Royal Australian Navy |
RAP |
Regimental Aid Post (Medical Centre) |
RCT/REC |
Recruit |
REDLO |
Regional Education Liaison Officer |
Regrets Only |
Respond only if not attending |
REGT |
Regiment |
Retreat |
Bugle/Flag ceremony |
ROG |
Redress of Grievance |
RSM |
Regimental Sergeant Major |
RSVP |
Reply whether or not you can attend ( respondez s’il vous plait) |
RTA |
Return to Australia |
RTF |
Relief Trust Fund |
S |
Secret (Security Classification) |
SASR |
Special Air Service Regiment |
SI |
Seriously Ill |
SIG |
Signals |
Skipper |
The Captain |
SW |
Social Worker |
SWAPP |
Service Workforce Access Program for Partners |
TA |
Travelling Allowance |
TAA |
Temporary Accommodation Allowance |
TS |
Top Secret (Security Classification) |
Unrestricted Service |
The requirement to serve anywhere, anytime |
UWO |
Unit Welfare Officer |
VRL |
Very Remote Locality |
VSI |
Very Seriously Ill |
VVCS |
Vietnam Veterans Counselling Service |
WO |
Warrant Officer |
WOFF-AF |
Warrant Officer of the Air Force |
WO-N |
Warrant Officer of the Navy |
XO |
Executive Officer (Second In Charge) |
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