Factors of the weighted initial rating method

The WIRM is a computer-based decision support tool used to identify those officers who are to receive detailed consideration by a PAC and to assist with general career management decisions. It is based on current promotion consideration criteria.

Waking up from the removals nightmare

So you’ve had your posting order and relocation pack for a month or two. Still lying around at work, is it? Been too busy? Not keen on your posting location and your partner even less? Well, it’s time to act.

Tiers favoured in pay proposal

In our previous column the federation advised we will be seeking an up-front bonus payment of $750 to compensate members for the ADF’s failure to deliver on its undertaking to review service allowance during the period of the outgoing pay arrangement.

Hold on for the ride

The past six months have been a roller-coaster ride for investors, particularly for share investors. One might expect this sort of high volatility to continue for some time and therefore it’s time to remind ourselves of the benefits of a disciplined and long-term approach to investing.

Deployed personnel granted tax extension

ADF personnel unable to lodge tax returns because of operational deployments have been granted an extension. The Defence Tax Management Office (DTMO) has negotiated with the ATO an extension until March 31, 2003.

Truth is the test

She was incredibly attractive. He was incredibly drunk. The hour was late. Who would ever know? What would it ever matter? Everyone else does it, don’t they? Why not he? Everyone is human. You get that feeling and then what can you do? Oh, stop wasting time, and give in!

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