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Head
shed
Soldiers will have better protection for their grey matter
with the introduction of the new Enhanced Combat Helmet (ECH).
Changes
in Army’s leadership announced
New faces have appeared in the Army’s top leadership
after CA Lt-Gen Peter Leahy announced a round of appointments
and promotions last week.
Cry?
Not a 110% chance at 5 Bde
It was a slightly different day on the job for the 5 Bde recruiting
team when they were asked to make a girl cry.
Do
the right thing
CA LT-Gen Peter Leahy has urged all members of the Australian
Army to do the right thing and uphold the reputation of the
Army.
Please
help find Daniel
Police
have appealed to soldiers based in south-east Queensland for
information about drivers of a dark blue car who are wanted
in relation to the abduction of Queensland teenager Daniel
Morcombe.
Enhanced
lifestyle
Accommodation arrangements for ADF personnel will be greatly
enhanced under a $356.5 million package in the 2004-05 Budget.
Thinking
globally
The
Government has committed a total of $313.9 million in 2004-05
to support ADF operations around the globe.
Big injection for logistics
support
The
largely unsung part of Defence – logistics support –
is to be boosted by a funding injection of $815.6 million
over four years.
In
brief
Defence will again make a significant contribution to security
at one of the world’s major sporting events – the
Commonwealth Games in Melbourne in 2006.
Bang
for their buck
THE Budget provided a “tremendous boost” to Defence’s
programs, according to CDF Peter Cosgrove.
Extra
funding for counter terrorism
THE 2004-05 Budget features a $54.5 million boost over four
years to Defence’s ability to provide counter-terrorism
intelligence, develop regional special forces and counter
terrorism networks.
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Science
of super sock
THE war against blisters continues with undiminished determination
thanks to the dedicated efforts of ADF civilian physiotherapists.
New SA head for reserves
A SOUTH Australian man who began his military career almost
40 years ago at Adelaide University has been appointed the
ADF’s new reserves chief.
Tigers
coming in on time
ON TIME and on budget is the expectation of CA Lt-Gen Peter
Leahy as expressed during a recent visit to Tiger ARH production
facilities in Brisbane.
Hero
on his last patrol
A MEMBER of the Pilbara Regt has died doing what he loved
best – serving his country and community.
Lake
attack
IN MELBOURNE you know the annual Defence Lake Attack run or
walk for charities is getting close when Defence personnel
begin stripping off and recruit one of the world’s foremost
experts on physical well being.
Served
with honour in life and death
LET the bell toll amidst the sound of muffled drums to mark
the passing of a noble soldier.
Brits
on the ball bring Op Telic success
The British Army’s recent history had been great preparation
for its operations in Iraq, according to its Chief of General
Staff (CGS), Gen Sir Mike Jackson.
Territorial
Army on call
British Army reserve members had been used to make up force
numbers for Op Telic, British Chief of General Staff Gen Sir
Mike Jackson said.
The
tradition of rebuilding
In the quiet rural setting of Bandiana a team of skilled technicians
are continuing a tradition that lasted for more than 50 years.
New
look for huge Bandiana museum
History cannot stand still; even museums must change with
the times.
The
good ghost of Vic Barracks
There are believers and disbelievers when it comes to the
supernatural.
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