In brief

DATS all folks

THE implementation of the new Defence Travel Model has led to the planned decommissioning of the Defence Automated Travel System (DATS).

The new travel model will include the Defence Travel Card and an on-line self-booking tool.

As a result, no new users will be added to DATS and existing users will be notified by e-mail of the new procedures and the shutdown date of DATS.

Information will also be posted on the Defence Travel and DATS intranets sites.

Looking after vets’ kids

APPLICATIONS for financial assistance covering full time education for the children and grandchildren of Vietnam Veterans open August 18.

The Australian Veterans’ Children Assistance Trust AVCAT) is offering 50 grants to help selected necessitous or deserving children of the Australian veteran community with their costs while in full time education.

Grants are between $3000 and $6000 each, and are paid in monthly installments.

For more information ring 1800 620 361 or visit AVCAT at http://www.accsoft.com.au/~vvt