It has long been recognised that the support provided by service families makes a vital contribution to the operational effectiveness of the Australian Defence Force.

In recognition of this steadfast and loyal support, the Defence Personnel Executive has produced a newsletter specifically for Australian Defence Force families - defence FAMILY MATTERS.

defence FAMILY MATTERS sets out to provide up-to-date and relevant information to enable ADF families greater access to Defence services, resources and assistance networks, both nationally and in your local area.

Defence FAMILY MATTERS will cover a range of common services and points of interest to ensure that ADF families are fully informed of issues that might affect them.

Defence FAMILY MATTERS is being sent to ADF families who are currently residing in DHA properties or who are receiving rental allowance.

If you are living in your own home and would like to receive an issue of this valuable newsletter, please send your name and full postal address to defencefamilymatters@cbr.defence.gov.au or write to defence FAMILY MATTERS, Russell Offices, R1-1-B059, Canberra, ACT 2600.

An electronic copy of defence FAMILY MATTERS will be available on the Defence Personnel Executive Internet site at www.defence.gov.au/dpe or on the DEFWEB at defweb.cbr.defence.gov.au/dpe