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RANDOM BREATH TESTS P3 « EX GOLD EAGLE CENTRE « COMBINED ARMS TRAINING P22-23 2 NEWS Army September 15, 2011 Pte Matthew The Soldiers’ Soldiers’ Newspaper Director Lambert David Edlington: (02) 6265 4650 EDITORIAL Acting Editor farewelled John Wellfare: (02) 6266 7609 FALLEN digger Pte Matthew Lambert was Deputy Editor Sharon Palmer: (02) 6266 7615 farewelled by family and friends in a private funeral in Queensland on September 5. Chief of Staff Pte Lambert, killed by an IED while on patrol Graham McBean: (02) 6265 1161 in Afghanistan on August 22, arrived in Australia Reporters on August 29 and was returned to his family in a Sgt Andrew Hetherington: (02) 6266 7614 repatriation ceremony at RAAF Base Amberley. Cpl Zenith King: (02) 6265 2151 His flag-draped casket was carried from LCpl Mark Doran: (02) 6265 1304 a C-17 through a 2RAR honour guard dur- Cpl Melanie Schinkel: (02) 6265 2427 ing the ramp ceremony, where CA Lt-Gen Spr Nick Wiseman: (02) 6265 4140 David Morrison posthumously presented him Cfn Max Bree: Sydney (02) 9359 2498 with the Australian Active Service Medal with Sydney photographer: International Coalition Against Terrorism clasp, Bill Cunneen: 0402 155 220 the Afghanistan Campaign Medal, the NATO NOTE: The best person to contact if you Medal with International Security Assistance have a story idea is the Chief of Staff Force clasp and the Infantry Combat Badge. “As we gather here to mark the return of this CONTACT US fine young Australian soldier, we remember the Email: [email protected] courage, initiative and mateship that Pte Matthew Fax: (02) 6265 6690 Lambert displayed to all whom he met,” Lt-Gen Mail: The Editor, Army, R8-LG-044, PO Box Morrison said. 7909, Department of Defence, ACT, 2600 “Pte Lambert’s ultimate sacrifice to this Website: www.defence.gov.au/news/ country will be felt by his family, friends and his armynews Men in black: The newly approved ASM with CT/SR clasp (inset) will recognise Army family, and we will remember him as a true personnel who have served in an online TAG for at least 60 continuous days. Australian soldier.” ADVERTISING Main photo by Cpl Chris Moore Manager Tim Asher: (07) 3332 7651 or 0414 552 667 Email: [email protected] IED blast wounds SUBSCRIPTIONS digger in Uruzgan Phone: (02) 6266 7607 Recognition Email: [email protected] A HELICOPTER evacuated an MTF 3 soldier wounded when the Bushmaster he was travel- DISCLAIMER ling in struck an improvised explosive device Army is published fortnightly by the Directorate of Defence News. It is printed in Afghanistan on September 6. under contract by Capital Fine Print. The The Deputy Commander of Combined Team material published is selected for its inter- – Uruzgan, Col David Smith, said the soldier was for CT effort on a partnered MTF 3 and Afghan 6th Infantry est. The views expressed in published arti- cles are not necessarily those of Defence Kandak security patrol in the Char Chineh or Army. Every advertisement is subject to PRESENTATIONS of the award provided for service District in western Uruzgan province. Directorate of Defence News approval and newly struck Australian DID YOU SERVE? in an online Tactical Assault “The soldiers were coming under fire from the Directorate of Defence News may, at its Group (TAG) since its incep- insurgents when an IED detonated, with the blast discretion, refuse to accept an advertise- Service Medal (ASM) with The counter-terrorism tion in 1980 (or the Interim striking one of the patrol’s PMVs,” Col Smith ment. The Directorate accepts no respon- clasp Counter Terrorist and and special recovery capa- TAG in 1979) was to be rec- said. sibility or liability in relation to any loss due Special Recovery (CT/SR) bility was first raised in The wounded soldier was in a satisfacto- to the failure of an advertisement to appear ognised by the award of the have commenced. 1979 within the SASR. ry condition at the Role 3 Medical Facility at or if it appears in a form which is not in ASM with clasp CT/SR. More than 2000 of the new The raising of a second Kandahar. accordance with the instructions received Personnel must have clasps were struck and are Tactical Assault Group Meanwhile, two other MTF 3 personnel and by the Directorate of Defence News. The served in the online TAG for a available for people to apply (TAG East) based on 4RAR fact that an advertisement is accepted for minimum of 60 days continu- a Special Forces soldier were also wounded in where they believe they have (Cdo) in 1997 enhanced publication does not mean that the product ously. This includes members recent incidents. the capability significantly. or service has the endorsement of the an entitlement for the award. of the regimental command The Special Forces soldier suffered minor This element of the capabil- Department of Defence or Army. The medal was recom- element and other specialists wounds during a partnered cordon and search mended by the Defence ity now resides with 2 Cdo such as signallers and intel- mission targeting insurgent-laid IEDs in Tarin Regt. Honours and Awards Tribunal ligence staff. Kot on August 23. He returned to duty after Army online last year to recognise the Support from specialist receiving medical treatment. members of the ADF such Other specialist members counter terrorism and special of the ADF, such as special The two MTF 3 soldiers suffered the cumula- http://www.army.gov.au recovery capability, which as the Navy Clearance Diver trade and aviation operations aviation personnel tive effects of four separate IED strikes between was first raised in 1979 in the elements has been impor- in support of the TAG, may July 19 and August 24. They presented for treat- http://www.facebook.com/ SASR. tant for the capability. also receive the medal but ment after August 24. TheAustralianArmy The government accepted only if they meet the require- HQJOC’s Director of Health, Gp-Capt Karen the recommendations and ment to serve continuously Leshinskas, said the delay was common for sol- http://www.twitter.com/ Governor-General Quentin the ASM CT/SR was a fitting online for 60 days. diers suffering mild traumatic brain injury as a AustralianArmy Bryce endorsed the award on reward for the people who first result of multiple IED blasts. March 24. raised the capability and main- More information and the applica- An individual with mild traumatic brain injury http://www.youtube.com/ADFMedia Socomd Projects Officer tained it over many years. tion form (AD807) are available at may be dazed, confused or lose consciousness. Lt-Col David Gunning said He said criteria for the http://www.defence.gov.au/medals. Most cases recover fully within 7-10 days.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ AustralianArmy Charges against SOTG members withdrawn Face of Army THE Director of Military Prosecu- a fair trial and that the integrity of the tions formally applied to the Judge military legal process was preserved,” Advocate on August 29 to with- he said. draw charges against a third ADF “The ADF has a reputation for member involved in an incident in being a highly disciplined and pro- Afghanistan on February 12, 2009. fessional force. In order to maintain The Judge Advocate gave leave for this reputation, it is important that all the withdrawal of the charge sheet, incidents leading to a civilian casualty concluding the proceedings. are investigated thoroughly, compre- Legal processes as a result of the hensively and transparently.” charges brought by the Director of On February 12, 2009, SOTG Military Prosecutions in relation to the members conducted a compound incident involving three ADF person- clearance in Uruzgan province in nel have now concluded. which six Afghans were killed and CDF Gen David Hurley said the four wounded. legal processes adhered to were inde- The operation was the subject of an pendent of the chain of command. investigation, which led to the Director Fired up: Pte Tom Woolf, Admin Coy 1RAR, “Defence was committed to of Military Prosecutions charging supplied more than 2500 litres of fuel to the ensuring a proper legal process was three ADF personnel with alleged ser- Legal process: Three SOTG members were charged in unit’s vehicles during 3 Bde’s Combined Arms observed throughout this matter so vices offences and referred the charges relation to a civilian casualty incident in Afghanistan on Training Activity. Photo by Maj Al Green that the individuals charged received for trial by general courts martial. February 12, 2009. The charges have now been withdrawn. Army September 15, 2011 NEWS 3 Deployed troops are MPs gain top priority: Secretary OPERATIONALLY deployed person- nel must “always be front of mind” for Defence, according to new Secretary Duncan Lewis. Mr Lewis, a former Special Forces commander, took up his appointment as Secretary of Defence on September 5. breath test He identified the support of deployed members as a top priority. Other priorities included maintaining Defence’s reform agenda. “I know each of you do a tremendous job keeping our nation safe and I look for- ward to working with you,” he said. “I am entirely committed to work- capability ing in close partnership with the CDF to ensure the best outcomes for the organisa- tion and I am determined to take Defence By Sgt Andrew Hetherington forward with the reform programs A NEW Chief of Army directive announced by the government.” enables military police to conduct He is committed to the Strategic roadside random breath testing Reform Program and to implementing the (RBT) of Army personnel. Black Review into organisational account- ability. New secretary: Duncan Lewis Provost Marshal – Army Lt-Col “Defence cannot afford to walk away Murray Heron said CA Directive 11/11 from reform and I will look for further organisation which is operationally effec- permitted MPs to stop and conduct ways of improving the way Defence does tive, yet cost conscious; an organisation RBT on members driving both civilian business,” he said. which is ‘can do’, yet accountable; and and military vehicles travelling within “I recognise the skill, the experience an organisation that delivers for Australia Army bases. and the commitment in every part of the a Department of State in support of a “These roads are deemed as safety- department and I will seek your support Defence Force with the best defence capa- critical areas,” he said. “If outside a and assistance as we deliver a defence bilities our finite resources can produce.” base, MPs can stop any military vehi- cle and assess drivers in accordance with the directive.” Before the release of the directive on August 5, the procedures for deal- Vehicle auction dates set ing with Army personnel suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol OFFROADING and motorbike Honda Foreman TRX450 4x4 and was limited to DFDA investigation and enthusiasts can look forward to some TRX400, Suzuki Quad Master, action, a lengthy and complex process. exciting bargains when several for- Honda 450 Traxlok, and Polaris “MPs used to only have the option mer ADF vehicles are auctioned in Sportsman. of pursuing DFDA action by their October. Auction dates and locations are: observations of a member’s sobrie- Automobile auction specialists  Sydney – October 4 and 19 ty. Now they can conduct RBT while Manheim will sell the vehicles online  Adelaide – October 11 also maintaining the ability to conduct and in eight locations in major cities  DFDA inquiries if warranted,” Lt-Col around Australia between October 4 Brisbane – October 11 and 12 Heron said. and 27.  Hobart – October 13 In the new directive, CA Lt-Gen The sale will comprise 45 Land  Perth – October 18 and 25 Morrison states his intent to stop Army Rover TD5 Defenders, 90 motorbikes,  Townsville – October 20 members from driving vehicles while 65 all-terrain vehicles and more than  exceeding the blood-alcohol limit. 220 trailers of different types. Darwin – October 26 “This directive will improve the The motorcycles include Yamaha  Melbourne – October 27 capacity of MPs to reduce the risk of XT600, Honda XR250 and Suzuki Army personnel driving a vehicle in DR-Z400 models. For more information go to contravention of state, territory or mili- All-terrain vehicles include the www.manheim.com.au tary law,” the directive states. “In doing so, this will enhance and Blow into this: Cpl Troy Stapleton, Canberra Domestic Policing Unit, protect our reputation by maintaining is one of the MPs who will be using Alcolmeters to breath test Army the safety and welfare of Army (and personnel under the CA’s directive. Photo by Sgt Andrew Hetherington ADF) members, as well as those with- in the civilian community. “This interim directive will remain RANDOM BREATH TESTING PROCEDURE in force until the proposed DFDA amendments have been made.” THE DPU Operations Officer, with the required information. The The Army’s Domestic Policing Capt Andrew Deacon, said the MPs can provide an administrative Unit (DPU), which consists of 80 process for MP-conducted RBT statement if required. members, will be primarily responsible would be similar to a breath test The matter will then be dealt for conducting roadside RBT and the by civil police. with by the driver’s unit in accord- practice is being rolled out this month. “If an Army member is request- ance with Defence instructions. “There is also a plan to immedi- ed to stop, they will be asked to If the driver refuses to provide ately introduce RBT training at the show their ADF ID card,” he said. a sample, drives away from the Defence Police Training Centre,” “Once it has been confirmed RBT site before being released Lt-Col Heron said. that they are an Army member, a or fails to obey the direction of “As for the DPU, we initially put breath sample is required to be MPs, an MP investigation will all sections through RBT trials, ensur- provided into the alcolmeter. commence and the driver will face ing we ironed out any concerns or “All Army members, regardless disciplinary action. issues before going live. of rank, are required to provide a Know your blood alcohol limits sample under the directive.” If personnel are on duty and “We then plan to have all 10 sec- If the member provides a read- driving a military vehicle, the tions up and running, conducting ing above the blood alcohol limit, blood-alcohol limit is zero. RBTs this month.” MPs will inform the driver’s unit. If off duty and driving a civil- Staff from the driver’s unit ian vehicle, the limit is 0.05 or in The CA 11/11 interim RBT directive can be will attend the place of testing accordance with local state road found on the DRN at and assume responsibility for the laws. Vehicles include bicycles http://intranet.defence.gov.au/DRMS/uAB233/ member. MPs will provide the unit and motorbikes. R8695275.pdf You don’t have to be wealthy to invest... but you do have to invest to be wealthy!

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THE March/April 2012 issue of the The edition is themed to follow on ADF Journal will focus on the junior from the April/May 2011 issue on the ADF leadership experience over the ADF command and leadership experi- past 20 years and the editorial team ence. It included contributions from a is seeking contributions. range of senior officers from all three RSM-A WO Stephen Ward said he services, covering ADF deployments to encouraged ARA and ARes personnel Somalia, East Timor, the Middle East with operational leadership experience and Afghanistan. to contribute to the edition. Editorial staff emphasised they “It should be an extremely interest- were not seeking academic contribu- ing issue and one of considerable ben- tions at this time, and only pieces efit to current and future members of based on the personal experiences of the ADF,” he said. soldiers, NCOs and junior officers Contributions should be about 1200 would be accepted. words and written as a personal recol- lection of one or more ADF deploy- Contributions should be submitted by email to ments on operations. [email protected] by mid January The best article from each service next year. For more information, go to will receive $250, with an additional www.adfjournal.adc.edu.au or contact the editor $500 for the best overall article. on (08) 8431 4005.

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By Cpl Melanie Schinkel “WELCOME home” and “we missed you” were printed on the children’s bright yellow t-shirts and the crowd cheered and vigorously waved mini Australian and Northern Territory flags as 1200 ADF personnel marched past. Downtown Darwin’s streets were lined with people who congregated to celebrate the safe return of MTF 2 and 1 Bde Rotation 4 personnel from their MEAO and East Timor deploy- ments during a homecoming parade on September 3. The soldiers, sailors, airmen and officers stepped off to the beat of the Australian Army Band – Darwin at 10am and received an overwhelming applause as they marched down the Esplanade and Knuckey and Cavenagh streets. Happy to be home: Pte Thomas Edwards, 5RAR, catches up with his son, Xavier, after 2IC MTF 2 Maj Cameron Ellis said it the welcome home parade (inset) in Darwin. Photos by LS Andrew Dakin was fantastic to see and hear the people of Darwin welcoming them home. support squadron in Tarin Kot for nine “These young soldiers went through a months. very serious experience overseas. Today “I have served in Iraq twice but this was special for them because they got to was my first deployment to Afghanistan. TTraditionalraditional BrazilianBrazilian strut their stuff and take a bow in front of It was a good experience but there is still their families, friends and community,” a long way to go in terms of the Afghan BBBQBQ SStyletyle DDiningining Maj Ellis said. people reconstructing their country. But, After the march, engulfed in a bear we are making good headway and I saw OOnlynly 5 mminsins fromfrom hug with his three daughters, medic positive progress during my time there,” Pte Damien Gardiner, 5RAR, said he Cpl Pulsford said. returned home from his nine-month “As a corporal during this deploy- EEnoggeranoggera Afghanistan deployment two months ment I had more responsibility and had to ago. concentrate on situational awareness and “I served in Tarin Kot’s Role 2 making the right calls to look after my Hospital and in parts of the Baluchi mates. The biggest challenge was being Valley and Uruzgan province,” Pte away from my family. Even though it Tender, succulent meats, slow roasted over sizzling charcoal. Gardiner said. was hard, I just carried on and took it one “My deployment was a fantastic day at a time. Waiters bring the skewers to your table and carve the different experience because I got to put into prac- “Right now, I’m adjusting back cuts of beef, chicken, pork and lamb. tice all the lead up training I had done into home life and looking forward to Savour the progression of brilliant tastes, brought out in years before. That said, it’s good to be my next posting as an instructor at the stages to allow time for you to enjoy the company at your table, home and I have enjoyed some time off School of Armour.” relax and unwind. Tempt your taste buds with the array of with the family.” A celebratory barbecue was held side dishes, salads, hot vegetables, roast vegetables, hot Hot and sweaty from the march, Cpl at Robertson Barracks after the parade pineapple and whole-meat sausages. Vegetarian and Andrew Pulsford was trying to convince and John Schumann’s new band, the other dietary options are well catered for. his three children to give him a peck Vagabond Crew, performed a 90-minute on the cheek. He served as an ASLAV set that included Schumann’s famous Our unique dining experience is ideal for groups, crew commander, attached to a combat Redgum song, I was only 19. work functions, celebrations and Christmas parties. We are one of the few child and family friendly restaurants in Brisbane. Our large dining areas and separate function room make the perfect venue for large or small gatherings. We can arrange unit breakfasts or functions with menus tailored to suit. We are open for lunch every day and offer four seating times each evening. LLunch-12unch-12 noonnoon toto 2.30pm2.30pm ImmediateImmediate service-noservice-no waitingwaiting DDinnerinner seatings:seatings: 55.30.30 ttoo 7.20pm7.20pm 66.00.00 ttoo 7.50pm7.50pm 77.30pm.30pm toto closeclose 88.00pm.00pm toto closeclose Mundo - Your celebration destination

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THIS year marks 70 years since the “The AWAS took on more than formation of three specific military ser- 21,000 women for roles in anti-aircraft vices for women in Australia. and coastal artillery, ordnance, cipher, The Women’s Australian Auxiliary electrical, intelligence and mechanical Air Force (WAAAF) was established units, as clerks, typists and cooks, para- in February 1941, the Women’s Royal chute packers, drivers and butchers dur- Australian Naval Service (WRANS) was ing World War II,” Mr Snowdon said. formed in April 1941 and the Australian The AWAS was disbanded after Army Women’s Service, later known as the war but reinstated in 1951 as the the Australian Women’s Army Service Women’s Royal Australian Army Corps (AWAS), was established in August of (WRAAC). the same year. In the late 1970s, female soldiers Veterans’ Affairs Minister Warren started being integrated into the Army Snowdon said the forces were originally and the WRAAC was disbanded in 1984. formed to release men from certain mili- More than 27,000 women joined the tary duties and allow their deployment in WAAAF and more than 2000 joined the fighting units overseas. WRANS during WWII. $6* a day buys you coffee... OR... A hot investment property.

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By Cfn Max Bree TWENTY-EIGHT years of tradition came to an end on September 2 with 3RAR sol- diers selling their last Legacy badges on the streets of Sydney. Three hundred and fifty soldiers spread out through the Sydney CBD selling traditional Legacy pins alongside new-age wrist bands and MP3 players. Since 3RAR moved to Holsworthy Barracks in 1983, its soldiers have hit the city streets each year to help support the fami- lies of military personnel killed while serving the nation. By the time Legacy Week comes around next year, the battalion will be based in Townsville. In the past 28 years, 3RAR soldiers have collected millions of dollars for Legacy from a generous public. Selling badges in the Sydney CBD, Pte Scott Campbell said there was no need to has- sle the public for donations, with most unable to resist the sharply dressed soldiers. While LCpl Kyle Stockdale saw donations coming from some unexpected people. “We’ve had a lot of English, Kiwis and the Americans are right into it.” Fund raisers: Pte CO 3RAR Lt-Col Trent Scott hoped to sup- Robert Lynch (left) sells port the battalion’s main charity once they had badges while Pte Scott moved to Townsville. Campbell and LCpl Kyle “Legacy does a good job of looking after Stockdale (inset) chat the children of deceased and wounded Defence with a US Air Force members,” Lt-Col Scott said. veteran on Legacy Day “We like to contribute in ways other than in Sydney. providing the blanket of freedom and security Photos by Cfn Max Bree under which the nation sleeps at night.”

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Information: The new and improved iArmy website (inset) offers more tools for e-learning, knowledge sharing and professional development, and allows soldiers to share their experiences from operations and training to benefit others. Main photo by Cpl Ricky Fuller Info-sharing portal gets an upgrade

“IT’S like YouTube for sol- to access the information available and diers.” That’s how Knowledge added some more useful features. Systems Manager Maj Bernadine “Our aim with the iArmy website is O’Shaughnessy described one feature to take some of the best networking tools of the iArmy website, which launched to hit the Internet in the past 10 years and its new and improved second version create similar tools for sharing informa- tion and knowledge internally,” she said. last month. “There really is something there The e-learning section of the website to help all soldiers do their jobs bet- allows anyone with DRN access to ter, improve their understanding of the upload a video that informs soldiers, organisation and contribute their own explains issues and improves knowledge knowledge and skills for the benefit of and awareness. others.” Maj O’Shaughnessy said the new ver- sion of the website offered more util- Version 1 of iArmy was launched ity, more interactivity and new e-learning on March 17 by the Army Knowledge opportunities based heavily on user feed- Management Group with the aim of back from the original. providing a single portal for all Army’s “We’ve adapted it to suit junior and knowledge. The site is the vision of the senior leaders, trainers, like-minded Head of Modernisation and Strategic groups and soldiers in general,” she said. Planning-Army, Maj-Gen John Caligari, “There’s a lot of information in there who wanted a portal for tacit and explicit for professional development, e-learn- knowledge. ing and understanding how the broader The Director of Army Knowledge organisation works. Group, Col Michael Rozzoli, said the “There are also several ways soldiers new site offered significantly more util- can contribute to the website, includ- ity for soldiers and officers alike and he ing uploading their own videos to the urged everyone to take another look. e-learning section, submitting ideas for The iArmy portal includes fixed Army-related iPhone apps, contributing knowledge such as doctrine, lessons and information to the Army Wiki, adding policy, as well as soldier-provided con- lessons and providing feedback and sug- tent, such as the Army Wiki and e-learn- gestions for the iArmy initiative.” ing videos. Maj O’Shaughnessy said the new website had made it easier for visitors iArmy is on the DRN at http://iArmy.defence.gov.au Army September 15, 2011 NEWS 9 Inflating smiles DIDP changes By LAC Bill Solomou lives for better “A ONCE in a lifetime experi- AFTER completing the pilot ence.” That is how two soldiers Defence Indigenous Development described their most recent deploy- Program (DIDP) in December ment. 2009, Pte Anthony Baker, Sgt Terrence Bligh, Defence Force Recruiting Parramatta, and Cpl Chris Norforce, has gone from strength Causby, DFR Perth, participated in to strength. Exercise Arnhem Drifter from July Talking at the Garma Festival, 28 to August 31. 40km south of Nhulunbuy in East Arnhem Drifter is an ADF initia- Arnhem Land on August 7, Pte Baker tive which brings aviation to young told how the program had changed Australians in remote communities. It his life. “I grew up near Borroloola in gives them the opportunity to experi- the Gulf Country Northern Territory,” ence the magic of flight. he said. The Air Force hot air balloon After leaving school when he was DIDP graduates: Pte Anthony travelled 14,000km through remote 14 to work on a nearby cattle station, Baker and Pte Warren Australian locations, including Pte Baker knew there was more to life Arnhem Land, the Kimberley Ranges and joined the seven-month DIDP. Gaykamungu at the Garma and Central Australia. “I knew I had to make a change in Festival. Photo by LAC Glynn Jones During the exercise, both Sgt my life,” he said. “This course opened He now hopes to go into politics Bligh and Cpl Causby participated as my eyes to the opportunities available in the Northern Territory when he crew members as well as recruiting to me but it was going to take a lot of finishes Year 12. and careers counsellors. hard work on my part.” “As a member of the NT Sgt Bligh also acted as the indig- At the end of the course, Pte Government I would bring new goals enous liaison member. Baker won an ADF scholarship to and ideas to the job. “I speak four different dialects, so attend St Joseph’s College in Hunter “I want to help my people, engaging with the elders and the kids Hill, Sydney. “For someone like me, but more than that I want to help was great.” Sgt Bligh said. attending one of the premier schools my people help all the people of “It was a great chance to offer in Sydney was a bit scary. I was tested Australia.” information to the students, to engage to see where I was academically and Another great success story the school decided I would have to with them and to present myself as a Fun in sun: Sgt presented at the DIDP forum was join at Year 9.” proud third-generation soldier.” Terrence Bligh and the that of Pte Warren Gaykamungu, Sgt Bligh’s grandfather served in He was disappointed, because he Warmun Community from Milingimbi. He is studying a World War II and his father served in was 17 at the time, but the school children have some Bachelor Degree by correspondence Vietnam. assigned him a tutor and he worked at Deakin University. For Cpl Causby, Balgo was a fun packing away the an extra four hours a day to meet the RAAF balloon (above) highlight as he said the children were requirements to advance from Year 9 DIDP is a whole-of-government initia- great. and (inset) Cpl Chris to Year 11 in one year. Causby helps set up tive between the Department of Defence, “Kicking the footy with them was “It was hard but I went from near Department of Education, Employment and fantastic,” Cpl Causby said. “I really the balloon. the bottom to receiving awards for Workplace Relations and the NT Department did enjoy the trip.” Photos by Flt-Sgt Glen McCarthy second and third in my classes.” of Education and Training.

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BRIEFS Review extended THE reporting deadline for review team assessing allega- Highly commended tions of sexual or other forms of abuse in Defence has been extended until September 30. The team from law firm DLA Piper has received more than 1000 allegations – some from people who contacted the review directly, some referred to the review from the Minister’s Office or Defence. The team also has before it allegations reported in the media. Defence Minister Stephen Smith said the crisis coordination team advised that although a lot of work had been done, due to the volume of allegations, it required more time By Cfn Max Bree to collect and test relevant information in relation to the TWO HQ 1 Div staff members allegations it is considering. The terms of reference for the have been recognised for their review are available at www.dlapiper.com/australia/review/ work coordinating the ADF C-RAM award for DMO Queensland flood response. 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QUEENSLAND Police Service members who are He planned the composition Defence reservists can be assured their military and civil and deployment of JTF force ele- employers will negotiate and consult on employment ments across central and northern arrangements following the signing of a memorandum of Queensland. understanding between the two organisations. Head of “We needed to quickly fig- Cadet, Reserve and Employer Support Division Maj-Gen ure out what ADF elements were Paul Brereton joined with Police Deputy Commissioner Recognition: From left, Sqn-Ldr David Scherr and Capt Rupert Hindle received bronze commendations Ian Stewart to sign the MOU in late August. The MOU needed, what was available at for their efforts coordinating land and air elements in response to the Queensland floods. forms the basis of a mutually understood approach to the short notice and where these ele- employment of these reservists and better management ments needed to be deployed for Queensland, with flood waters chaos was in our own backyard, mance while coordinating day-to- of a shared workforce. maximum effect,” Capt Hindle engulfing Toowomba and areas and growing minute-by-minute.” day operations during the response said. of Brisbane, our response shifted Capt Hindle’s commendation phase and his significant contribu- Comms milestone “When the crisis shifted just as rapidly. acknowledges his professionalism, tion to the rapid provision of ADF AUSTRALIA’S ground communications capability in dramatically to south-east “This time the environmental dedication and exceptional perfor- assistance to the civil authorities. 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14 SPECIAL REPORT Army September 15, 2011 New approach to managing By Graham McBean workforce has been increased by more Outcomes Program (Milhop) survey, MENTAL HEALTH TEAMS AUSTRALIA WIDE than 50 per cent. Another 24 positions which is expected in the near future. AS THE tempo of operations con- will be added over the next 18 months. The ADF has engaged an adviso- tinues, there has been an increasing  These new positions will staff eight ry panel of leading experts on mental focus on making sure that health- Eight Regional Mental Health Northern New South Wales: new Regional Mental Health Teams health from around the country and care intervention is getting to the Teams have been established at Level 17, 270 Pitt Street, Sydney, (RMHT) comprising a coordinator and external to Defence to analyse the data NSW, (02) 9393 2995 people who need it when they the local level. Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs and look at the suitability of the ADF need it. The teams are multi-disciplinary  North Queensland: Lavarack coordinator. Clinical psychologists programs. More than 34,000 Australian mili- and usually include a chaplain, Health Centre, Building 675, have also been recruited for three of Mr Morton says the information tary personnel have deployed to the social worker, psychologist medical Lavarack Barracks Townsville, the RMHTs. will give the ADF a thorough under- MEAO alone – many on multiple officer and psychiatrist. (07) 4411 2120 On a local level, Psychology standing of the rates of mental health occasions – since 2003. Regional teams are located at:  South Queensland: Room Support Sections have been inte- issues and the major problems people G20, 1st Floor, Building G16, The release in 2009 of the Dunt  Western Australia: Leeuwin grated with other local mental health are experiencing. Lloyd Street, Gallipoli Barracks, Review into mental health in the ADF Clinic, Building 18; Leeuwin professionals to form multi-discipli- Importantly, the data will also help Enoggera Qld, (07) 3332 2466 has led to reforms that will provide Barracks, WA, (08) 9311 2763 nary Mental Health and Psychology the ADF understand the barriers to the ADF with one of the largest work-  Southern New South Wales: Sections. accessing health care and how treat-  Northern Territory: Building place mental health support systems in Duntroon Health Centre, RMC, This includes assessment and treat- ment can be improved. 260, Defence Establishment Australia. Morshead Drive, Duntroon ACT ment for conditions such as depres- “We are very conscious that as we Berrimah, Winnelli NT, Mental health issues “are life- 2600, (02) 6265 9754 sion, anxiety, stress, trauma, relation- get mental health providers out there (08) 8935 4256 changing events”. However, members’  Victoria/Tasmania: Level 1, M ship problems, grief and loss, work that we integrate the mental health and worries about their job and the stig-  South Australia: Building Block, 256-310 St Kilda Road, conflicts and career counselling. other health services into a more com- ma of mental illness are the primary 308, RAAF Base Edinburgh, Melbourne Vic 3006, In addition, the creation of the ADF prehensive health service and make it obstacles to seeking help, according Edinburgh SA, (08) 7339 3695 (03) 9282 4844 Centre for Mental Health will provide easier for people to access those ser- to Commander Joint Health Services Defence with a facility to research vices,” Mr Morton says. Maj-Gen Paul Alexander. best-practice mental health interven- With this “final piece of the jig- “The biggest challenge is still to ery and the fact that it may take of Professor David Dunt’s 52 recom- tion programs and to support and train saw”, the ADF will be able to augment ensure that people understand we will ADF health providers. existing programs with best-practice many years, and the fact that we have mendations. look after them,” Maj-Gen Alexander By the end of 2013, Maj-Gen outcomes designed to reshape ADF a responsibility and a duty of care, Now, halfway through an $82m says. 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CIVIL SKILLS DATA Skills in Reserve 16 WORLD NEWS Army September 15, 2011 Anzacs run for fun and funds By Flt-Lt John McCourt August 26 to take part, with the money raised going to Rotary International and MORE than 100 Australian and New a East Timor charity dedicated to improv- Zealand personnel deployed to East ing the lives of women and children. Timor have banded together to take ISF commander Col Luke Foster said part in a high-profile charity fun run. the 113 troops who took part represented The Anzac runners and walkers of the a quarter of the deployed force in East International Stabilisation Force (ISF) Timor. joined East Timorese participants in the “They all got into the spirit of the day annual First Lady Cup – named in honour in the knowledge they were joining with of East Timor’s original First Lady, Kirsty the local community to enjoy the freedom Sword Gusmao. of a Sunday morning outing in an atmos- Mission accomplished: Black Hawk pilot Lt David Rees catches up with new mum Eva Samuel, who he The oceanfront streets of Dili were phere of peace,” Col Foster said. evacuated to Dili National Hospital when she suffered complications giving birth to her baby son, Daniel. cleared of the usual heavy traffic for the He said the race was a positive sign Photo by Cpl Melina Mancuso 10km run and 5km walk events. of the progress being made in East Timor Civilians get AME Hundreds of entrants rose early on during recent years. The Australian-led International its Black Hawks to evacuate two “I consider myself lucky to have Stabilisation Force (ISF) has been patients from Atauro Island, about been on duty at the time and play my involved in several aeromedical 25km north of Dili. own part in bringing another new life evacuations of East Timorese civil- A 26-year-old woman was suffer- into the world,” he said. ians this month. ing an obstructed labour, requiring a In the Lolotoe evacuation, the boy A Timor-Leste Aviation Group caesarean section, and an 18-year-old had suffered severe kerosene burns to (TLAG) Black Hawk evacuated two man was diagnosed with appendicitis. 50 per cent of his body. seriously ill East Timorese from an The woman, Eva Samuel, was The request for assistance was transferred to the Dili National island off the coast of Dili on the raised by a volunteer nurse who was night of September 1 for urgent med- Hospital where she gave birth to a healthy baby boy named Daniel. working in the village for Rotary ical attention, while on September 5, International. an ISF-contracted helicopter with a “I am so thankful for the help of medical team onboard evacuated an the ISF,” the new mum said through Since his evacuation to Dili 11-year-old boy from the village of an interpreter. “Thank you so much National Hospital, the boy’s condi- Lolotoe. for coming to rescue me.” tion has improved. In the first AME, TLAG respond- One of the pilots on the mercy ISF commander Col Luke Foster ed to a request from the UN to flight, Lt David Rees, said it was a said the force was ready and able to On the run: ISF runners join hundreds of local participants in the First Lady use the night-flying capability of great feeling to be able to help out. respond to urgent calls for assistance. Cup charity fun run in Dili. Photo by Sgt Bill Guthrie ConfusedConfused aboutabout NovatedNovated Leasing?Leasing?

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Team effort: LBdr Sean DuPont and US Marine Sgt Nicholas Livingston carry shells to the GOOD AS GOLD gun line. UNNERS from 8/12 Australian and US marine artillery crews teamed up to put some new Regt’s 102 and 103 Btys fired their M198 155mm holes in Mt Bundey. Cpl Melanie Schinkel joins them on the gun line. howitzer guns for the last FIRED UP IN THE KITCHEN G Photos by LS Andrew Dakin time with US marines during 1 Bde’s Exercise Gold Eagle from August 12 WHILE the gunners of 8/12 Regt and “During this exercise I even learnt On target: An 8/12 Regt marines of M Bty fired rounds, the how to make fresh pastries and to September 16. gunner checks About 270 8/12 Regt soldiers and cooks taught their American counter- custard for dessert, which I’ve never the bearing. 93 marines from M Bty, 3rd Bn, 11th parts how to make lamingtons, pav- made before.” Marines, also known as the 311th, par- lovas and custard in Camp Krusty’s Cpl Darren Burtenshaw, a reserv- ticipated in the combined artillery exer- kitchen. ist cook for 8/12 Regt, said the cise held in the Mt Bundey Training Marine cooks Cpl Steven Evans marines’ enthusiasm was refreshing Area near Darwin. and LCpl Edwin Todd from M Bty to work with. CO 8/12 Regt Lt-Col Andy Haebich worked alongside a team of six “Both marines have a great sense said Ex Gold Eagle was a combat recip- Australian Army cooks to prepare of humour and are keen to learn,” Cpl rocal exchange between the Australian more than 400 fresh meals a day Burtenshaw said. Army and the US Marine Corps. during Ex Gold Eagle. “While we showed them how to “M Bty marines were integrated LCpl Todd said he was surprised make pavlovas and cook meat on the the Australian Army prepared most of with 103 Bty, worked in 8/12 Regt’s barbecue, they taught us how to have its food fresh. command post, joint-fire teams, and a bit more fun while on the job.” “You guys cook everything fresh combat service and operations support He said the cooks prepped for batteries,” he said. Lock and load: LBdr – even out in the field. Our meals James Thatcher prepares are generally pre-packaged so we dinner during breakfast to keep on “Overall, the exercise was a great top of the workload. success and gave us the opportunity to high explosive shells. just drop them into hot water to heat “Three hot dishes were served trade secrets with the marines about up. Most of our food arrives frozen, how to conduct close support with artil- although we do use fresh fruit and for dinner so we had about 60kg of lery fires and how to live, work and vegetables,” LCpl Todd said. meat and a lot of fresh vegetables to fight together.” Staked in: Gunners from 8/12 Regt set up and “This exercise has helped me a prepare. The 25 personnel attached With the Australian artillery’s M198 camouflage 155mm M198 artillery pieces. lot. I’m learning so much more from to Camp Krusty had cold salads and 155mm howitzers being replaced by the Australians than I did at the meats for lunch but we prepared hot M777A2 155mm lightweight guns from Marine Corps cooking school, which boxes for the troops out field. February next year, Ex Gold Eagle pro- is just a two-month course in Virginia. “We tried to cook what the sol- vided 103 Bty and M Bty the oppor- It only teaches us the basics like san- diers wanted to eat, which was pretty tunity to exchange tactics, techniques itation and how to make omelettes much anything deep fried or covered and procedures, and learn how their and scrambled eggs. with melted cheese.” coalition counterparts operated within a gun group. “This was our last exercise with the Smells good: US Marine Cpl M198 howitzer and it will be a sad but Steven Evans and Pte Michelle historical day for 8/12 Regt when it Binnekamp prepare hot boxes finally farewells this great gun,” Lt-Col for troops in the field. Haebich said. Based at the Air Ground Combat Centre in Twentynine Palms, California, the 311th replaced its M198 “Some of the younger marines have He said despite some different ter- During EMV, 103 Bty will com- howitzers with M777 guns in 2005. never used or even seen this gun before minologies, variations in fire disci- plete its conversion training and gain Before Ex Gold Eagle, the marines so it was a great chance for them to see plines and the orders of reports on the invaluable live-fire experience on the completed conversion training to oper- how it is employed by a coalition coun- gun line, M Bty worked well with 103 M777 gun. ate the M198 howitzer and Steyr so try,” Capt Mahoney said. Bty. Bdr Clinton McSweeney, a detach- they could integrate with 103 Bty’s four Section chief for M Bty, Cpl Jacob “After participating in this exercise ment commander in 103 Bty, said his gun groups. Hendricks, said Australian gunners it will be much easier to approach an “The marines haven’t used the detachment was looking forward to taught him everything he knew about Australian soldier in a joint operation firing the M777 gun and drawing on M198 howitzer since they replaced or combat situation. We’ve learnt what the M198 howitzer. the marines’ expertise with the weapon. it with the M777 gun, which is more “Before I came here I knew noth- to say, what not to say and a little bit of “We will go over with open minds technologically advanced, however, the ing about it besides its name and that it the Australian lingo.” M198 forces all our gunners to focus on weighed seven tonnes. Now I know how As part of the reciprocal exchange to hopefully learn some tricks of the the fundamentals of gunnery,” Lt-Col to place, load, fire and perform mainte- program, about 60 gunners from 103 trade. Participating in EMV will also Haebich said. nance on it,” Cpl Hendricks said. Bty will travel to Twentynine Palms help us develop better SOPs for the CO M Bty US Marine Capt Matt “I also enjoyed using the Steyr. In to support M Bty in Enhanced Mojave M777 gun,” Bdr McSweeney said. Mahoney said the marines’ focus for the comparison to the M16, it’s a very reli- Viper (EMV), a pre-deployment evalu- During their visit to the US, the sol- exercise was to train with 103 Bty on able and accurate weapon. It’s also eas- ation exercise from October 16 to mid- diers will also attend the annual Marine the M198 howitzer and operate it dur- ier to hold up for long periods of time November designed to prepare two US Corps Birthday Ball in Las Vegas on ing regimental live-fire activities. because it’s lighter.” infantry battalions for Afghanistan. November 10.

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By Maj Andrew Dixon although training was essential to ensuring Army was able to achieve THE role of training in the Army its mission, evaluation was just as is to best prepare soldiers for important. warfighting. “The next step, evaluation, is Soldiers are therefore required the key because it will provide the to understand the law of armed measure of success and the feed- conflict, rules of engagement, back necessary to continuously international law, cultural and improve the training being con- humanitarian issues as well as ducted,” Lt-Col Brumby said. being able to use their initiative “Over the next 12 months, and take control of situations in the 2 Div soldiers should expect all absence of leaders. of their training to be evaluated That is where adaptive cam- to measure the level of its effec- paigning comes into play. tiveness towards achieving the In line with that, and after a required capability outcomes. heavy training year, 2 Div is in “This will commence with a trial the process of taking stock of its activity, Exercise Deep Dive, which Training Design Framework (TDF) will assess the evaluation frame- introduced earlier this year. work and process across the divi- Deputy Commander (Training) sion. Two selected training activities 2 Div Brig Steve Porter said TDF per brigade will be used to assess provided a standardised framework and enhance the framework.” looking at individual and collective Lt-Col Brumby said the level of training conducted within the divi- evaluation to be undertaken would sion and the mechanics supporting be commensurate with the level that training. and purpose of the training being “Army’s personnel are a fun- conducted. damental input to capability and “2 Div soldiers should not must be trained in the requisite expect to see a throng of observers skills and trades to suit the types of every time they participate in col- activities the Army will be called lective training but rather a discrete on to undertake,” Brig Porter said. element, perhaps comprising com- “The framework focuses on the pany or battalion staff, observing Battle ready: Evaluation of exercises delivery of challenging training the training for its effectiveness.” such as Hamel will help improve that is necessary for units and sub- Once the process has been PHILLIP DAHLER training exercises for soldiers. units to ensure capability delivery.” proven, the evaluation process will Photos by Cpl Hamish Paterson (left) and OC Training Assurance be rolled out to all collective train- ACCOUNTANT/TAX AGENT LCpl Mark Doran 2 Div Lt-Col Steve Brumby said ing activities in 2012. The services provided are: • Completion & Lodgement of Personal Tax Returns • Bookkeeping and General Accounting Services • Tax and Business Advice mylease • Home and Business Loans mylease.com.au • Completion & Lodgement of ABN applications • Completion & Lodgement of monthly and quarterly BAS statements To make a booking please contact us on; Novated Leasing made simple. Phone: 02 4648 3910 Fax: 02 4647 7087 Email: [email protected] Five star savings PO Box 437, Narellan NSW 2567 and wheels to match

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Debora Vella, like many Defence spouses, has had to ‘For me, knowing that other military families are next move the family whilst her husband was deployed. door or across the road means that I have someone I can call on if needed – and they know exactly what you ‘We were in Adelaide, Anthony was in the Middle East are going through,’ says Debora. and wasn’t due home until part way through the school year. So we decided that I would do the move with the Anthony says ‘being a Defence family when you move two girls in December so that they wouldn’t have to to a new posting really breaks down a lot of barriers; start at a new school the following May,’ Debora said. you may not know the other Defence families very well, but you still have that comfort just to know that they Her husband Major Anthony Vella jokes, ‘for me it are there.’ was the easiest move! Yes darling, they’re coming to take the furniture today – that was pretty much my involvement!’

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By LCpl Mark Doran added to the realism of the training “The protesters were prodding THE chaos of population con- for the Townsville-based soldiers. the line, trying to grab Australians or Cpl Steven Frater, a 1RAR section push through, and it was fairly realis- trol was one challenge faced by commander, has been with the north tic, the role players did it well.” Combat Team Alpha during Queensland battalion for six years. The next phase of CATA was 3 Bde’s Combined Arms Training He has deployed twice on Operation the combat team live-fire with sup- Activity (CATA) for the combined Astute and once on Operation Slipper port from engineers, artillery, arms battle group based on 1RAR. and said he had one of the most Bushmasters and 1RAR’s direct fire Nearly 1000 troops from 3 Bde rewarding jobs in Defence. support weapons platoon. and its support elements deployed to “My section was going to be part The live-fire attack started in the the Townsville Field Training Area of the ready combat team, which early hours and rolled into a defen- (TFTA) from August 27 to September meant we were to be the first soldiers sive position to defeat an enemy 3, testing the tactics and combat to push in and establish a foothold on counterattack as night fell. capability of infantry, artillery, com- the ground,” he said. Cpl Frater said the live-fire was bat engineers, cavalry and air support “Unfortunately, our Hercules was beneficial for the junior soldiers as in an environment of unrest. delayed, so a reserve combat team they were able to see the troops and The Ready Battle Group (RBG) went in by road to do the job, which firepower available to support the is rotated between 3 Bde’s three bat- they did without a hitch.” company. Medical aid: Medic Pte Jayson Payne, 3CCSB, stands ready during 3 Bde’s Once Cpl Frater’s section made talions and is prepared to deploy at “We did a walk around afterwards Combined Arms Training Activity. Photos by Maj Al Green short notice on operations. it to the area of operations their role to see the ground which really drove Capt Judd Finger, HQ 3 Bde, said changed to security of the town, home the effect of the amount of fire- the scenario of the CATA was an which allowed the locals to continue evacuation operation in a fictional with their everyday life. power we can put on the enemy’s country called Tropicana Enclave. During the security task a local position before the assault,” Cpl “This was the pinnacle of their was detained by the Australian forc- Frater said. training to practise and evaluate the es and Cpl Frater said the incident “I would not have wanted to be on group to be certified as a contingency caused unrest among the local popu- that position. force,” Capt Finger said. lation. This was where the less expe- “The defensive live-fire combined “The battle group could be rienced soldiers received some good with the illumination from the artil- deployed overseas at just hours’ training. lery and the 84mm Karl Gustavs also notice, so they have to be highly “We rehearsed population control showed the amount of firepower we trained. in our intermediate mounting base, can have in a combat team to hold-off “The RBG has been deployed so this event reinforced to our newer the enemy if need be. numerous times, particularly to soldiers the confusion on the line and “The live-fire was definitely the Solomon Islands and East Timor. the defensive methods we use,” Cpl highlight of CATA, especially down They are there for the evacuation of Frater said. to soldier level. It really showed that Australians and also security opera- “Our platoon faced 40 protesters everyone has a role to play in a com- tions within the Pacific.” who were chanting and swearing at bat team attack, which comes down Fired up: Gnrs Peter Shavikin and Kevin Bird, 4 Regt, handle a 105mm round Role players acting as civilians, us and they started throwing apples to the basic soldier skills and the indi- as the crew prepares to fire a mission at Townsville Field Training Area. local officials and Special Forces and tennis balls to simulate rocks. viduals taking the pits.”

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On the move: 3/4 Cav Regt rolls through the Townsville Field Training Area.

Checklist: MPs Pte Shane Kavari and Cpl Paul Young, A Coy, 1 MP Bn, compare notes during the training activity.

Sights set: Gnr Scott Parkes, 4 Regt, checks the collimator (used for gun accuracy) during 3 Bde’s Combined Arms Training Activity.

24 FEATURES Army September 15, 2011

“Look past the starched uniforms and nervous smiles and I’m sure you’ll see you are in fact surrounded by family – James and Akka’s other family, their Army family.” – CO 1CER Lt-Col Matt Pearce ‘Be proud of them’: CO

By Cpl Melanie Schinkel “I’m sorry it has taken so long to get AN OVERWHELMING 800 people them gathered here in one spot, but they had an important job to finish – a promise made attended a memorial service at Robertson between mates to see the job through to the Barracks on September 2 to unveil com- end, a promise they dare not break. They memorative plaques for two 1CER sol- have kept that promise.” diers who were killed in Afghanistan in He said he was conscious that many February this year. ADF personnel were unable to attend the Recently returned MTF 2 and Rotation formal ceremonies and had to say their own 4 personnel, family, friends and community goodbyes. members from Palmerston and Darwin gath- “Each name on this wall reminds us of ered to pay tribute to Cpl Richard Atkinson the real meaning of sacrifice. They provide a and Spr Jamie Larcombe during a touching visible reminder of the danger of our profes- service at 1CER’s unit memorial, designed sion. They challenge and inspire us. Akka and built by 1CER sappers when the regi- and Jamie both loved the Army and were ment moved to Darwin 10 years ago. Solemn service: Family, friends and members of MTF 2 attend a memorial service for Cpl Richard passionate about being combat engineers. 2IC MTF 2 Maj Cameron Ellis said Atkinson and Spr Jamie Larcombe at Robertson Barracks. Photos by LS Andrew Dakin I’m honoured to add their names to our MTF 2 personnel had held memorial ser- memorial – they will never be forgotten. vices for both soldiers in theatre and in “I hope this service gave you the chance Australia but this was their first opportunity to pause, and to remember with a smile to honour them together. “It was quite an appropriate service and Akka and Jamie, and indeed other mates it offered closure for all of us to mourn and who have been killed in Afghanistan such remember together. The service was a fitting as LCpl Andrew Jones, Pte Scott Palmer and tribute for the families and an opportunity Cpl Matthew Hopkins. for us to demonstrate to them how much we “We honour the memory of our mates feel their loss,” Maj Ellis said. by continuing to talk about them, sharing CO 1CER Lt-Col Matt Pearce offered a our memories and by looking after those tender message to the fallen soldiers’ fami- who are left behind. I urge you all to hon- lies and friends. our them, remember them and be proud of “Look past the starched uniforms and them.” nervous smiles and I’m sure you’ll see that Defence Science and Personnel Minister you’re not surrounded by strangers, you are Warren Snowdon, CA Lt-Gen David in fact surrounded by family – Jamie and Morrison, Commander Forcomd Maj-Gen Akka’s other family, their Army family. Jeff Sengelman, Commander 1 Div Maj- “Look and you’ll see you are surrounded Gen Rick Burr and Commander 1 Bde Brig Minute’s silence: The Last Post is played during Remembering: Cpl Guy Higgins, 1CER, talks by Akka and Jamie’s other brothers and sis- Gus McLachlan were among the dignitaries the service. about Cpl Atkinson at the memorial service. ters, their Army mates,” Lt-Col Pearce said. at the service. new car on the radar? for Defence Pay less tax when buying your next car Fleet Network will deliver outstanding deals on any new car Personnel anywhere in Australia. You will receive massive savings through our national fl eet buying power and access to superb novated leasing options. Our experienced consultants will manage the entire process from order to delivery and your package will be established with your employers salary packaging provider. If you are considering a new car then call now and discover for yourself why thousands of Australians have trusted Fleet Network to buy their new car. Limited Offer*

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Dedication: OC A Sqn, 1 Armd Regt, Maj Grant Chambers, leads his squadron past one of two memorial walls during a ceremony to dedicate the City of Palmerston Memorial Park. Palmerston unveils new park

By Cpl Melanie Schinkel jointly by the AAB-Darwin and park because of its historic con- Palmerston City Council Band. nection to 1 Armd Regt. ABOUT 250 members of the CO 1 Armd Regt Lt-Col Scott “1 Armd Regt is right on our Palmerston community attended Winter said the regiment was a doorstep here at Palmerston, so I the dedication of the Palmerston proud member of the Palmerston decided to showcase it first. Memorial Park to pay their community. “I hope to get more memorabil- respects to Defence and emer- “This was a great opportuni- ia from the Navy and the Air Force gency services personnel on ty for us, in conjunction with the to put in the park, along with some Father’s Day. Mayor’s office, to dedicate what civilian pieces because this memo- is a magnificent memorial to those rial belongs to everybody.” During the dedication service, who have served,” he said. He said the citizens of a Leopard tank and two marble “It was a great way for the regi- Palmerston had immense respect memorial walls were officially ment to cement its place within the for Defence personnel and that unveiled. Defence donated the tank Palmerston community and rein- Defence families made up 70 per to Palmerston City and the memo- force its links through the donated cent of the community. rial walls acknowledge fallen Leopard tank. “The idea is to try and help Defence members and emergency “The tank marks Army’s pres- bring our Defence personnel and services personnel who died serv- ence in the north and 1 Armd civilians closer together. A lot of ing their country. Regt’s place within this commu- families can’t get onto Robertson The guard and cenotaph nity.” Barracks because of security, so Not forgotten: Spr Robert Rose, standing, LCpl Bradley Retzki, middle, and Spr party comprised members from Palmerston City Mayor Robert I’m trying to create an area that Matthew Ivic, 1CER, lay a wreath to honour Cpl Richard Atkinson at the memorial Robertson Barracks’ 1 Armd Regt, Macleod said he was pleased to both civilian and Defence families service at Robertson Barracks. Photos by LS Andrew Dakin who marched to music performed display the Leopard tank in the own and share.”

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Defence applications. dismounted combat The projects were selected Tectonica Australia with Australian National from 119 submissions received University and CSIRO from commercial industry under This technology seeks to reduce the weight Round 15 of the Capability and of batteries a soldier needs to carry to power Technology Demonstrator (CTD) equipment such as GPS systems and radios Program for further development. for communication. It also aims to reduce the Defence Science and Personnel complexity of the power system. Foot soldiers Minister Warren Snowdon are increasingly reliant on electronic devices, announced the winning projects on which require battery power and increase the August 24, which will now receive weight a soldier has to carry. The proposal would combined funding of $13m for fur- integrate flexible lightweight power generating ther research. solar cells, more efficient power storage technol- “In supporting these proposals ogy and power generating electronic textiles, we have the potential to advance and apply smarter techniques for managing the Defence capability, produce inno- power requirement. vative products for Defence and civilian use and stimulate Australian Pegasus Aircraft Buoyancy industry growth,” Mr Snowdon said. System The CTD is managed by DSTO L-3 Nautronix with AADI Defence and was established in 1997 to pro- This proposal will demonstrate a lightweight, duce research innovation that could Powerful possibilities: Research to receive a funding boost under the Capability and Technology detachable emergency floating device for the be integrated quickly into existing, Demonstrator Program could one day lighten the load for troops in the field by reducing the number of Army’s fleet of helicopters. With the introduction new or replacement high-priority batteries they need to carry. Photo by AB Jo Dilorenzo of new Landing Helicopter Dock ships, the Army Defence capabilities. will operate helicopters from naval platforms. It is sponsored by the Capability for the introduction of the Landing note the five successful proposals  Active Pulse Analysis System by Therefore a capability to enable a helicopter to Development Group and supports Helicopter Dock ships. have come from small and medium Sonartech Atlas. remain afloat after ditching in the sea is vital for Australian industry in demonstrat- An ADF-wide project aims to enterprises and I congratulate the  Integrated Power System for the survival of crews. The Pegasus concept aims ing new technologies that have the develop a system that can signifi- companies involved for supporting dismounted combat by Tectonica to keep an aircraft up to 10 tonnes in weight potential to contribute to Defence cantly improve the ability to track innovative research and develop- Australia. afloat. The system will weigh less than 50kg and capability. provide quick and easy attachment. It will have objects in space. ment technology,” Mr Snowdon  Army-specific projects include Mr Snowdon said Defence was said. Pegasus Aircraft Buoyancy the capability to lift the aircraft to the sea’s sur- an integrated power system to proud to be supporting Australian The five projects to receive System by L-3 Nautronix. face from a depth of up to 10m and will operate reduce the number of batteries business in developing these inno- grants were:  Integration of EO/laser space automatically or under pilot control with no wired carried by soldiers and an aircraft vative products.  Nanoparticle hydrophone devel- object tracking capability by connection to the aircraft. buoyancy system in preparation “I am especially pleased to opment by Phoenix Engineering. EOS Space Systems.

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HE Infantry Corps has “The museum will be part of The museum staff and the Army a new $13m museum building the inner core of our peo- History Unit then assessed what to showcase its history, ple and will give them a sense of floor space would be needed for a equipment and contribu- who they are and how excellent the new facility taking into considera- T organisation is that they represent.” tion current exhibit sizes and allow- tion to Australia’s heritage. The building was opened Curator John Land said the new ing for future growth. by CDF Gen David Hurley at building was a long time coming. “We then worked with the con- Singleton on September 1, coin- “Since I began working here in tractors and architects coming up ciding with the anniversary of the 1985 there was talk of moving to a with plans for the new museum in centenary of the School of Inf’s newer, purpose-built and permanent August 2009 and by early 2010 we opening. facility,” Mr Land said. started the project tendering pro- Six-weeks of bad weather ham- “The museum has existed within cess,” Mr Land said. pered the completion of the muse- the Singleton base since 1974 and “In December last year the con- um and has pushed back the open- was housed within 11 old donated tract was awarded to John Holland ing of the galleries to late October. and detached quartermaster store and on January 4 this year we had The site will display the Infantry buildings.” a consultation meeting with them.” That’s a gun: School of Inf Museum Curator John Land holds a .303 inch Lewis Corps’ extensive collection of 5500 Due to the growing number of The new museum will feature light machine gun used by Australian Infantry in France and Belgium. catalogued items, including equip- exhibits and the need to relocate to a gallery floor space of 600sqm, Photos by Sgt Andrew Hetherington ment, weapons, battlefield artefacts, a newer, larger building outside the containing exhibits featuring the secure base area, the Army History training documents and soldiers’ chronology of Australian infantry Unit-managed museum had its wish stories. history. WHAT’S IN THE NEW MUSEUM? granted in 2009. After turning the first sod on “To maximise the building January 19 as VCDF, Gen Hurley “Under Army project Enhanced Land Force 2, which included space an upper mezzanine floor returned to open the building, prais- was included to display infantry ing its construction and purpose. the construction of a number of Singleton’s buildings and facilities, technology objects, such as training “It will be an exciting space for aids, grenades, bayonets and sec- people to visit and will be a highly it was decided the museum should tion firepower exhibits,” Mr Land informative history of the Infantry be moved outside the base,” Mr said. Corps,” Gen Hurley said. Land said. “Primarily it will be about peo- “In 2009 the CO of the School “In the centre of the ground ple and I think it’s important to of Inf, Lt-Col Anthony Eagan, floor we’ll have two large technol-  Some of the items that will be on display. Two framed poppies from France know about those who have served approached us and asked if we’d ogy objects: an Iroquois helicopter  Small arms totalling more than 2000 picked in July 1916. before us. like to move because of the muse- and a 17-pound anti-tank gun. weapons including an 1885 Alexander  Personal objects of a WWI soldier, Pte “It’s fundamental when some- um’s sensitive location within the “At the end of the main gallery Henry .577 inch rifle used by the NSW Alan Mather, 33 Bn, who was found in one joins an organisation they secure base area. area we’ll have two storage areas contingent in Suakin, Sudan in 1885, Belgium in 2008. When he was killed should know its identity and where “The first concept for the muse- and at the front of the museum we an X3 7.62mm prototype developed he was fully kitted with his webbing, it comes from. um began with picking up the 11 now have a corps shop, café, four as a replacement between the Bren rifle, helmet, gas mask, ammunition, “When our soldiers deploy buildings and moving them to the office spaces, a dedicated research Gun and M60 machine gun era and grenades and was carrying a souvenir overseas they’re very conscious of new site outside the main gate.” library, 50-person lecture theatre a .303 inch Lewis light machine gun German Pickelhaube (spiked helmet) in and a clean conservation room so used by Australian Infantry in France his back pack. Sixty items were found – their Anzac heritage and how they This proposal was rejected as and Belgium.” 24 will go on display.” should live up to the standards and most of the buildings were more we can treat and preserve textile values of that heritage. than 40 years old. and paper exhibits.”

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Flyboys: Black Hawk pilots Capts Haydn Jervis, left, and Simon Collins, both from the School of Army Aviation, Oakey, prepare for their aerial display in the 2011 Brisbane Riverfire event. Photo by LAC Kylie Gibson

Team spirit: Victoria Cross recipients Cpls Mark Donaldson and Ben Roberts-Smith Moment of silence: Tpr Gavin Berger, 1 Armd Regt, stands guard as a member of the catafalque join the Wallabies for the team photo before the Wallabies’ victory against the All Blacks party during the Palmerston Memorial Park dedication, where plaques were unveiled for eight in Brisbane. Photo by Cpl Andrew Eddie ADF personnel killed in action. Photo by LS Andrew Dakin

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FINANCE Weigh up the risks on Exchange Traded Funds, says ASIC chairman Greg Medcraft. ETFs explained XCHANGE Traded Funds (ETFs) have become popular with inves- tors and they are often promoted What you need to Eas an easy way to diversify your investments, usually with lower fees than traditional managed funds. Be warned though: some ETFs are com- know before investing plex and risky investments. As ADF members know, higher potential returns usually come with higher risks. You underlying shares or other assets and uses OVERSEAS INVESTING: If the ETF need to understand the risks and keep within complex products called derivatives and tracks international shares or other invest- a level you are comfortable with. swap agreements to track their performance, ments, there may be currency, tax and before fees. pricing risks. What are ETFs? In Australia, only a handful of synthetic COSTS: While ETFs have become known ETFs are promoted as a low-cost way to ETFs are available. They are required to for low costs, management fees vary get investment returns similar to a share index include the word synthetic in their title, so you and there are other costs to consider. For or another underlying asset. can easily identify them, and other rules have example, some ETFs’ management fees They are a type of managed investment been introduced to reduce some of their risks. may be higher than the fees for an equiva- that can be bought and sold like shares, lent (unlisted) index fund. through your stockbroker or online trading Risks to consider COUNTERPARTY RISKS: Synthetic account. These are some of the complex features, ETFs enter into contracts with third par- The ETF usually tries to match changes which can apply to physical ETFs, synthetic ties, or counterparties. Your returns are in the value of an equities index, but ETFs ETFs and sometimes both. dependent on the counterparty being able are also available that offer exposure to TRACKING ERRORS: Physical ETF pric- to honour its commitment to the ETF. assets such as international shares, foreign es will not exactly follow the price of the currencies and even precious metals. SECURITIES LENDING: Physical and index or investments they are designed to synthetic ETFs may use securities lend- Two types of ETFs track. This ‘tracking error’ may be caused ing, transferring some of their assets (such by fees, taxes, and other factors. The extent Most ETFs buy the shares and other invest- as shares) to other companies for a fee. of any tracking error with a synthetic ETF ments that they are trying to match – they are The risk is the borrower will not return depends on its specific features. known as standard or physical ETFs. the securities as promised. While you will not personally own the PRICING ERRORS ('gapping'): ASIC has Finally, whenever you invest, remember shares the ETF buys, you will usually own found examples of ETF prices quoted by the importance of spreading your invest- units or shares in the ETF. online stockbrokers that are significantly ments to control your risks. Your main investment risk is the perfor- above or below the value of the assets that mance of the ETF’s underlying shares and the ETF holds. The risk is that you might • For more information before investing, go to www. other assets. pay far more than the ETF’s assets are moneysmart.gov.au and search for ETFs. Another type of ETF, known as a syn- worth, or sell ETFs at a price far below • Email ASIC at [email protected] with topics Photo by Cpl Aaron Curran thetic ETF, may or may not directly own the the value of their assets. that interest you.

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Success in quitting rarely comes easy, but a combination of behavioural support and nicotine replacement therapies will help, LCpl Mark Doran reports.

OBACCO use is a major threat starting non-nicotine medication was to to our nation’s health and eco- TIPS TO QUIT receive medical support, so members were nomic prosperity. encouraged to see their unit medical officer. Smoking is the single largest  Quitters who plan are more “It must be highlighted that these T medications are not suitable for everyone cause of preventable deaths in Australia successful. and causes more illness and death than any  Set a quit date. and must be prescribed by a doctor,” Ms other drug; it accounts for about 15,500  Learn about your smoking. Harland said. She said new non-nicotine electronic deaths every year.  Decide how you will quit. The Non Smokers Movement of  cigarettes were among the many options Halve your usual caffeine intake available. Australia (NSMA) states that of 1000 when quitting smoking. young Australian males who smoke, 250  “From the evidence I’ve looked at there are expected to die prematurely due to Remove all reminders of smoking, wasn’t anything to suggest the electronic like ashtrays and lighters. tobacco use.  cigarettes were any better than the other Smoking is becoming less tolerated in Consider making your home and products available,” Ms Harland said. car free of smoke. “The process of quitting smoking is dif- today’s society partly because of the com-  munity’s reactions to the statistics, health Plan replacements. ferent for every individual and the motiva- studies and the risks involved with passive  Plan rewards for yourself. tion to quit is most important. smoking. “For people who are trying to quit, it Call the Quitline on 13 7848 or visit Recent surveys show that 80 per cent can take numerous attempts to get it right. www.quitnow.gov.au of smokers want to quit and almost three But be patient, persist and be prepared to million Australian smokers have done so, explore why you smoke.” according to NSMA. able for people who wish to quit which are Quitting at any age can result in major ADF assistant director of Alcohol, easily accessible,” Ms Harland said. and immediate health benefits, some of Tobacco and other Drugs (ATOD) Jennifer Nicotine replacement therapy can which will be noticed within hours or days. Harland said opting for a combination of include patches, nicotine gum and lozenges Nicotine-dependant ADF personnel are Butting out: Patience therapies was more successful than one, and and can be prescribed to ADF members at encouraged to seek support from Defence combining behavioural support and nico- no cost. via counselling, nicotine replacement and and persistence are two tine replacement therapy increased success Non-nicotine medication, such as Zyban non-nicotine medication therapies. of the keys to successfully rates. and Champix, is a more recent therapy used ADF members can also be referred quit smoking. “The ADF also relies heavily on the by Defence and prescribed after failure or through their doctor to see an ATOD co- Photo by LAC Bill Solomou different QUIT programs around Australia intolerance to nicotine replacement therapy. ordinator, psychologist or, in Navy, an alco- because there are a lot of resources avail- Ms Harland said part of the process for hol and drug program coordinator. Bill blogs on ... joys of spring cleaning

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O have passed on to the Salvos J It’s just that now six shirts and four pairs of I feel I need to move shorts. ahead. I did wash them first, of I have been doing a course. lot of running lately in preparation for Some followers of my ‘Join Bill the fun run season. Campaign’ have been asking me for an Two months ago I couldn’t run to update, and I am pleased to announce save my life but recently I have been that, in total, I have now lost 4.5kg running about 20km a week. since starting in late May. Thank you for the ongoing support There is, however, a long way to go from personnel. in the six-month fitness campaign. But I am happy to be feeling as fit as a fiddle I want to encourage those members at this stage. who joined campaign or who are tack- As the weather starts to warm up, ling their own fitness challenges, to get and I have only a few months left in the back to me and let me know how they challenge, it’s time to ramp up the exer- are going. cise. In fact, it’s time to push myself The journey continues. that extra mile. I’ve had a fair past month. There Email LAC Bill Solomou at vasilis. have been days when I have found my [email protected]

Making progress: LAC Bill Solomou gets some advice from PTI Sgt Shane Duncan at the Russell Offices gymnasium in Canberra. 34 SPORT Army September 15, 2011 China an unknown quantity in IDRC

By LCpl Mark Doran THE DRAW CHINESE whispers have it they’re quick and might surprise a few oppo- Australia will compete in Pool A nents with their techniques and tactics. against Tonga and the People’s Tonga will be the first team to find Liberation Army. out when they play the first game Wednesday, October 5 of the IDRC against the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) at noon on T.G. Millner Field, Eastwood October 1 at Viking Park in Canberra. 1pm: Tonga Defence Services (TDS) ASRU faces the Chinese at noon Sunday, October 9 on October 9 at the same venue in the last of the pool games before the Gala Game Day 3 at Viking Park, semi-finals. Canberra Rugby is an official sport of the Noon: China – People’s Liberation PLA, with the Guangzhou PLA Army Sports Institute playing in the Hong Finals Kong leagues. October 13 at T.G.Millner Field and The military promotes it as ideal Vic Barracks training and has a system of network- October 16 at Viking Park, ing from more than 1.6 million sol- October 18 at North Shore RFC, diers to find the right people of the Auckland right size and speed. October 22 at Auckland University Known in Chinese as “British- style olive ball”, the game has won the backing of the country’s top sport- he said. “We expect them to be physi- High calibre: WO2 Russell Teale, 1RAR, shows off the trophy he won at National Rifle Metallic Silhouette ing authorities and is encouraged by cally strong and fit. Championships in Pennsylvania. Photo by Maj Al Green rugby-mad PLA generals. China became affiliated with the The growth of the sport has been International Rugby Board in 1997 massive. For example, in 1991, there and is ranked 40th in the world, were 30 registered players in China. ahead of Madagascar and just behind By 1996 there were more than 1000 Sweden. instructors. ASRU plays Tonga in its first game The IDRC Competition Director, in Sydney on October 5 and then plays Showing metal Glenn Crosland, said having the China at Viking Park in Canberra on Chinese players in Australia was a October 9. By LCpl Mark Doran The Sporting Shooters out of 126 and he was graded in the real diplomatic coup and would ena- Imagine the future of rugby if the ble the ADF to advance its relation- IN A male-dominated sport, it was Association of Australia (SSAA) master class for both events. world’s most populated country gets team, consisting of 2010 National Although he predominantly repre- ship with the PLA. behind this game and what will hap- the women who proved the big- Silhouette Champion WO2 Teale, sented Australia for small-bore at the “They are an unknown quantity,” pen in the 2015 World Cup. gest opposition for WO2 Russell previous world champion Anthony nationals competition, WO2 Teale said Teale, 1RAR, when he competed Finn and David True also achieved it was a good opportunity to compete in the National Rifle Association’s second in AAA Grade for Centerfire. in the centerfire events as well. (NRA) National Rifle Metallic Rifle Metallic Silhouette (RMS) “The best things about the Silhouette Championships in originated in Mexico in the early nationals were the camaraderie Pennsylvania from August 5-13. 1950s and arrived in Australia in the within the Australian team and the Winning a first place and trophy late 1970s. It requires competitors to chance to represent Australia as part in a hunting rifle match helped WO2 shoot different size animal silhou- of the SSAA,” he said. Teale gain a third overall aggregate ettes made of plate steel from differ- “The warmth of the NRA in their for A grade in the centerfire rifle ent ranges – the furthest being 500m. competition and how they took us hunter competition, but the calibre of The event is shot in the standing under their wings was fantastic and the women surprised him. unsupported position and no rests or the support from my CO, Lt-Col “It was the ladies who knocked slings are allowed. Andrew Hocking, meant I could be us off our perches in most cases,” WO2 Teale said it was a highlight in the US for the competition.” WO2 Teale said. “There were five competing against shooters from the WO2 Teale uses an unmodi- women who had an average score US, South Africa, Canada and the fied Tikka 7mm/08 for the center- better than my personal best of 37/40 home of RMS, Mexico. fire competitions and an unmodified and would only miss one or two tar- His statistics from the nationals Anschutz .22 calibre for the rimfire. gets in a 40-shot match, which is placed him 20th in the open-class Topped with Leupold optics, the a significant improvement on the rimfire rifle out of 134 competitors, rifles are capable of fine scores in Chinese whispers: The People’s Liberation Army will compete in the standard of shooters in Australia.” 18th in the hunter-class rimfire rifle the hands of an experienced shooter. International Defence Rugby Competition next month.

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Drawing swords: OCdt FENCING WEAPONS Robert Grover, ADFA, is ready to take on his The three weapons opponents at the ADFA Cool running: Capt Henry Stimson, 19 CE Wks, used in fencing: Fencing Tournament. catches his breath after crossing the finish line of Photo by LCpl Mark Doran Foil: A light and flex- the City2Surf. Photo by Cfn Max Bree ible weapon that relies on outsmarting your opponent and estab- lishing the precedent Army shares of attack. Hits are scored with the tip of the weapon and the target area is the podium in chest and back. Epee: A slightly firmer blade making for more aggressive bouts. Hits are scored with the City2Surf tip, although the entire body (including the By Cfn Max Bree face) is considered ARMY men secured second and third place at target area. the City2Surf fun run against a tough field of Sabre: A cutting ADF runners in Sydney on August 14. weapon that relies on Capt Henry Stimson, 19 CE Wks, finished the high-speed attacks 14km event in 49min 21sec, narrowly beaten by PO and lightning-quick Brad Hetharia who stormed home in 49min flat. defence. Hits are “I had him in my sights most of the way,” Capt scored with either the blade or tip with every- Stimson said. “But he had the better legs.” thing above the waist Capt Stimson’s preparation for an ironman is considered a target. event at the end of the year equipped him well for the race, but he was not initially aware of how well he finished. Apart from finishing second among ADF runners, he also finished 86th overall. Some 85,000 people competed in the run. “I didn’t really know [about placing second] at the time,” he said. “It’s a good little bonus. Fitness & Massage Courses “I’m pretty happy with the time and where I FITNESS COURSES finished overall.” Lt-Col Paul Byleveld, HQ 8 Bde, finished third REGISTERED Become a Personal Trainer in 55.47. TAX AGENT The RAAF dominated the women’s with Cpl Cassie Fien flying through the finish in a blister- DASS APPROVED ing 50.35, while Jodie Barker, APS, and RAAF Cpl Jessica Robson rounded out second and third. TRAINING Capt Anne Bortolussi, 8CSSB, took fourth place in a respectable 01:05.31. Full-time, part-time & correspondence

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