Statements

Informing the Terms of Reference for the Royal Commission

Over the past fortnight consultation has started on the themes for the Terms of Reference for the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide. The Royal Commission is a chance to unite the veteran community and everyone has a chance to have their say as we consult widely on the Terms of…

Statement from Minister for Veterans' Affairs and Minister for Defence Personnel

Reappointed Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel Darren Chester says continuing to deliver and promote better outcomes for military families will remain his primary focus. Mr Chester said he was honoured to remain in the roles he has held since March 2018 and would focus on changing…

IGADF Afghanistan Inquiry findings

The men and women who serve in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) have earned our respect for keeping us safe in an ever-changing world. We ask a lot of every person who puts on the Defence uniform and the last 20 years has seen one of the highest operational tempos in our military history. During…

Terms of settlement reached on PFAS class actions

Joint statement Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Minister for Defence Personnel, The Hon. Darren Chester MP  The Australian Government has reached an in-principle agreement to settle three Federal Court of Australia class actions relating to per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)…