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Support for Afghan Refugees
Document(2) DFA Update – Connecting the Defence Community to avenues for supporting Afghan refugees – 30 Aug 2021 Collaboration to connect Defence and veteran families to support for Afghan refugees To the Defence community: We have received feedback that many families would like to support the wave of refugees from Afghanistan that are soon to settle […]
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Submission on the Commemoration of Australian Involvement in the Afghanistan War
This is the submission DFA provided for the recent submission on commemorations. Re: Submission on the Commemoration of Australian Involvement in the Afghanistan War Dear Minister As the national advocacy body for ADF families, Defence Families of Australia (DFA) present the below feedback for consideration regarding the commemoration of Australia’s participation in the Afghanistan War. […]
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We are looking for two new National Delegates
Are you a Defence partner based in Perth or Darwin? Defence Families of Australia (DFA) is looking for two skilled National Delegates to represent Defence families. National Delegate – Western AustraliaNational Delegate – Northern Territory & Kimberley These roles work closely with the National Convenor and other delegates to make recommendations for policy change and […]
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Applying for a job in the Australian Public Service (APS)
The following information has been provided to us by APS Recruitment, Department of Defence. The APS has many different rewarding careers on offer. Finding a role in the APS can seem daunting however, if you are thinking of enhancing your career it is a great opportunity to step back and have a think about your […]
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New National Convenor for DFA
We are pleased to announce that the new National Convenor of Defence Families of Australia will be Sandi Laaksonen-Sherrin. Sandi has previously worked in the social impact space and will be starting in the Convenor role from Monday 7 June. Congratulations on your appointment Sandi and welcome to DFA. Find out more about Sandi here
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A Posting in Townsville
When my husband first indicated to me that he was considering joining the army, I clearly remember the first thought that popped into my head, ‘How often are we going to be moving and where?’. At that point in time my knowledge of the Australian Army and military life was limited to taking part in ANZAC Day services at […]
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Submission to Royal Commission
Defence Families of Australia (DFA) is the national advocacy body for ADF families. The DFA team are all partners of current serving ADF members. We advocate for Defence families at both a regional and national level. We have National Delegates located near most major bases, who know their communities and can advocate locally for families. […]
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Thank you Defence School Mentors
ADF partner Mel was grateful for the support from her local Defence School Mentor, also called Mel, from Bohlevale State School in Townsville – she was inspired to write a poem for her.Mel presented Mel with the framed poem and photos. There were tears! Thank you to the Defence School Mentors who support our Defence children. Photos […]
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Small businesses and digital marketing
With thanks to Prince’s Trust Australia Hands up who prioritises working in their business over working on their business? We know that there are many ADF partners now running their own businesses. We get it, we totally get it. With only so many hours in the day it can be hard enough to carve out […]
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Your Nursing Agency (YNA)
We are pleased to announce that YNA is now recognised as a Defence Partner Friendly Employer. With Defence Families of Australia, YNA is a preferred employer of healthcare industry professionals. Healthcare industry workers including Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, Assistants in Nursing, Allied Health Professionals, Disability Support Workers, Personal Care Workers, Personal Care Assistants and Patient […]