Defence Families of Australia was formed to improve the quality of life of Defence families and make recommendations and influence policy that directly affects families. The Department provides funding support to Defence Families of Australia. Members include 1 Defence Family Advocate, 8 National Delegates, 1 National Communications Officer and 1 National Policy Officer appointed by the Minister for Defence Personnel.
Further information
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Type of Body
F. Non-statutory advisory structure
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Established By / Under
Minister
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Paid Members?
Yes
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Max No. of Board/Committee Members
11
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Annual Report Prepared and tabled?
No
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Classification
C. Secondary non-statutory structure
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Creation Date
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Postal Address
33 Brindabella Circuit
Canberra ACT 2609
Australia
Current board appointments
| Position | Appointee | Start Date | End Date |
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| Chair | VACANT | ||
| Member | VACANT | ||
| Member | VACANT | ||
| Member | Ms Samantha Cooper | 19 June 2023 | 19 June 2026 |
| Member | Ms Melody Song | 4 October 2021 | 4 October 2026 |
| Member | VACANT | ||
| Member | VACANT | ||
| Member | VACANT | ||
| Member | VACANT | ||
| Member | Ms Jessica Mitchell | 21 October 2024 | 21 October 2025 |
| Member | Mr. Michael Wall | 1 November 2023 | 1 November 2026 |
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