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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chair | Ms. Charlotte Webb | 22 July 2025 | 22 July 2027 |
| Member | Ms Tanya Wright | 12 August 2025 | 12 August 2027 |
| Member | Eden Santos | 17 March 2026 | 17 March 2028 |
| Member | Ms. Samantha Cooper | 19 June 2026 | 19 June 2028 |
| Member | Maggie Twyford | 2 March 2026 | 2 March 2027 |
| Member | Ms Kathleen Robinson | 12 August 2025 | 12 August 2027 |
| Member | Amber Field | 22 April 2026 | 22 April 2027 |
| Member | Joanna Minuzzo | 17 November 2025 | 17 November 2026 |
| Member | Ricki-Lee Byrnes | 9 June 2026 | 9 June 2027 |
| Member | Ms Jessica Mitchell | 21 October 2025 | 21 October 2027 |
| Member | VACANT |
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