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Your guide to the structures, organisations and key people in the Australian Government

Australian Army

Defence
The Australian Army forms part of the Defence Force, its mission is to provide a potent, versatile and modern Army to promote the security of Australia and to protect its people and interests. Made up of the Regular Army and the Army Reserve, headed by the Chief of Army.

Further information

  • Type of Body

    E. Statutory office holder, offices and committees

  • Established By / Under

    Act / Regulation

  • Established By/Under More info

    Defence Act 1903, section 30

  • Annual Report Prepared and tabled?

    No

  • Classification

    B. Secondary statutory structure

  • Creation Date

  • Postal Address

    Russell Offices
    Canberra ACT 2600
    Australia

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