MINISTER FOR DEFENCE
As the Minister for Defence, Hon. Stephen Smith MP has overall responsibility for all matters covered by the Defence portfolio, including Cabinet matters.

PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY
The Hon. David Pheeney MP is the Parliamentary Secretary  for Defence support.

CHIEF OF THE DEFENCE FORCE
The Chief of the Defence Force, General David Hurley AC, DSC has primary responsibility for the command of the Australian Defence Force.

SECRETARY OF DEFENCE
Duncan Lewis AO, DSC, CSC is the Secretary of the Department of Defence.

THE ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY
The Royal Australian Navy home page.

CHIEF OF NAVY
Chief of Navy home page.

THE AUSTRALIAN ARMY
The Australian Army home page.

CHIEF OF ARMY
Lieutenant General Ken Gillespie is the Chief of Army.

THE ROYAL AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE
The Royal Australian Air Force home page

CHIEF OF AIR FORCE
Chief of Air Force home page.

DEFENCE FORCE RECRUITING
At defencejobs.gov.au you can find detailed information on all Navy, Army and Air Force careers, search for jobs, access online services and apply online.

DEFENCE RESERVES
Information for Reservists and Employers of Reservists.

THE BAYONET
The Army Reserve newsletter is now available online!

DEFENCE WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Work experience within Defence provides an opportunity to experience one of the wide variety of careers available in Defence. It also contributes to the development and education of Australian students.