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01 May 2014

FANCY SPENDING TIME WITH THE ADF?

Young Australian school leavers in Hunter are being offered the chance to spend 12 months with the Australian Defence Force.

The Nationals Duty Senator for Hunter John Williams says the Federal government has restored the ADF Gap Year program that had been introduced by the Howard government in 2007 but later axed by Labor.

Senator Williams said the program provides a flexible avenue of entry for young people to experience 12 months in the military without the obligation to make a longer commitment.

“From early next year, the Army will have Gap Year opportunities for riflemen, drivers, administration clerks and supply co-ordinators, and the Air Force will have opportunities in airbase security. It is expected the Navy will be part of the program in future years.images1

 

Once successful applicants have completed basic recruit and trade-specific training they will be immersed in the ADF lifestyle while continuing to develop skills and receive a salary of more than $45,000.

This is an investment in Australia’s youth which will hopefully encourage more young Australians to consider joining the ADF”, Senator Williams said.

Those interested in applying for the 2015 intake can do so from the 1st of June by visiting www.defencejobs.gov.au or by phoning 13 19 01.

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