THE HON. DR MIKE KELLY MP
Parliamentary Secretary for Defence Support
Friday, 17 July 2009
036/2009
TASMANIAN EMPLOYERS OF ADF RESERVES
RECOGNISED
The Parliamentary Secretary for Defence Support, the Hon. Dr Mike Kelly AM
MP, has congratulated the five Tasmanian employers who were recognised
last night (17 July) for their support of Australian Defence Force (ADF)
Reservists.
The function, held at the Launceston Country Club, and organised in
conjunction with the Tasmanian Committee of the Defence Reserves Support
Council (DRSC), recognised employers who have actively supported their
Reservist employees in rendering Defence service.
Mr Jack Smorgon, National Chair of the DRSC, presented the awards to the
recipients. He was joined by Mr Michael Barrett, Chair of the Tasmanian
Committee of the DRSC, in thanking the employers.
Dr Kelly offered his congratulations to all the award recipients.
“Our Reserve forces significantly enhance Defence capability, particularly their
support of current operations. Without the ongoing support of employers such
as those represented at the awards, it would not be possible for Reservists to
effectively coordinate their civilian and Service occupations,” Dr Kelly said.
“Working closely with employers to develop a mutual understanding as well as
providing financial and other support is critical. These awards clearly
demonstrate the value Defence places on the importance of the relationship
with employers.”
For more information about the awards and the support available for ADF
1800 803 485.
List of winners:
Guilford Young College
Hobart Uniform, Tasmania Police
Medicare Australia
Tasmanian Forest Contractors Association
Westpac Banking Corp
Media contacts:
Mark Sjolander (Dr Mike Kelly):
02 6277 4840 or 0407 102 220
Defence Media Liaison:
02 6265 3343 or 0408 498 664
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