The federal government has pledged to spend more than $600 million to expand a cash bonus program designed to aid retention in the Australian Defence Force.
More than $600 million will be invested by the government to extend a cash bonus scheme which aims to incentivise permanent members of the ADF to stay on for another three years.
Recruitment and retention have been major pain points for the ADF in recent years. Picture: Glenn Campbell / News Corp Australia “Our ADF personnel are our greatest capability, which is why it is crucial that the Defence workforce has the people it needs to help protect Australia’s strategic interests,” Defence Minister Richard Marles said in a statement.
Veterans' Affairs Minister Matt Keogh said keeping Australia safe and protected is only achieved through the dedication of the ADF, APS and external workforce which are supported by Defence families.Defence Minister Richard Marles said the 2024 Workforce Plan will help ensure Defence can recruit and retain the highly specialised and skilled workforce required to meet its capability needs.
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