CANBERRA, ACT, April 13 -- The Prime Minister of Australia issued the following media release:
The Australian Government is pleased to recommend to Her Excellency, the Governor‑General, a number of senior command changes within the Australian Defence Force (ADF). Subject to the Governor‑General's consideration and approval, these changes will take effect from July 2026.
The Chief of the Navy, ViceAdmiral Mark Hammond AO RAN will be appointed as the Chief of the Defence Force.
ViceAdmiral Hammond has had a distinguished career, spanning 40 years, in the Royal Australian Navy serving in frigates, and extensively in and later commanding submarines and the Australian Fleet. Appointed the Chief of Navy in 2022, Vice Admiral Hammon...