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16/09/2026

Safe travels. 🇬🇧🇵🇬

🇬🇧🤝🇵🇬 British High Commissioner H.E. Paul Eastwood was pleased to meet with Superintendent Joel J. Simatab, Director of Crimes and Criminal Investigation with the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary, ahead of his departure to the United Kingdom.

Superintendent Simatab will participate in the International Leadership Programme at the UK College of Policing in London, funded by the UK Government, from 28 September to 28 October 2026.

The programme will provide leadership and professional development opportunities, with training taking place in London, Manchester, and at the College of Policing's Ryton campus near Coventry.

We wish Superintendent Simatab safe travels and every success as he undertakes this programme.

Police - NCD/Central Divisional Command

16/09/2026

That is tomorrow for those of you who want to join online.

Leaving Defence is not just changing jobs. It is adapting to a change in culture, community, routine and for some people a big part of their identity. It is challenging.

On Thursday I'll be having a chat with Dan, Kathleen and Taylor about trying to find your feet, and a job, after service.

We'll talk about how employers can better understand transition, what veterans bring to the workplace, and what practical initiatives can help people move into meaningful work after service.

If you're a veteran, an employer, or someone who works with veterans, I'd really encourage you to register and join the conversation. Hit the link in the comments.

15/09/2026

Every time I post on here sharing links. Facebook system wants me to use Meta One. So best I post on my actual Facebook profile and share on here.

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14/09/2026

Lest We Forget

14/09/2026

That should be an interesting read. I will post some more links up on the subject later.

Papua New Guinea recently celebrated forty-seven years of independence. It was a wonderful occasion for Australia’s closest neighbour to reflect on its past and future. [...]

14/09/2026

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14/09/2026

A topic close to my heart some of our Australian Kiaps were Australian WW1 and WW2 veterans who made history mapping the pathways of Papua and New Guinea. Through the mountains and valleys and waterways ON FOOT with native labour.

Lest We Forget

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Something pretty special is taking shape here in Canberra.

For much of the 20th century, around 2,000 Australian Kiaps served as patrol officers in Papua New Guinea, often in incredibly remote and dangerous conditions.

Eighty-eight lost their lives.

For years, I’ve worked alongside Kiaps Graham Watts, John Hocknull and Bill Sanders to secure a permanent memorial to those who never came home.

Today, I headed down to the construction site and caught up with Stefan, who is helping bring that memorial to life.

It’s been a long time coming - and it means a lot to see it finally taking shape.

13/09/2026

Congratulations

Congratulations to the current and former Australian Defence Force personnel recognised in the Australian Bravery Decorations Wattle Day 2026 Honours List.

Thirteen current and former ADF personnel have been recognised for serving with UNAMET in East Timor in 1999, and have been awarded the Group Bravery Citation.

See the list of all recipients - www.gg.gov.au

13/09/2026

Already go Team ADF!

13/09/2026

Congratulations 3rd Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment