13 recommendations for urgent action have been released, to help tackle high rates of suicide within the defence and veteran community.
Topping the list is the need to eliminate a backlog of compensation claims by March 2024.
Inquiry Chairman, Nick Kaldas says lives and livelihoods depend on it, while Veterans Affairs Minister Matt Keogh says work is already underway to clear the backlog.
Almost 200 witnesses have testified since the inquiry opened last year.
The final report is due in 2024.
Defence Support Services
- The Defence all-hours Support Line is a confidential telephone and online service for ADF members and their families 1800 628 036
- Open Arms provides 24-hour free and confidential counselling and support for current and former ADF members and their families 1800 011 046
- Soldier On is a national support services provider for Defence personnel, contemporary veterans, and their families. 1300 620 380
- Defence and Veterans Legal Service (DAVLS) on 1800 33 1800
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