Australian PM Unveils Defence Leadership Overhaul, Names ‘First Ever’ Female Army Chief
By Crystal-Rose Jones
Published on April 13, 2026.
Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, has announced a significant overhaul of the country's military leadership, including the appointment of the "first ever female Chief of the Army" and the replacement of Vice Admiral Mark Hammond. The changes will be implemented from July 1.
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