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Howard, John

Period of Service: 11/03/1996 - 03/12/2007
Release Date:
16/11/2005
Release Type:
Media Release
Transcript ID:
22036
Released by:
  • Howard, John Winston
Secretary of the Department of Defence

I am pleased to announce the reappointment of Mr Ric Smith AO PSM as Secretary of the Department of Defence, when his current term expires on 17 November 2005.

Having received a report from the Secretary of my Department, as required by legislation, I have reappointed Mr Smith for a term of two years commencing 18 November 2005.

I express my continuing appreciation for Mr Smith's contribution to this important Department.

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