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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