Overview
The Department of Defence registered an amendment to the conditions of service rules that apply to Australian Defence Force members. The instrument is the Defence Determination, Conditions of Service Amendment Determination (No. 9) 2026, registered on 15 June 2026.
This instrument was made under the Defence Act 1903 and amended Defence Determination 2016/19, which is the main ADF conditions of service document.
What the Instrument Covered
The amendment addressed overseas health costs and some transitional provisions. The source document does not specify the detail of what the overseas health cost changes involved beyond the schedule headings.
Period in Force
This instrument was in force from 15 June 2026 to 1 October 2026. It has since been repealed and is no longer current law.
Key Actions
- This instrument has been repealed and is no longer in force - no action is required.
- The current version of Defence Determination 2016/19 is available at www.legislation.gov.au.
- If this change is believed to have affected entitlements during the period 15 June 2026 to 1 October 2026, the Department of Defence can be contacted directly - the source does not provide a specific contact for enquiries.
Source
The full instrument is available at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00723.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.