Stephen Jones (Throsby, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

) (12 Before this debate is adjourned I wish to associate myself with the fine words that have been said in this debate. Private Matthew Lambert, tragically struck down at the age of 26 while serving his country in a theatre of war in Oruzgan Province in Afghanistan, is the 29th Australian to have died in that campaign and, as has been said, the eighth this year. The loss of any life in our armed forces is an absolute tragedy and one that is proper that we mark here in this place.

Private Lambert was a highly decorated and highly regarded soldier who had served abroad on numerous occasions. He will be sorely missed by his comrades in arms and by his family. I would like to associate myself with the words that have been said by members on all sides of the House.

Debate adjourned.

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