Anne Ruston (SA, Liberal Party, Assistant Minister for International Development and the Pacific) Share this | Hansard source

While the government cannot confirm the sources and accuracy of the information quoted in the motion, we would like to add that it has been over 20 years since the Defence Force changed the policy to enable lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex members to serve in the Australian Defence Force openly, without fear of losing their career, which marked the beginning of a journey reflecting Defence's commitment to a fair, inclusive and equitable workplace. Defence and the government have previously apologised to all members of the Australian Defence Force who suffered sexual, mental and physical abuse during their service. There are avenues available to both current and former ADF personnel who feel they have suffered abuse during their service.

Question agreed to.