Commander 2nd Division

This is the official account of the Commander of The Australian Army’s 2nd Division, Major General Matthew Burr, AM

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

Humbled to be at Utah Beach where my grandfather landed shortly after D Day with the US 79th Division who went on to capture the critical port of Cherbourg. Doing my Run Army 5k with the family at Utah Beach a poignant moment of reflection, thanks to all who support Legacy!

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

Congratulations to Tom Grayham CSM, Mark Armstrong CSC, Rob Lording CSC CSM & Glen Donaldson OAM for their well deserved recognition today for supporting the Australian community during OP FLOOD ASSIST 22, proud to have served alongside you & the team. https://t.co/t5I3OZ4jSA

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

First -ever dedicated Chief Officer announced for Queensland’s SES - Congratulations to BRIG Mark Armstrong, awarded a CSC today for his leadership during the 2022 devastating floods and appointed as the Chief Officer of the SES, inspired appointment https://t.co/Yq8j6VSJvO…

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

The 2nd Australian Division has an original artwork by talented indigenous artist Garry Purchase, depicting the Division patch, at its centre sits a meeting place representing home, two spears and shields for protection of country, earthy tones for all of Australia!

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

As a proud Cairns State High School alumni, great to see students engaged with 51 FNQR, exciting opportunities to serve in the ADF! Many of my classmates joined and continue to serve

[Defence Australia @DefenceAust]

A group of Cairns high school students enjoyed a taste of #AusArmy life during the first Defence Work Experience Program placement with the 51st Battalion, Far North Queensland Regiment. 👏

📖https://t.co/AzOTkh7CsF #YourADF

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

It was a great honour to host General Pande, Chief of Army Staff India, as part of his official visit to Australia, 2 DIV has the lead to host India on EX AUSTRAHIND later this year, exciting international engagement for our soldiers!

[ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY @adgpi]

General Manoj Pande #COAS interacted with @VohraManpreet, @HCICanberra during his visit to #Australia. #COAS also interacted with the Commander @COMD2Div, COS @FORCOMDAusArmy wherein aspects of #DefenceCooperation were discussed. 1/2

@AustralianArmy

#IndiaAustraliaFriendship

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

@RichardMarlesMP Sir, I might have had the honour of giving you one of mine early in your time as DPM, at least one of the ‘sharpest’

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

Critical capability for the combined arms team, 2 DIV is re-raising mortars and other support company capabilities across the Reserve Infantry Brigades, expanding opportunities for service in the part time Army as we modernise in support of Army and the Joint Force

[Brigadier Ben McLennan @3BrigadeTSV]

Mortar Platoons suppress the enemy and assist our infantry close the final metres of the assault. Looking forward to seeing them hone their skills over the coming weeks in the field.

One of many exciting opportunities you can explore through @defencejobsaust

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

Happy birthday 51 FNQR! Honoured to visit with CSM and celebrate your birthday with your CO and youngest soldier cutting the cake. Grateful to the First Nations soldiers who selflessly support their country and all of the teams sustained commitment to operations.

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

The ADF is providing assistance to the WA Government in the Kimberley region as part of Operation FLOOD ASSIST 23-1. This follows heavy rainfall and flooding from Ex TC Ellie. RAAF C-130J and C-27J aircraft as well as #AusArmy helicopters and personnel are on task or on their way

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

Excellent visit to the home of the soldier Kapooka to be reviewing officer for Army’s newest part time soldiers. Command Sergeant Major WO1 Mark Retallick’s first time back, visiting his room and company building. Continuity and tradition grounding first class training!

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

Thanks to all of our volunteers, your support to the Australian community is exemplary and the ADF is proud to support your critical contribution in responding to natural disasters.

[Senator Murray Watt @MurrayWatt]

Today on International Volunteer Day, we recognise the tireless efforts of our volunteers, who join our professional emergency services personnel in supporting their communities in times of crisis.

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

EX AUSTRAHIND 22 has kicked off, exercising with our IndoPacific partner India, led by 13 Bde to build interoperability and strengthen relationships, demonstrating Army’s and 2 DIV commitment to strengthening our capacity and partnerships

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

This week another 50 ADF personnel arrived in #orange by C-27J Spartan aircraft to support #NSWFloods. As of 19 November, @ 200 ADF pers with high clearance heavy vehicles and plant equipment are providing support to emergency authorities in the Central West NSW region

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

The ADF is supporting a request for assistance from the NSW Government in response to the current flood event with helicopters on call to support night search and rescue in affected areas. Approximately 200 ADF personnel are on standby in NSW and QLD if needed #JTF629

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

An important milestone in the history of the 2nd Division, we reflect on our wartime history to learn lessons for today, the Division’s later role in the Battle of Hamel demonstrating the contrasting importance of combined arms teams defeating adversaries but reducing casualties

[Aust War Memorial @AWMemorial]

#OnThisDay in 1917, the Battle of Poelcappelle was launched, with the ridge upon which Passchendaele stood as its objective. The 2nd Australian Division sustained 1,250 casualties in the battle.

Learn more: https://t.co/L9IqjXcVv1

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

From Jungle to City! 11 Bde soldiers deployed onto EX Austral Shield from the Jungle Training Centre and SEQ to Townsville on a no notice rehearsal of their response to a domestic security threat. Reservists providing short notice contingency forces for the Army & Joint Force!

[Joint Operations Command @hqjoc]

Ready to respond 🚔

#YourADF and @QldPolice are working together at @QCBstadium in Townsville to test their response to a simulated domestic security threat.

Exercise Austral Shield is a no-notice rehearsal of a counter-terror operation in support of state civil authorities.

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

Thank you to all those members of the ADF who showed professionalism, dedication and compassion to affected communities, proud that Army reservists from 2 DIV yet again took time out to support the community, thanks to their employers reservists provide capability to Army!

[Australian Army @AustralianArmy]

#YourADF assistance to #NSWFloods has concluded. From 2 July, up to 250 ADF personnel, two ADF helicopters and a number of specialist vehicles and equipment supported state emergency services across 15 flood-affected Local Government Areas.

#ArmyInTheCommunity

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

10th Light Horse building Army capability with their Hawkei on EX Koolendong, operating across Northern Australia in remote and austere environments, working with our USMC partners and providing credible and assured troops for the Joint Force!

[Commander 2nd Division @COMD2Div]

Awesome parade to acknowledge 2nd Division elevation to independent functional command in Army, with 38 unit flags on parade, recognition of leading ADF support to domestic operations across flood, pandemic and fires, storied history and exemplar of Army for the Nation