Derek Simpson

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[Derek Simpson @DJSimpson66]

@WarintheFuture @RyanO_ChosenCoy @infantrydort Flat pack kits designed for whatever target vehicle you wanted.

[Derek Simpson @DJSimpson66]

@COMD7BDE The local community embraced the opportunity to see and touch some of the capabilities that the 7th Brigade provide. A great day, well done to the organisers.

[Derek Simpson @DJSimpson66]

@ASArmyCadets The youth within Army cadets have the potential to be the future Australian Army. Provided with the right leadership and direction of the supporting staff, that potential increases greatly. Create confidence in the families through development of their children, a family journey

[Derek Simpson @DJSimpson66]

@jgdudley @TSA @iFlyCAE @CityofColumbia Here I was thinking that I caught them on a bad day several years ago.

[Derek Simpson @DJSimpson66]

@SEAC_ADF @DeptofDefense @thejointstaff @USEmbAustralia @DefenceAust Mateship, a step beyond friendship.

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What an outstanding opportunity for this fine Regiment. Well done to all involved in the preparation and execution, @GGripske a commendable display of professionalism.

[1st Armoured Regiment - Australian Army @1_Armd_Regt]

1AR had the honour to lead the Recept. Guard for HM King Charles III at the Opera House. The Regt gained recognition as a Special Relationship Org to the King, galvanising our position in Army’s history. Proud day in our 75th year.

Paratus 👑

#AusArmy #TellingOurStory

[Derek Simpson @DJSimpson66]

@DanCope25 @RMASandhurst Visited RMAS 2013 as part of the ANAOA build. Observing the history on the walls of the Serjeants Mess and noticed all the photos have mess members looking in different directions, is there a story behind this?

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@jgdudley @BGatesIsaPyscho Very real and very normal, across many forces and organisations.

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@3BrigadeTSV A smiling BM, away from the desk and associated programs.

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@jgdudley @WXBQMarcus @Kenny_Wallace @NASCAR Surely the latest import from Australian V8 Supercars will have an impact, and yes I know he is a Kiwi.

[Derek Simpson @DJSimpson66]

@jgdudley @BGatesIsaPyscho St Katherine's at the base of Mt Sinai - 2009. Snow is very abundant.

[Derek Simpson @DJSimpson66]

@jgdudley @TheGlobeIsDead They walk and fly amongst us, I would say surround us, but that word "round" could cause some anxiety.

[Derek Simpson @DJSimpson66]

@3BrigadeTSV Equipment husbandry is key to mission success. Plus Soldiers who have ownership of equipment, have pride in maintaining its capability.

[Derek Simpson @DJSimpson66]

@bradunnx The Sunbury line and a very tired Calder Park raceway in the background.

[Derek Simpson @DJSimpson66]

@WarintheFuture @ChowdahHill So very simple, knowing, understanding and acknowledging your people actually works.

[Derek Simpson @DJSimpson66]

@HawthornRsl It does require volunteers to step up to provide the advocacy services. The current volunteers do an exceptional job in the majority of cases, they are becoming overburdened and also have families and lives to live.Advocate training requires a reboot to be fit for purpose perhaps

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@shadowrider65 Is that your surprised look..

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@SEAC_ADF @EODHappyCaptain Two things soldiers dislike, the way things are and change.

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@DGFLW_AusArmy Mateship, a step beyond friendship.

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@jgdudley The speech resonated with many and will remain with all throughout thier careers. Thanks for giving up your time.