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Reserve awards
There are two primary awards that can be presented to Reservists. These are:
The Prince of Wales Award (POWA) Scheme seeks to reward selected Australian Defence Force Reservists for their dedication and commitment to Reserve service, by providing an opportunity for individuals to undertake a training or development activity related to their civilian occupation or profession.
Reservists from Corporal (E) to Major(E), regardless of ADF trade or specialisation, may apply for a POWA provided they meet the eligibility criteria. POWA recipients receive up to $8000 to undertake an agreed activity.
Prince of Wales Award brochure
For further information, download this DEFGRAM
Tasman Scheme
The Tasman Scheme allows selected non-commissioned Reservists to travel to New Zealand for a two-week attachment to a military unit of similar capability to the one to which the Reservist is posted in Australia.
The Defence Reserves Association (DRA) sponsors the activity.
The Tasman Scheme is designed to promote Reserve service within the junior non-commissioned ranks and to promote interoperability between the New Zealand and Australian Defence Forces.Any Navy, Army or Air Force Reservist of the rank of Lance Corporal (E) and Corporal (E), with a minimum of three years' service is eligible to apply for the Tasman Scheme.
2011 TASMAN SCHEME - call for nominations
Please contact your local DRS office on 1800 803 485 for further details.
Prince of Wales Award brochure
For further information, download this DEFGRAM
And/or please contact your local DRS office on 1800 803 485.
The Tasman Scheme allows selected non-commissioned Reservists to travel to New Zealand for a two-week attachment to a military unit of similar capability to the one to which the Reservist is posted in Australia.
The Defence Reserves Association (DRA) sponsors the activity.
The Tasman Scheme is designed to promote Reserve service within the junior non-commissioned ranks and to promote interoperability between the New Zealand and Australian Defence Forces.Any Navy, Army or Air Force Reservist of the rank of Lance Corporal (E) and Corporal (E), with a minimum of three years' service is eligible to apply for the Tasman Scheme.
2011 TASMAN SCHEME - call for nominations
Please contact your local DRS office on 1800 803 485 for further details.
