Minister for Defence Personnel


In the Government of Australia, the Minister for Defence Personnel is the Hon. Darren Chester, in office since 5 March 2018. Chester also serves as the Minister for Veterans' Affairs and the Minister Assisting the Prime Minister for the Centenary of ANZAC following a rearrangement in the second Turnbull Ministry.
The ministerial portfolio has existed under various names since 1987. The Minister appointed is responsible for oversight of defence personnel and administered the portfolio through the Department of Defence, the Australian Defence Force, the Australian Defence Force Academy, and a range of other agencies.
While ultimately responsible to the Commonwealth of Australia and the Parliament, in practical terms, the minister reports to the Minister for Defence.

List of Ministers for Defence Personnel

The following individuals have been appointed as Minister for Defence Personnel, or any of its precedent titles: