Australian Defence Force (adf) Mardi Gras Participation Documents 705/24/25 - Documents (pdf, 3.35 Mb)

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This disclosure contains Defence governance documents approving the Australian Defence Force's participation in the 2024 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras and associated enterprise-level events. The brief to the Associate Secretary recommends endorsing a proposed list of 2024 "Events of Significance and Importance" and approving themed lighting at Russell Offices for select approved events. The documents establish that ADF members have marched in the Mardi Gras since 1996 in unofficial capacity, with official uniform participation authorized from 2013 onwards, continuing annually. Defence adopted a tiered communication approach for these events, with Tier 1 events receiving detailed communication plans and external support. The Security and Estate Group funds lighting costs for approved Tier 1 activities. The brief indicates consultation occurred with Defence People Group and internal communication teams, and notes that individual groups and services may acknowledge additional days of importance consistent with existing Defence directives on event participation