17/02/2026
The RSL congratulates the MPs appointed to the Federal Shadow Ministry. We look forward to working with Darren Chester again, as Shadow Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, as well as James Paterson (Defence), Phillip Thompson (Defence Industry and Defence Personnel), Andrew Hastie (Industry and Sovereign Capability), Andrew Willcox (Assistant Shadow Minister for Manufacturing and Sovereign Capability) and Leah Blyth (Assistant Shadow Minister for Defence.
The RSL is non-partisan and works with all sides of parliament in the best interests of veterans, Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel and their families.
This is a crucial time for the veteran and Defence communities, and it is vital we have both the Government and Opposition working to achieve the best outcomes for those who have served and continue to serve our nation.
Read the full statement on our website: https://www.rslaustralia.org/latest-news/rsl-congratulates-shadow-ministers