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Testimonials
One testimonial for each State/Territory is included below.
More are available on each State/Territory EES page.
Western Australia
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"Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to participate in the Executive Stretch program.
I had the most amazing time being ambushed, shooting, being transported in a tank, experiencing a ration pack, travelling in a zodiac and having a tour on the HMAS Rsubmarine etc.
I would love to catch up with you soon to discuss both the event and to have a chat with you in regard to becoming a reservist. Yes thats right, the Army Reserves."
Victoria Smith Catering Sales Co-ordinator, Parmelia Hilton Hotel, Perth
South Australia
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"We unanimously agreed, after completing the course that it was challenging and rewarding, whilst being informative, educational and fun. To understand the requirements of becoming a defence reservist or officer within the tri-services was invaluable for us as employers.
This experience has provided us with a shared understanding of the high level of physical demands and leadership skills required of reservists. It also gave us the opportunity to meet and develop relationships with a diverse range of people.
We believe that this was an excellent program, which provided us with a greater understanding of how best to administer and support reservists within our agency. We will actively support other managers wishing to attend this course."
Robert Lindsay Director, Magistrates Court
Greg Thomas Manager, Court Operations
Graeme Rice Manager, Court Operations
Stephen Brady Manager, Court Operations
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Queensland
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"A brief note to say thank you for the opportunity to participate this year.
I enjoyed every moment of it, and every aspect - from the physical activity, to the networking with people in similar positions to me, to the insight to the structure and operation of the Army Reserve.
Well done to you, and to all the Army personnel involved."
Dick Moody
Dear Stephen and Paul
Thank you for giving new one of the best days of my wokring life. To have the experiences of last Friday is someting I will never forget. To sum up the day in one word - Awesome!!!!. Any employer / line manager who gets the opportunity to participate in Exercise Executive Stretch should leap at the chance. It certainly was one of the best marketing campaigns for the RAAF Reserves possible and certainly ensures those that attend appreciate the value of your contribution to the ADF Reserves and the Australian community.
Paul, one of the things it would have been valuable to know more about was the training opportunities that you provide for the various ADF Reserve groups and how they can use this training and knowledge in both their work and ADF roles. While this was mentioned in a small way in many of the talks it was not something emphasised greatly and yet it something as an employer / line manager we are most interested in, it has that "what's in it for me " value. I know from my own experiences with supporting nurses to attend various ADF Reserve training what they have learnt and how these skills are transferable to their normal working life.
Thank you again for the opportunity to participate in Exercise Executive Stretch.
Mary Wheeldon Nursing Director - Critical Care and Surgery Services, The Prince Charles Hospital
Victoria
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"Many thanks for a fantastic weekend away.
The professionalism, co-ordination and enthusiasm of all involved was outstanding. I left Simpson Barracks on Sunday with a greater appreciation and understanding of the Defence Force as a whole, as well as the dedication, hard work and time which is required to be a Reservist."
Andrew O'Brien Key Account Director, Thomson Legal & Regulatory Limited
Tasmania
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"Aurora Energy considers that participation in the Defence Reserves Support is good for the community and good for our own people. As a major employer, it is one of the ways in which we can help the Tasmanian community to prosper from our efforts.
Involvement in Exercise Executive Stretch has proved a rewarding and challenging experience for a number of our employees over the years."
Norm McIlfatrick Chief Executive Officer, Aurora Energy Pty Ltd
Northern Territory
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"Just a short note to mention my appreciation of the opportunity to attend EES. Those couple of days were brilliant in many different ways, and I would like to extend my thanks to you, and your team for your time and effort in coordinating the program.
Not only do we have an excellent understanding of what the Reserves may experience whilst they are away, but the types of discipline and training they receive.
Thanking you again. Hopefully we can cross paths another time in the future."
Clark Thompson
