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New figures reveal more ADF suicides than previously thought

In a state of despair

Lonlely person sat on a bench at night Source: Moment RF

A new report has found more than 1,200 Australian Defence Force veterans and serving personnel have died by suicide in the past two decades - almost three times higher than the number previously reported. The latest figures provide a better insight into the scope of suicide in the military ahead of a Royal Commission.


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A new report has found more than 1,200 Australian Defence Force veterans and serving personnel have died by suicide in the past two decades - almost three times higher than the number previously reported. The latest figures provide a better insight into the scope of suicide in the military ahead of a Royal Commission.



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