Appointment to the Defence Force Discipline Appeal Tribunal

The Albanese Government is pleased to announce the appointment of Justice Andrew Coleman as a new Member of the Defence Force Discipline Appeal Tribunal (the Tribunal).

Justice Coleman commenced his appointment on 19 March.

The Tribunal hears and determines appeals from courts-martial and Defence Force magistrates in relation to service offences by Australian Defence Force personnel.

Justice Coleman is currently a Judge of the Supreme Court of New South Wales. He is also a Major in the Australian Army Legal Corps (Reserves).

The Government congratulates Justice Coleman on his appointment and thanks him for his willingness to serve on the Tribunal.

Quotes attributable to the Attorney-General, Hon Michelle Rowland MP

“I congratulate Justice Coleman on his appointment and thank him for his willingness to serve the Australian community.

“Justice Coleman is a respected judge and brings valuable knowledge and experience to the Tribunal.

“This appointment will add to the capacity of the Tribunal to deal with appeals from courts-martial and Australian Defence Force magistrates relating to service offences by Australian Defence Force personnel."