Chief of Defence Intelligence (Australia)
| Chief of Defence Intelligence | |
|---|---|
| Department of Defence | |
| Style | Vice Admiral Lieutenant General Air Marshal |
| Abbreviation | CDI |
| Member of | Australian Defence Force |
| Reports to | Chief of the Defence Force |
| Formation | 1 July 2020 |
| First holder | Lieutenant General Gavan Reynolds |
| Website | Official website |
The Chief of Defence Intelligence (CDI) is a three-star role within the Australian Defence Force (ADF), responsible for the Defence Intelligence Group. The Minister of Defence, Linda Reynolds announced the creation of the new Defence Intelligence Group under the command of the CDI which brought the Defence Intelligence Organisation (DIO), Australian Geospatial-Intelligence Organisation (AGO) and some other elements together under a single command.[1][2]
Chiefs of Defence Intelligence[]
The following list chronologically records those who have held the post of CDI, with rank and honours as at the completion of the individual's term.
| Rank | Name | Postnominals | Term began | Term ended |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant General | Gavan Reynolds | AM | 1 July 2020 | Incumbent |
See also[]
References[]
- ^ "Strengthening Defence Intelligence". Office of the Minister for Defence. 19 June 2020. Retrieved 13 October 2020.
- ^ McLaughlin, Andrew (3 July 2020). "Defence Intelligence Group Formed". ADBR. Retrieved 13 October 2020.
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