Congratulations to List member Douglas Laidlaw AM CSC on being awarded an Order of Australia in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours for his efforts in the 2019/20 Victorian Bushfires..

“For exceptional service as the Commander 4th Brigade and Commander Joint Task Force 646 during Operation BUSHFIRE ASSIST 2019-2020. Brigadier Douglas Laidlaw has demonstrated exceptional dedication and service in multiple command appointments. As Commander 4th Brigade, he successfully improved capability and enhanced readiness across the Victorian region. Brigadier Laidlaw as Commander Joint Task Force 646, led the rapid response and recovery efforts supporting emergency management services and fire effected communities. His superior command and leadership were instrumental in the outstanding achievement of the Joint Task Force across the East Gippsland and North Eastern Victoria regions.”

We’re so proud of your achievement, well done Doug!