1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 On episode 201 of the Military Life Podcast, Chief of Army Australia Lieutenant General Simon Stuart, Regimental Sergeant Major of the Army Kim Felmingham, and I continue our family- focused conversation and speak about; &amp;nbsp; -An update on what Army families have been telling the Chief of Army in 2025. -The importance of the RSM-A also engaging directly with Army families. -The evolution of Army’s focus on families over the last 2 years. -An update on the Army Families Handbook and future plans for this important resource. -The Army Partner Support pilot program and plans to expand it in 2026.&amp;nbsp; -What the RSM-A can do in her position to positively impact the experiences of families. -The importance of the consistent improvement of support and services for families. -Simple changes with big impact and how families can contribute to solutions. -We discuss whether there is room for an Army MakerSpace Initiative adapted for families. -The introduction of the new Army Personnel Support Unit (APSU). -Exciting changes ahead for the 2026 Chief of Army Symposium (family-related hint hint). -An update on changes to the Partner Employment Assistance Program and why the Chief of Army is determined to ensure the whole community has equal access. Check out the Army Families Handbook and the Army Families Newsletter via the link below https://www.army.gov.au/community/members-veterans/family-support &amp;nbsp; Ready to join the Military Life Community? Click through the link to get connected xx www.militarylife.com.au Military Life http://www.militarylife.com.au <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/39196100/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/39196100