Secret report warns of morale and mental health issues among Australia’s elite soldiers

Exclusive: Richard Marles told Australia's Special Air Service Regiment members have expressed anger and grief' about the situation

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A secret report has warned of morale issues and a high" demand for mental health support services amongst Australia's elite soldiers.

The report warns the defence minister, Richard Marles, that some members of the elite Australia's Special Air Service Regiment have expressed anger and grief" about the situation. It urges the government to ensure health services are properly resourced.

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