Australian soldier killed in training exercise laid to rest

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 19 Oct, 08:01 · Archive

Corporal Brendan Hannam died during a training exercise at Mount Bundey in the Northern Territory on October 5, with five other soldiers injured.

Corporal Brendan Hannam, an Australian Defence Force soldier, has been laid to rest after dying in a training exercise at Mount Bundey Training Area in the Northern Territory on October 5. Five other soldiers were injured in the accident. His funeral was held at Robertson Barracks east of Darwin, where colleagues paid tribute to his service and character.

Lieutenant Colonel Ash Zimmerlie told the gathered audience that Cpl Hannam's career was marked by 'loyalty to his battalion, dedication to his profession, and commitment to his mates'. He served in Afghanistan and trained Ukrainian recruits in the UK. Lieutenant Cooper Bridgeman described him as 'a dedicated corporal, a selfless teammate, and a valued leader' who was 'a man of character, a loving partner, and most of all, a devoted father'.

Cpl Hannam is survived by a partner and two young children. The ADF has suspended operational use of the vehicle involved in the fatal training exercise until a full investigation can be completed. Defence Minister Richard Marles said the government will also examine other fatal incidents in recent years as part of the inquiry.

How it is being reported

• 'Selfless' soldier killed in army training laid to restColleagues and family have gathered to farewell Corporal Brendan Hannam, remembered as a valued leader and a loving father who served with distinction.The West Australian · 19 Oct, 07:46
• 'Selfless' soldier killed in army training laid to restColleagues and family have gathered to farewell Corporal Brendan Hannam, remembered as a valued leader and a loving father who served with distinction.Perth Now · 19 Oct, 07:46

In this story: Corporal Brendan Hannam · Mount Bundey Training Area · Australian Defence Force · Northern Territory · Richard Marles · Robertson Barracks

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