Originally Posted by AirSic
One would think that this would be an opportune time for the defence forces, Ready and or Reserve units to be put to good use; a recruitment drive of sorts as well.
DACC and other 'RRF' activities are a pain and a turn off. If my blokes know that the next training weekend is RRF they stay away in droves.
Recruitment drive it ain't! If folks want to fight bushfires etc they join the bushies or SES.