National Service made compulsary?

Posted by: anna

17th Mar 2011 11:51am

What are the thoughts on National Service & a year in the Services just out of school? I think it is a great idea, make kids grow up & be responsible. Both male & female.

Donno

23rd Apr 2011 12:37pm

National Service should be compulsory in Australia. Having worked for a Swiss company in Switzerland National Service is compulsory for all males from 18 to 45. After their initial training they are were given a rifle and ammunition. And regardless of their business position -eg: Managing Director - they were required every 2 years to do 3 months update. Even when they paid a fine to get out of 2 months the 3rd was compulsory.
With Australia being such a large continent we should have as many able bodied persons trained with the ability to act whenever and wherever needed to protect Australia. Donno

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