The integrity and efficacy of the Defence honours and awards system, with particular reference to:

a) experiences of Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel progressing through the honours and awards system;

b) the effect of awards and honours on maintaining morale within the ADF;

c) assurance of the integrity of awards to senior officers for conduct in the Afghanistan conflict;

d) the effect of changes in criteria for some honours and awards from ‘in action’ to ‘in warlike operations’;

e) the operation of the Defence Honours and Awards Appeals Tribunal, including any potential improvements;

f) any potential improvements to the Defence honours and awards system; and

g) any related matters.