The Minister for Defence has provided the following answer to the honourable senator's question:

(a) As at 31 December 2011, the following permanent part-time and full time uniformed staff were in each of the three Service areas;

(b) As at 31 December 2011, the following part time and full time civilians were in each of the three service areas;

Navy, 846

Army, 1,206

Air Force, 912