For over 25 years , NAB has helped countless members of the Australian Defence Force with home loan expertise and discounted rates . We ’ re committed to serving those who serve .

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Benefits and discounts only apply to NAB Defence Force Home Loans . Annual package fee may apply . Only available to eligible Defence Force Members . Correct as at 1 July 2016 . Terms , conditions , fees , charges and lending criteria apply . © 2017 National Australia Bank Limited ABN 12 004 044 937 AFSL and Australian Credit Licence 230686 . A134020-0217

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* To receive a $ 1,000 Visa gift card , members must apply and be eligible for a Defence Home Ownership Assistance Scheme ( DHOAS ) Home Loan with minimum new loan borrowings of $ 250,000 and settle by 30 September 2017 , while also purchasing an accompanying Home and Contents insurance policy through Australian Military Bank between 13 March 2017 and 30 June 2017 . Australian Military Bank reserves the right to vary , cancel or extend this offer at any time . DHOAS Home Loan terms , conditions , fees , interest , charges and lending criteria apply and are available at the time of application . Offer Terms and Conditions apply and are available in full at australianmilitarybank . com . au / dhoas . Australian Military Bank Ltd ABN 48 087 649 741 AFSL and Australian credit licence number 237 988 .

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INTRODUCING NATHAN MARK OUR DEFENCE LIAISON OFFICER FOR ALL YOUR LEGAL PROBLEMS

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After 19 years as a Soldier and Officer , we welcome Nathan Mark to our Dispute Resolution Team .

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