In the total workforce system, members of the Reserves are described as members in Service Category 3, 4 or 5. A member of the Reserves who is rendering service which is not continuous full-time service, is described as a Reserve member on Reserve service.

In the total workforce system, a member on continuous full-time service is described as a member in Service category 6 or 7. A member of the Reserves is described as a member in Service Category 3, 4 or 5. A member of the Reserves rendering continuous full-time service is described as a member on SERVOP C.

Example: Lack of suitable child care facilities at a posting location.

Example: A member takes 12 weeks' paid maternity leave, then 40 weeks as unpaid maternity leave, not leave without pay.

Example: Reimbursement of education costs for a child.

Example: Custody or imprisonment.

1. A member should refer to Service instructions for the effect of leave without pay on these conditions.

1. Completion of another rank engagement.
2. A return of service obligation.
3. A member's seniority for promotion.
4. The grant of rank on retirement.
5. The award of medals or decorations.

2. A member who is going or planning to go on a period of leave without pay should contact the Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation (CSC) to confirm the effects of the leave on their superannuation benefits and contributions.

CSC can be contacted on:
Military Super: 1300 006 727
DFRDB: 1300 001 677
Website: www.csc.gov.au/

Rule 7 of the Military Super and Benefits Scheme Rules sets out when a member can pay superannuation contributions during leave without pay.

Example: Contributions for Service residences, rent allowance or living-in accommodation and meals. Higher rates of member contributions may apply.