Australian women began serving in auxiliary units and as nurses in the early 20th century and were integrated into the armed services in noncombat units in the 1970s and '80s . Lt. Gen. David Morrison says sex scandal hurts Australia 's army . He also said the Australian military is not a "macho" force and that women are often treated as second class citizens in combat roles. Morrison says he 'll be `` ruthless '' in rooting out offenders .
Lt. Gen. David Morrison says sex scandal hurts Australia 's army . He also said the Australian military is not a "macho" force and that women are often treated as second class citizens in combat roles. Morrison says he 'll be `` ruthless '' in rooting out offenders .