Redcliffe-raised father and son share proud moment at Army parade

A Redcliffe-raised father has shared a rare moment on the parade ground, reviewing a march-out parade that included his own son among the graduates.

Warrant Officer Class One Matthew Fuery, who grew up in Redcliffe, was the Reviewing Officer at the recent Subject One Corporal Course march-out parade at Gallipoli Barracks.

Among those completing the course was his youngest son, Lance Corporal Joel Fuery, making the day a deeply personal milestone for the Fuery family.

For Joel, the moment came as a surprise.

“I was out field for Exercise ANZAC when the Directing Staff told me my father was going to be the reviewing officer at the march-out parade,” Lance Corporal Joel Fuery said.

“Initially I thought they were joking, but when they kept saying it I realised it was real.”

Matthew Fuery, who has served in Army since 1992, said being part of the day prompted reflection.

“It’s a great privilege,” Warrant Officer Class One Matthew Fuery said.

“It brought back memories of my own Subject One Corporal course in a way.”

For Joel, having his father reviewing the parade made the day even more meaningful.

“Knowing Dad was there on the parade ground with me, and in such an important role, made it all the more special. It’s something I’ll never forget,” Lance Corporal Joel Fuery said.