Like his father Joel, Jack Fitzgibbon loved his country and felt a calling to serve it. But he chose a different path to his father – the Army instead of the Parliament.
Lance Corporal Jack Fitzgibbon was a special forces soldier and special to so many who knew him.
Jack’s tragic death will be felt across the entire Australian Defence Force, especially the 2nd Commando Regiment.
On behalf of the Coalition, we express our heartfelt condolences to the entire Fitzgibbon family on the tragic passing of their beloved son, especially his father Joel – a former Defence Minister; his mother, Dianne; his sisters; and his partner.
The Opposition pays its respects to Jack as we offer our deep gratitude for his military service.
In this moment of devastation and heartbreak for the Fitzgibbon family and Jack’s fellow soldiers and friends, we acknowledge a young man of commendable character who epitomised the very best of our country.
7 March 2024