Marrying into a family of farmers, Army driver Corporal Clifford Ball, from Sydney University Regiment, is no stranger to heavy machinery.
"My wife's family are farmers and I feel a connection to the farming community," Corporal Ball said.
I've been looking forward to supporting the Murrumbateman Field Days because of my family ties."
More than 50,000 people from across the Southern Tablelands in NSW attended this year's event, from October 19-20.
Located in the middle of the tractors, harvesters, horse-riding demonstrations, shearing displays and snake-catchers was an ADF Careers stand supported by 5th Brigade soldiers.
It gave visitors an insight into military life, displayed Defence capabilities, and people were able to talk about full-time and part-time career opportunities.
'I've met many locals interested in Defence, because it offers something different, that's challenging.'
"I've been to farming events in the past through my previous role as a policeman, however, this is the first farming event I've been to while I've been in Army," Corporal Ball said.
"It's been great being able to speak to members of the community at this field day through my role with ADF Careers.
"There was a lot of interest with our G-Wagon vehicle today.
"I've met many locals interested in Defence, because it offers something different, that's challenging."
Corporal Ball spoke about the benefits of his military service.
"I've been able to go to places within my role as an Army driver that most people wouldn't usually go," he said.
Since enlisting in 2006, Corporal Ball has been to nearly every state in Australia and to the Solomon Islands.
"It's been an incredible experience, and being able to switch up roles within Defence has given me a lot of different experiences," he said.
Corporal Ball also supported the Repco Bathurst 1000 race and the 41st Battalion, Royal NSW Regiment open day at the new Chinderah multi-user depot near Kingscliff in northern NSW.
He was preparing to support ADF Careers at several local schools in Sydney.
