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A 3 Brigade Bushmaster ambulance supporting a 1RAR exercise at High Range (June 2017). Photo by Brian Hartigan.

78 new Bushmasters ordered to replace Ukraine donations

22/05/202316/07/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 950 Views 0 Comments Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicles

The Australian Government has signed a $160 million contract with Thales Australia to deliver an additional 78 Bushmaster protected mobility

No. 35 Squadron C-27J Spartan pilot Flight Lieutenant Matthew Still on approach to Cormorant airfield, west of Townsville during Exercise Ready Spartan Prove. Photo by Flight Lieutenant Greg Hinks.

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Spartan proves ready for more

21/05/202321/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2610 Views 0 Comments C-27J Spartan

It was Friday afternoon when the call was made for RAAF Base Amberley-based 35 Squadron to mobilise and move to

Head of Corp, Royal Australian Corps of Transport, Brigadier Natasha Ludwig and Head of the Australian Army History Unit Tim Gellel discuss the RACT exhibition at Russell Offices, Canberra, ahead of the corps' 50th anniversary. Photo by Kym Smith.

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RACT history exhibit at AHQ ahead of 50th anniversary

21/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1981 Views 0 Comments RACT, Royal Australian Corps of Transport

As the Royal Australian Corps of Transport (RACT) prepares for 50th birthday commemorations on 1 June, Chief of Army Lieutenant

Lieutenant Cody Sinclair instructs Roger Campbell, a winner of the Variety flight simulator experience at 723 Squadron HMAS Albatross. Photo by Petty Officer Kayla Jackson.

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Raffle winners fly Navy simulator and tour unit

21/05/202321/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1645 Views 0 Comments

Four members of the public had the chance to experience what it’s like to be a Navy pilot, thanks to

Royal Australian Navy sailor Able Seaman Taryn Dickens at the Invictus Games cycling camp in Adelaide held from 11 to 14 May 2023.

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Invictus Games Team Australia cycling camp

21/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2062 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games 2023

Team Australia cyclists took to the streets of Adelaide between 11 and 15 May, to ramp up their preparations for

Corporal Jacob Joseph, a reporter with ARMY Newspaper in Canberra, sets off at the start of the 100km Ultra-Trail Australia. Photo by Camila Leon.

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ARMY Newspaper reporter runs 100km Ultra-Trail

20/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1755 Views 0 Comments Ultra-Trail Australia

ARMY Newspaper reporter Corporal Jacob Joseph recently completed the 100km Ultra-Trail Australia and tells the story of pushing his body

Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Canberra (LCS 30) departs San Diego for a routine underway off the California coast. US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Mark D. Faram.

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US Navy ship called Canberra to be commissioned in Sydney

19/05/202319/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 15308 Views 5 Comments USS Canberra

The future USS Canberra (LCS 30) will be commissioned into the US Navy active fleet on 22 July with a

Royal Australian Air Force and United States Air Force loadmasters sit on the ramp of a No. 36 Squadron C-17A Globemaster III during a low-level navigation sortie in north Queensland during Exercise Global Dexterity 23-1. Photo by Corporal Kieren Whiteley.

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Global Dexterity offers low-level excitement

19/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2746 Views 0 Comments Exercise Global Dexterity

The return of Exercise Global Dexterity during April and May had people across NSW, Queensland and our Pacific neighbourhood looking

Australian Army soldiers from 3rd Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment, conduct an assault on their enemy's main defensive position during Exercise Brolga Run 23 at Townsville Field Training Area, Queensland. Photo by Lance Corporal Riley Blennerhassett.

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Hard yakka for 3 Brigade on Ex Brolga Run

18/05/202318/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3200 Views 1 Comment Exercise Brolga Run

More than 1500 infantry, combat engineer, artillery and enabling soldiers, and more than 200 military vehicles from 3rd Brigade deployed

Australian Army soldiers from the 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, conduct a presence patrol with soldiers from the Royal Gurkha Rifles in Bourail, New Caledonia, during Exercise Croix Du Sud 2023. Photo by Sergeant Brodie Cross.

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Aussie soldiers flex on French exercise

18/05/202318/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3136 Views 0 Comments Exercise Croix Du Sud, New Caledonia

The Australian Army deployed a range of capabilities on Exercise Croix du Sud, the French Armed Forces-led humanitarian-assistance and disaster-relief

Royal Australian Navy Liaison Officer Philippines, Lieutenant Paolo De Leon briefs Australian embassy defence section staff on upcoming logistic requirements in support of the Joint Australian Training Team - Philippines. Photo by Leading Seaman Nadav Harel.

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A perfect fit for Philippines liaison officer

18/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1811 Views 0 Comments Armed Forces of the Philippines

At age 15, Paolo de Leon left the Philippines when his family relocated to South Perth, Western Australia. CAPTION: Royal

Members of Combat Support Group participate in the Anzac Day march in Brisbane, Queensland. Photo by Corporal Kieren Whiteley.

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CSG projecting airpower for 25 years

18/05/202318/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1901 Views 0 Comments Combat Support Group (CSG)

Royal Australian Air Force’s ability to adapt to changing needs was evident when Combat Support Group (CSG) evolved from Operational

Personnel Capability Specialist at No. 100 Squadron Leading Aircraftwoman Casey-Lee Rebellato in front of a Harvard aircraft at RAAF Base Point Cook. Photo by David Jones.

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Aviator recognised for rural contribution

18/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1686 Views 0 Comments

One Royal Australian Air Force member’s dedication and commitment to her local community has resulted in recognition for a national

The yarning circle and bush-tucker gardens at RMC-Duntroon, Canberra. Photo by Leading Aircraftman Ryan Howell.

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New RMC yarning circle

17/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2125 Views 0 Comments Royal Military College-Duntroon (RMC-D)

The spiritual life and important ties to country of the ACT’s Ngunnawal People can now be better understood and celebrated

Royal Australian Air Force Flying Officer Jake Buchanan talks through training objectives during combined operations planning on Exercise Bersama Shield 2023 in Malaysia. Photo by Corporal Lisa Sherman.

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Five nations working to one goal

17/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1509 Views 0 Comments Bersama Shield

Exercise Bersama Shield – an annual military exercise between the five nations in the Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) –

HMAS Anzac conducts a light-line transfer with Royal Malaysian Navy KD Lekir during Exercise Bersama Shield 2023. Photo by Leading Seaman Jarryd Capper.

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HMAS Anzac skills tested in multiple domains

17/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2399 Views 0 Comments Bersama Shield

Conducting a joint, combined exercise across land, air and maritime domains involves skilled operators and complex technology. CAPTION: HMAS Anzac

Personnel from HMAS Anzac and Royal Malaysian Navy KD Gempita compete in the tug-of-war against other Exercise Bersama Shield 2023 participants as part of a sports day on Tioman Island, Malaysia. Photo by Leading Seaman.

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Sports day on a tropical island – yes please

17/05/202317/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1644 Views 0 Comments Bersama Shield

The Exercise Bersama Shield maritime task group enjoyed an operational pause during a sports day on Tioman Island, Malaysia. CAPTION:

HMAS Anzac swimmer of the watch Able Seaman Mitchell Donovan conducts a rescue swim during a man overboard exercise as a part of Exercise Bersama Shield 2023. Photo by Leading Seaman Jarryd Capper.

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Man overboard – no worries

17/05/202317/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1104 Views 0 Comments Bersama Shield

In, on and over the sea, HMAS Anzac took part in training activities during the recent Exercise Bersama Shield off

Australian Army Captain David Box instructs range-practice drills with Royal Australian Air Force Corporal Jessica Edwards during Operation Accordion at Australia’s operating base in the Middle East Region. Photo by Corporal Melina Young.

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Accordion shooters happy in the Box office

17/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1197 Views 0 Comments Operation Accordion

Officially, his title is Middle East Region (MER) Safety and Security Adviser – unofficially, Captain David Box oversees many roles

Invictus Games 2023 Team Australia competitor Able Seaman Taryn Dickens at the Sydney Academy of Sport and Recreation, Narrabeen NSW. Photo by Flight Sergeant Ricky Fuller.

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Going blind fuels competitive spirit

17/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1445 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games 2023

Going blind could turn your world upside down but, for Able Seaman Taryn Dickens, it fuelled her to push harder.