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Able Seaman Maritime Elly-May Mitchell represents her Indigenous heritage for Reconciliation week at HMAS Waterhen, NSW. Photo by Able Seaman Benjamin Ricketts.

Schoolroom inspiration comes full circle

30/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1221 Views 0 Comments Reconciliation Week

A Royal Australian Navy seaman from Mareeba tells how her brother’s Navy stories motivated her to encourage the next generation.

Aircraftwoman Indianna Biles checks the serial numbers of aircraft parts in the F-35A Lightning II warehouse at RAAF Base Williamtown, New South Wales. Photo by Leading Aircraftman Samuel Miller.

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Inspired to enlist after a glimpse inside

30/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1304 Views 0 Comments Reconciliation Week

An aviator inspired by the RAAF Base Williamtown Indigenous Youth Program leads by example. CAPTION: Aircraftwoman Indianna Biles checks the

Flight Lieutenant Joshua Fuad, 17 Squadron, at RAAF Base Tindal, Northern Territory. Photo by Corporal Hayden Young.

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Out of the kitchen into F-35 support

26/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1330 Views 0 Comments

Fighter jets and frying pans have as much in common as bombs and biscuits, but a “why can’t I” attitude

Air Commodore James Badgery – Chief of Staff Air Force HQ, left, presents Wing Commander Glendan Krause with his second Federation Star, marking 45 years of continuous service in the RAAF.

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Witness to much change over 45-year RAAF career

23/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1716 Views 0 Comments

Across his 45 years of continuous service in the Royal Australian Air Force, Wing Commander Glendan Krause has experienced as

Lieutenant-Commander Stephen Gaisford, Commanding Officer HMAS Childers.

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I wanted to be the leader I struggled to find in my career

22/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1489 Views 0 Comments

Lieutenant Commander Stephen Gaisford is the commanding officer of one of the Royal Australian Navy’s most frequently deployed vessels, HMAS

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Army captain finishes first female, second overall in 231km run

22/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2201 Views 0 Comments

Army ultra-marathon runner Captain Meghann Coffey has smashed a personal best by finishing second overall and first female in a

Surface finishers Sergeant Steve Marshall and Leading Aircraftman Macdara Barden in front of an F/A-18A Hornet A21-018, from 75 Squadron, with a commemorative paint scheme at RAAF Base Tindal, Northern Territory.

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Finishers gather for the memories

22/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1471 Views 0 Comments

Sergeant Steven Marshall has a model of every aircraft he did a major paint job on over his 20-year career

Australian Army Private Tyson Antonie works at keeping communication information systems operating while deployed on Operation Accordion at Australia’s operating base in the Middle East. Photo by Corporal Melina Young.

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Keeping everyone connected in Middle East

22/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1481 Views 0 Comments Operation Accordion

For communication information systems technician Signaller Tyson Antonie, the chance to take his skills on operations has been a career

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 2020 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 1686 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

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 1749 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

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 1647 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 2056 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

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 1573 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 1050 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 1147 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 1397 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.

Australian Army trauma nurse then Lieutenant, now Lieutenant Colonel Kylie Hasse, in a Mentoring Task Force – Three (MTF–3) medical facility where she cared for many Afghan locals, as well as Australian and Coalition military personnel at Tarin Kot, Afghanistan. Photo by Leading Seaman Andrew Dakin.

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Army nurse wins prestigious scholarship

16/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2708 Views 0 Comments

An Australian Army nursing officer and war veteran has been awarded a Bonnie Boezeman scholarship to further her leadership goals.

Australian Army soldier Private Paula Pires, from 4th/3rd Battalion, Royal New South Wales Regiment, during Exercise Waratah Run at Singleton, NSW. Photo by Corporal Jacob Joseph.

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Army Reserve soldier foundation training reduced to just three weeks

16/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 22482 Views 16 Comments 1RTB, Kapooka

The Australian Army’s 2nd Division is making training more accommodating in an effort to streamline recruit trining. CAPTION: Australian Army

Sergeant Peter Delaney, from Weapon Training Section at No.23 Squadron, displays his second Federation Star and sixth clasp to his Defence Long Service Medal, for 45 years of service with the Royal Australian Air Force, at RAAF Base Amberley, Queensland. Photo by Leading Aircraftwoman Taylor Anderson.

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Reflecting on 45 years’ service

15/05/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1278 Views 0 Comments

Being taught to be agile from a young age has ensured one aviator could happily serve and adjust to the