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Army officer Captain Cameron Laing provides a site brief to Fijian TAFE students at the Blackrock Redevelopment Project in Fiji.

Conspicuous service in Fiji recognised

26/01/202226/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2035 Views 0 Comments Fiji Assist, HMAS Adelaide, MRH-90 Taipan

After Tropical Cyclone Yasa devastated Fiji in late 2020, destroying farms, schools, homes and critical infrastructure, Captain Cameron Laing and

Air Force aviator Warrant Officer Raylee Scott (left) taking part in the Million Push-Up Challenge with Theatre Communications Group colleagues while deployed to the Middle East. Story by Flight Lieutenant Jessica Aldred. Photo by Corporal David Cotton.

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Australia Day honour is the icing on the cake

26/01/202229/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1613 Views 0 Comments

Royal Australian Air Force Warrant Officer Raylee ‘Pixie’ Scott thought 2022 couldn’t get any better after starting her new role

Air Force aviator Flight Sergeant Damian Gardiner was awarded a Conspicuous Service Cross for his work helping to introduce the F-35 Lightning II into service. Story by Flight Lieutenant Jessica Aldred. Photo by Corporal Dan Pinhorn.

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Lightning strikes for RAAF technician

26/01/202229/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1962 Views 0 Comments F-35A Lightning II, No. 3 Squadron

Royal Australian Air Force Flight Sergeant Damian Gardiner’s extraordinary technical ability and interpersonal skills were recognised on this year’s Australia

Sergeant Marc Plant stands in front of a Shadow 200 UAS. Photo by Petty Officer Lee-Anne Cooper.

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Technology a game-changer for artillery

20/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2415 Views 0 Comments drones, Royal Australian Artillery, Shadow 200 UAS, unmanned aerial systems

Artillery operators in the 19th century wouldn’t recognise the capability in its most modern form. CAPTION: Sergeant Marc Plant stands

Lieutenant Justin Mellross, left, receives the United States Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal from Commanding Officer USS Firebolt Lieutenant Commander Raymond Miller IV. Photo: by Lieutenant E Garcia, United States Navy.

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Work in drug bust recognised

20/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1987 Views 0 Comments narcotics, Operation Manitou, united States Navy

The United States Navy has recognised the Royal Australian Navy’s Lieutenant Justin Mellross for his work in support of the

Summer School students on the flight deck of a No. 37 Squadron C-130J Hercules during a visit to RAAF Base Richmond, NSW. Story by Eamon Hamilton. Photo by Corporal David Said.

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Richmond hosts next generation of engineers

20/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1756 Views 0 Comments RAAF Richmond

Hangar doors at RAAF Base Richmond were opened to the next generation of engineers on December 7, with a group

Commander Nick Barker passes on his father's ceremonial sword to his daughter, Lieutenant Emma Barker, following her graduation from New Entry Officers' Course at HMAS Creswell. Story by Leading Seaman Kylie Jagiello. Photo by Leading Seaman David Cox.

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Slice of family history handed down

20/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2027 Views 0 Comments

Continuing a family tradition, nursing officer Lieutenant Emma Barker late last year graduated from the Royal Australian Naval College, with

HMAS Farncomb in rough seas off Sydney. Photo by Leading Seaman Brenton Freind.

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From diesel engines to data

08/01/202220/06/2024 Posted by Mike Hughes 2622 Views 0 Comments ADFA, Royal Australian Naval College

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Midshipman Lawrence Sabai at the Royal Australian Naval College, HMAS Creswell. Story by Petty Officer Lee-Anne Cooper. Photo by Private Jacob Joseph.

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New lease on Navy career

06/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2503 Views 0 Comments HMAS Creswell, Navy Indigenous Development Program

Staring at a blanket of blue ocean for hours at a time, then-Leading Seaman Lawrence Sabadi pondered his life and

Bombadier Mitchell Yates looks at a Wasp AE Small UAS at the Army Reserve Kogarah Depot in Sydney. Story by Captain Mark Beretta. Photo by Corporal Dustin Anderson.

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Taking flight with new opportunities

06/01/202215/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2098 Views 0 Comments Army Reserve, WASP AE

When he was looking for something different to his bar job, Blacktown’s Mitchell Yates had no idea he’d end up

Officer-in-charge of the West Head gunnery range in Victoria, Lieutenant Commander Peter Arnold, prepares for a 76mm medium calibre firing against a towed surface target as part of annual continuation training. Story by Petty Officer Lee-Anne Cooper. Photo by Petty Officer James Whittle.

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Naval gunfire expert at work and at home

06/01/202215/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2317 Views 0 Comments

After supervising naval gunfire at the West Head gunnery range, officer-in-charge Lieutenant Commander Peter Arnold goes home and continues shooting on

Army reservist Corporal Stephanie Schuurmans at the Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort. Story by Captain Michael Trainor.

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‘sno problem having two jobs

06/01/202215/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 3067 Views 0 Comments Army Reserve

Army reservist Corporal Stehpanie Schuurmans has spent the past few years working in the ski fields of Japan and travelling,

Squadron Leader Anthony Gesualdi, from the Surveillance and Response Systems Program Office at RAAF Base Edinburgh, South Australia, wearing his Federation Star awarded for 40 years’ service. Story by Leading Aircraftwoman Jasna McFeeters. Photo by Corporal Brenton Kwaterski.

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Like father, like daughter

06/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2656 Views 0 Comments Accordion, No. 1 Squadron

With a career in logistics management spanning more than 40 years, Squadron Leader Anthony Gesualdi said he was proud to

Lieutenant Rick Withers at HMAS Creswell. Story by Lieutenant Emma Anderson. Photo by Leading Seaman Ryan Tascas.

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Loss inspired return to Navy

06/01/202206/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2900 Views 0 Comments HMAS Armidale, HMAS Bathurst, HMAS Creswell, Navy Reserve

Losing everything in the Black Summer bushfires inspired sailor-turned-maritime trade officer Lieutenant Rick Withers to return to Navy after an

Military working dog Olly has been posted to RAAF Base Amberley in Queensland. Story by Flight Lieutenant Dee Irwin. Photo by Leading Aircraftman Stewart Gould.

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Dream team bound for new home

24/12/2021 Posted by Mike Hughes 2819 Views 1 Comment Amberley, Edinburgh, Military Working Dogs

South Australia’s top dog is on his way to RAAF Base Amberley. CAPTION: Military working dog Olly has been posted

Wing Commander Kevin Le Poidevin is returning to the Sydney to Hobart in Rogue Wave. Story by Corporal Veronica O'Hara.

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RAAF duo eye faster Sydney-to-Hobart time

24/12/202101/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2412 Views 0 Comments

Two aviators will race the iconic Sydney to Hobart race on Boxing Day as the only crew of the Sigma

Warrant Officer Michael McDonnell, left, and Lord Mayor of Brisbane Councillor Adrian Schrinner, right with WWII veteran and centenarian Esdale Davis. Story by Squadron Leader Tina Turner. Photo: by Corporal Jesse Kane.

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Oldest squadron member turns 100

24/12/2021 Posted by Mike Hughes 2153 Views 0 Comments

The oldest known living member of No. 23 (City of Brisbane) Squadron, Esdale Davis, celebrated his 100th birthday on November

Acting Sub Lieutenant Harry Farthing graduated from Maritime Warfare Officer Course 07 with a Bridge Warfare Certificate at HMAS Watson, Sydney. Story by Lieutenant Nancy Cotton. Photo by Leading Seaman Leo Baumgartner.

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On the right career bearing

24/12/2021 Posted by Mike Hughes 2435 Views 0 Comments HMAS Watson, STEM, Submarine

When Acting Sub Lieutenant Harry Farthing began Maritime Warfare Officer Course 07 (MWOC07), the end felt a long way away.

Sub Lieutenant Toia Mangakahia graduated from the Maritime Warfare Officer Course 07 with a Bridge Warfare Certificate at HMAS Watson, Sydney. Story by Lieutenant Nancy Cotton. Photo by Leading Seaman Leo Baumgartner.

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Navy fulfils passion for travel and learning

24/12/202101/01/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2240 Views 2 Comments HMAS Watson

As a child growing up on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, Sub Lieutenant Toia Mangakahia had a passion for travel and learning.

Leading Aircraftman Nicholas Catling and Military Working Dog Ben at RAAF Security and Fire School, RAAF Base Amberley. Story by Flight Lieutenant Julia Ravell. Photo by Leading Aircraftwoman Emma Schwenke.

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Work of best mates rewarded

24/12/2021 Posted by Mike Hughes 1899 Views 3 Comments Amberley, Military Working Dogs

Leading Aircraftman Nicholas Catling is building a special relationship with his Belgian malinois military working dog Ben. CAPTION: Leading Aircraftman