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Members of HMAS Canberra's Standing Sea Fire and Emergency Party conduct damage control training with Chief Petty Officer Andrew Gibson from Sea Training Group during a transit to Wellington, New Zealand. Story by Lieutenant Michael Wilson. Photos by Petty Officer Jarrod Mulvihill.

First responders in seaborne damage control drills

06/06/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 734 Views 0 Comments HMAS Canberra, Sea Training Group

HMAS Canberra crew became their own first responders in damage control exercises off the coast of NSW, en route to

Medical staff from 3rd Health Battalion treat a simulated casualty during rehearsals as part of Exercise Balikatan in Palawan, Philippines. Story by Lieutenant Emily Tinker. Photos by Leading Seaman Kylie Jagiello.

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Army mobile surgery unit agile on Ex Balikatan

21/05/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 830 Views 0 Comments 3rd Health Battalion, Exercise Balikatan, Philippines, Role 2 Basic (R2B)

An Australian Army medical team performed critical surgery under general anaesthesia overseas thanks to a new capability provided by the

Trainees from the Joint Medic course participate in a theory lesson at the ADF School of Health on Latchford Barracks, Bonegilla, in Victoria. Story by Captain Krysten Clifton. Photo by Corporal Johnny Huang.

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School of Health embraces triservice challenge

16/05/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1161 Views 0 Comments ADF School of Health

Of the five training establishments under Army Logistic Training Centre, none have embraced the Joint environment more than the ADF

ADF People Health and Wellbeing History Lest We Forget

Anzac Day Kokoda trek raises $18,000

09/05/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1172 Views 0 Comments ANZAC Day, Australian Space Command, Bravery Trust, Kokoda Trail

Squadron Leader Adon Lumley has returned from one of Australia’s most iconic military pilgrimage sites after completing the legendary Kokoda

Soldiers of the 3rd Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment, present a donation to Brighter Lives at Townsville University Hospital, Queensland. Photos by Lance Corporal Caitlyn Davill.

Australian Army Health and Wellbeing News

3rd Battalion gives foundation a push along

09/05/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1423 Views 0 Comments 3RAR, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Brigade

A donation of $1000 will keep the wheels turning on the Brighter Lives buggy and brighten the lives of locals

The NT ADF men's team holds the 2025 Anzac Shield with Commander 1st Brigade, Brigadier Doug Pashley, and Assistant Commissioner Matthew Hollamby, of the NT Police, Fire & Emergency Services, at TIO Stadium 2, Darwin. Story by Captain Nicholas Marquis. Photos by Corporal Madhur Chitnis.

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Annual charity match raises money for Legacy

06/05/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 560 Views 0 Comments

In Darwin, dragonflies mark the start of the dry season. CAPTION: The NT ADF men’s team holds the 2025 Anzac Shield

ADF medical personnel take part in the Joint Project 2060 Phase 3 Operational Testing and Evaluation of a new Role Three Minus, a deployable health capability at Ipswich, Brisbane. Story by Eamon McCaughan. Photo by Corporal Brandon Grey.

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Army and Air Force health set for upgrade

06/05/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1278 Views 0 Comments 3rd Health Battalion, health services

Army and Air Force health support is set to receive improved definitive care capability, providing soldiers and aviators with access

Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Mark Hammond accepts a cheque on behalf of Keeping Watch, for $100,000 from Navy Health at Russell Offices, Canberra Story by Lieutenant Commander Naomi Deignan.

Health and Wellbeing News Royal Australian Navy

Donation supports Navy families

01/05/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1248 Views 0 Comments Chief of Navy, Keeping Watch Fund

In an ongoing show of support, Navy Health recently donated $100,000 to Navy’s own charity, Keeping Watch. CAPTION: Chief of

Air Force Cricket's Anzac Day 2022 team line up before the match in Bowral. Story by Wing Commander Deanna Nott.

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Air Force Cricket a binding tradition

18/04/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1145 Views 0 Comments ADF Sport

Flight Sergeant Ian Smith has swung a bat for Air Force Cricket for nearly two decades, and this Anzac Day

Chaplains from six different nations of the South Pacific lay wreaths at the Australian War Memorial. Story and photo by Corporal Luke Bellman.

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Faith in the face of modern conflict

15/04/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 729 Views 0 Comments Chaplains

Spiritual fitness can be a good defence against the chaos of war. CAPTION: Chaplains from six different nations of the South

Elinor Thomas and Thomas Watkins, centre, thank HMAS Canberra personnel for saving Mr Watkins' life, and receive a tour of the ship while alongside Fleet Base East in Sydney. Story by Lieutenant Marcus Middleton. Photos by Leading Seaman Daniel Goodman.

Health and Wellbeing News Royal Australian Navy

Training saves life of tourist in trouble

14/03/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1424 Views 1 Comment HMAS Canberra, rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB)

“Without their help … I wouldn’t be here.” CAPTION: Elinor Thomas and Thomas Watkins, centre, thank HMAS Canberra personnel for saving

Health and Wellbeing News Royal Australian Air Force

RAAF aims high in combat casualty care

07/03/202516/03/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1279 Views 0 Comments C-17A Globemaster III, C-27J Spartan, No. 1 Security Forces Squadron., No. 3 Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (3AMES), RAAF Amberley, RAAF Reserve

Getting ‘comfortable with the uncomfortable’ was the objective for specialist reserve and permanent Royal Australian Air Force health clinicians of

A medical team from Army’s 2nd Health Battalion during Operation Render Safe 24-2, Solomon Islands. Story and photo by Corporal Luke Bellman.

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Army medics treat and train locals in Solomons

04/03/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 943 Views 0 Comments 2nd Health Battalion, Operation Render Safe, Solomon Islands

Crocodile and pig attacks are not the typical injuries orthopaedic surgeon Major Darren Paterson is accustomed to. CAPTION: A medical team

Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 competitor Sergeant Emily Lahey is welcomed on board a Royal Australian Air Force KC-30A aircraft by Leading Aircraftwoman Lily Cooper. Story. by Flying Officer Tina Langridge.

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Aussie warriors’ inspiring Invictus journey ends

20/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1453 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games, KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport

Team Australia’s incredible Invictus Games 2025 campaign has officially concluded after an inspiring and intense nine-day international competition. CAPTION: Invictus Games

Adam Jackson picked up gold in both the 1 and 4 minute indoor rowing events on the final day of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. Story by Flying Officer Belinda Barker. Photos by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.

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Day 9: Rowers save best for last at Invictus

18/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1115 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

Indoor rowing and fond farewells took centre stage on the final day of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. CAPTION: Adam Jackson

Captain Shannon Garrett, who was diagnosed with diffuse midline glioma, is training in a Melbourne gym for a physical challenge trekking across Mont Blanc. Story by Corporal Jacob Joseph. Photos by Stewart Chambers.

ADF People Health and Wellbeing

Brave captain soldiers on despite cancer

18/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 790 Views 0 Comments

Despite the prospect of never walking again, Captain Shannon Garrett considers himself one of the lucky ones. CAPTION: Captain Shannon Garrett,

Laura Reynell former Team Australia Invictus Games competitor is supporting her partner, Team USA competitor Moses Debraska at Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. Story by Flying Officer Tina Langridge. Photos by Warrant Officer Ricky Fuller.

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Laura’s journey: healing, connecting, changing lives

18/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 580 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

The Invictus Games are renowned for their role in the recovery and rehabilitation of injured, wounded, and ill military veterans

Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Luke Manhire. Story by Flying Officer Tina Langridge. Photos by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.

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Day 8: High and lows for Team Australia at Invictus

18/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 563 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

It was a day of mixed emotions for Team Australia’s 13-strong sitting volleyball squad at Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025,

Chelsie Clayton yells her support to competitors still swimming at UBC Aquatic Centre as part of Invictus Games Vancouver Canada 2025. Story by Flying Officer Belinda Barker. Photo by Flight Sergeant Chris Dickson.

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Day 7: In the swim to beat performance anxiety

18/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 577 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

Strength. Courage. Camaraderie. Three words that sum up Team Australia’s performances during day seven of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025.

Major Liz Daly competes for the ball during the wheelchair rugby competition at Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. Story by Flying Officer Belinda Barker. Photo by WOFF Ricky Fuller.

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Day 6: Wheelchair rugby builds international links

18/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 551 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

Wheelchair rugby and international relationships were the real winners on day six of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. CAPTION: Major Liz

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