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Health and Wellbeing

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 826 Views 0 Comments

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

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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.
ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Laura’s journey: healing, connecting, changing lives

18/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 614 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

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

Day 8: High and lows for Team Australia at Invictus

18/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 606 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,

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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.
ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Day 7: In the swim to beat performance anxiety

18/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 621 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.

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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.
ADF ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Day 6: Wheelchair rugby builds international links

18/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 584 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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Katie Chapman, Alana Blackman, Cindy ChawnTyler-Marie Gray and Buffy Little psyche up before the Anzac women's snowboarding competition during Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. Story by Flying Officer Belinda Barker. Photos by Warrant Officer Ricky Fuller.
ADF ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Day 5: Anzac spirit alive at Whistler

14/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1320 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

We’ve fought side-by-side, laughed together and constantly sledged each other. CAPTION: Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 Team Australia competitor Katie

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Captain Olivia Miley-Dyer stands on the podium after claiming gold in the Nordic cross-country skiing at Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. Story by Flying Officer Belinda Barker. Photos by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.
ADF ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Day 4, a day of firsts, medals and mateship

14/02/202514/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 614 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

A bluebird day uncovered bucket loads of Aussie grit and determination during day four of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025.

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Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 Team Australia skeleton slider Luke Manhire holds his line as he slides down the mountain at the Whistler Sliding Centre, Canada.
ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Day 3: Thrill seekers find joy on icy track at Invictus

12/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 943 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

The spotlight was firmly on Team Australia’s adrenalin junkies during day three of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. CAPTION: Invictus Games

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SGT Emily Leahy participates in the curling event at Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. Story by FLGOFF Belinda Barker.
ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Aussies put their spin on wheelchair curling

12/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 886 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

“Lawn bowls on ice.” That’s how Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 Team Australia competitor Sergeant Emily Lahey describes wheelchair curling.

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ADF ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Invictus Games success has only just begun

31/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 965 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

The Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 might not have started yet, but Adelaide’s Sean Grimmond is already hailing the event

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Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Katie Chapman. Story by Flying Officer Tina Langridge. Photo by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.
ADF ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Cracking on despite a broken back

31/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 992 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

Breaking your back while snowboarding might put some people off snow sports for life, but not Katie Chapman. CAPTION: Invictus Games

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Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Kaz Gladysz. Story by Flying Officer Tina Langridge. Photo by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.
ADF ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Invictus competitor faces challenges head-on

31/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 709 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

In a world where many shy away from a challenge, Kaz Gladysz is the embodiment of fearlessness. CAPTION: Invictus Games 2025

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Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Major Elizabeth Daley. Story by Flying Officer Tina Langridge. Photo by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.
ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Breaking down mental health stigma in the military

29/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1096 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

Australian Army officer Major Elizabeth Daly has felt an increased sense of belonging and support since engaging with the Invictus

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Petty Officer Mark has been awarded a Conspicuous Service Medal in the Australia Day honours for his rescue of a fellow submariner. Story by Corporal Michael Rogers. Photo by Able Seaman Zac Dingle.
ADF People Health and Wellbeing Royal Australian Navy 

Fear of sharks shelved in the line of duty

28/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1172 Views 0 Comments Australia Day Honours, HMAS Farncomb, RIMPAC

Australia Day CAPTION: Petty Officer Mark has been awarded a Conspicuous Service Medal in the Australia Day honours for his rescue

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Governor-General Sam Mostyn and Leading Aircraftwoman Samantha Quadrio, bottom left, with the Australian team at the Governor-General’s XI vs England match at North Sydney Oval. Story by Flight Lieutenant Grace Casey-Maughan. Photos by Chief Petty Officer Andrew Dakin.
ADF People Health and Wellbeing 

From ‘baggy blue’ to national cricketing uniform

24/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1024 Views 0 Comments ADF Sport, Governor-General of Australia, No. 75 Squadron

Hailing from Perth, Western Australia, Leading Aircraftwoman Samantha Quadrio felt humbled and thankful for her selection onto the Governor General’s

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Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Captain Olivia Miley-Dyer. Story by Flying Officer Tina Langridge. Photo by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.
ADF ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Army captain aims higher, further, faster

24/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1321 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

As fate would have it, Captain Olivia Miley-Dyer found herself sitting in her car in the Canadian Rockies when she

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Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Dane Greenstreet. Story by Flying Officer Tina Langridge. Photo by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.
ADF ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Signing off on an Invictus high

24/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 973 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

Rehabilitation centred on sport and exercise has been Dane Greenstreet’s focus since medically discharging from the Australian Army eight years

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Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Squadron Leader Bel Culley. Story by Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Squadron Leader Bel Culley. Photos: Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson. Photo by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.
ADF ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

From storyteller to competitor

24/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1264 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

In 2018, Squadron Leader Belinda ‘Bel’ Culley had the privilege of working as a part of the public affairs team

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Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Corporal Jason Marsh. Story by Flying Officer Tina Langridge. Photo by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.
ADF ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Ending career on Invictus Games high

24/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 755 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

Corporal Jason Marsh is one of those people who performs at his best when he’s working towards a goal. CAPTION: Invictus

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Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Colin McCallum. Story. by Story by Flying Officer Tina Langridge. Photo by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.
ADF ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games 

Invictus competitor already a winner

24/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 832 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

Given his stint as a Navy cadet, his passion for sailing and his father’s naval background, it was hardly surprising

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