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HMAS Benalla makes its final approach into HMAS Cairns, Queensland. Story by Corporal Luke Bellman. Photo by Able Seaman Lauren Pugsley.

HMA Ships Benalla and Shepparton decommissioned

23/06/202327/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2785 Views 0 Comments HMAS Benalla, HMAS Cairns, HMAS Shepparton, Hydrographic Service

Remotely controlled unmanned vessels with autopilot capabilities will replace two naval ships, with the decommissioning of HMA Ships Benalla and

19th Chief Engineer Works Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Michael Woods, left, and former Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel (retd) John Hopman cut the cake at the 60th anniversary of 19CEW at Randwick Barracks in Sydney. Story by Captain Evita Ryan. Photo by Corporal Lucas Petersen.

Australian Army History News

60 years and still building on capacity

21/06/202324/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1745 Views 0 Comments 19th Chief Engineer Works (19CEW), 6th Brigade

For 60 years, a small unit of Army engineers has meticulously planned, designed, coordinated, controlled and delivered infrastructure projects to

Lieutenant Aaron McCready with his sister, Flying Officer Nadine Muller, and their nephew, Madden Muller (wearing his great-grandfather Corporal Mervyn McCready's medals). Story by Captain Catherine Batch. Photo by Callum Smith.

ADF People History Lest We Forget

Legacy beneficiary gives back

21/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1318 Views 0 Comments Legacy, WWII

In the aftermath of a long and devastating World War 2 campaign, the scars left on soldiers like Lieutenant Aaron

Wagga Aviation Heritage Centre volunteer Christine Wyatt presents Erika Mendes with a certificate and book set, while Kieren Johnston and Haig Vartoukian look on. Story by Flight Lieutenant Karyn Markwell. Photo by Peter Wyatt.

History News Royal Australian Air Force

Heritage centre celebrates 100,000 visitors

21/06/202322/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1352 Views 0 Comments RAAF Wagga Aviation Heritage Centre

On 3 June, the Wagga Aviation Heritage Centre (WAGAHC) received its 100,000th visitor since its reopening in 2010. CAPTION: Wagga

After the commemorative service, the photos of the Catalina crew A24-64 were proudly exhibited for all to see. Story by Flight Lieutenant Karyn Markwell. Photos by Sergeant Glen McCarthy.

History Lest We Forget News Royal Australian Air Force

Nine Catalina aviators remembered

16/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1624 Views 0 Comments Catalina, Chief of Air Force

Chief of Air Force Air Marshal Robert Chipman was the guest of honour at a commemorative ceremony at the Catalina

Air Chief Marshal (retd) Sir Angus Houston, Ron Houghton, President of the Bomber Command Association of Australia, Bert Adams, Max Barry and Chief of Air Force Air Marshal Robert Chipman at the Australian War Memorial, Canberra. Story by Squadron Leader Bruce Chalmers. Photo by Leading Aircraftman Ryan Howell.

ADF People History Lest We Forget News Royal Australian Air Force Veterans

Australian Bomber Command aviators remembered

14/06/202318/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2671 Views 0 Comments AWM, Bomber Command, WWII

The service and sacrifice of RAAF personnel who served in Royal Air Force Bomber Command in WWII – as part

Director Recruiting – Army Colonel Kimberlea Juchniewicz congratulates veteran Signaller Norma Eggleston as she celebrated her 99th birthday at the Woden RSL club sub-branch, Canberra. Story by Major Anne-Maree Hunt. Photo by Lieutenant Colonel David Hankin.

ADF People History Veterans

99 signals big milestone

14/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1491 Views 0 Comments WWII

At 99, veteran Norma Eggleston is one of Australia’s oldest living female signallers. CAPTION: Director Recruiting – Army Colonel Kimberlea

The display of a replica of the Air Force MQ-4C Triton remotely piloted aircraft system at this year’s Avalon International Airshow. Photo by Corporal David Cotton.

History News Royal Australian Air Force

9 Squadron reformed as MQ-4C Triton operator

14/06/202317/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2174 Views 1 Comment Chief of Air Force, MQ-4C Triton, No. 9 Squadron, RAAF Edinburgh

The Royal Australian Air Force’s 9 Squadron reformed on 11 June 2023 to prepare for the delivery of the Northrop

Rear Admiral (retd) Guy Griffiths, right, presents the Royal Navy ensign to Commanding Officer HMS Prince of Wales Captain Richard Hewitt. Story by Lieutenant Charlie Marshall.

History Lest We Forget News Royal Australian Navy UK Veterans

London service honours historic links

09/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2880 Views 1 Comment WWII

In a remarkable service in London, an Australian WW2 veteran presented a Royal Navy ensign to the captain of Britain’s

Senior Australian Defence Force Officer Amberley, Group Captain Dennis Tan, escorts Ms Jean Jackson around the Amberley History and Heritage Centre at RAAF Base Amberley. Story by Squadron Leader Tina Turner. Photo by Sergeant Peter Borys.

ADF People History Veterans

At 99, veteran presses rewind

08/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1486 Views 0 Comments RAAF Amberley, WWII

One of Ipswich’s oldest war veterans, 99-year-old Jean Jackson, recently returned to RAAF Base Amberley for the first time in

From left, Aircraftman Max Webb, Pilot Officer Toby Olabarriaga, Aircraftwoman Ellie Hawke and Corporal Eliott Jones get a lesson on the cockpit module of the B-24 Liberator from Paul Rourke at the B-24 Liberator Restoration Museum. Story and photo by Flight Lieutenant Brent Moloney

History News Royal Australian Air Force

One-of-a-kind history lesson

08/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1905 Views 0 Comments No. 21 (City of Melbourne) Squadron

On the 87th birthday of 21 (City of Melbourne) Squadron, aviators from the unit visited the B-24 Liberator Memorial Restoration

Soldiers of the 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment stand to attention during the battalion's King's and Regimental Colours Parade. Story and photo by Corporal Jacob Joseph.

Australian Army History News Veterans

First King’s Colours unfurled

08/06/202308/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 3232 Views 0 Comments 6th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment, Chief of Army, Gallipoli Barracks, Governor-General of Australia, King’s and Regimental Colours

With the coronation of the new monarch earlier this year, the 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (6RAR) has become the

Able Seaman Musician Phillip Eden sounds the Last Post during a memorial service to mark the 81st anniversary of the sinking of HMAS Kuttabul at Garden Island, New South Wales. Story by Lieutenant Brendan Trembath. Photo by Leading Seaman Matthew Lyall.

History Lest We Forget News Royal Australian Navy

Memorial service marks Sydney sub attack

08/06/202308/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1589 Views 0 Comments Heritage Centre, HMAS Kuttabul, Submarine, WWII

On the evening of May 31, 1942, a distant war was delivered to Sydney’s doorstep. CAPTION: Able Seaman Musician Phillip

Major Andrew Moses as the Australian flagbearer for the 75th anniversary to the United Nations Truce Supervision commemorative event in Jerusalem, Israel. Story by Major Carrie Robards.

ADF People History Lest We Forget

Major honours fallen hero

08/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1120 Views 0 Comments Operation Paladin, UN Peacekeeping, UNTSO

The opportunity to carry the Australian flag in honour of a fallen ADF peacekeeper was the highlight for Major Andrew

Local indigenous cultural performers conduct a smoking ceremony during the Indigenous Veterans Commemoration at Hyde Park, Sydney. Story by Corporal Jacob Joseph. Photo by Leading Seaman Susan Mossop.

ADF People History Veterans

Memorial honours Indigenous service

02/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2057 Views 0 Comments Indigenous, Reconciliation Week, WWII

In 1941, a German spy, disguised as an Australian, sent soldiers from the 2nd and 15th Battalion into a German

Warrant Officer Class One Benn Goulter, left, and Brigadier Greg Novak, right, with veteran Signalman James ‘Jim’ Easton at the St Heliers Grace Joel Retirement Village, New Zealand. Story by Captain Evita Ryan. Photo by Maryvonne Gray.

ADF People History Lest We Forget Veterans

Signalman a living legacy at age 106

02/06/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2230 Views 0 Comments WWII

At 106 years of age, veteran Signalman James ‘Jim’ Easton is thought to be Australia’s oldest living signaller. CAPTION: Warrant

Warrant Officer Bruce Harvey, left, and Mr Keith Payne VC stand in the Military Museum at Comet Bay College in Secret Harbour, WA. Story by Peta Magorian.

Australian Army History News Royal Australian Air Force Royal Australian Navy

Anzacs reach next generation through new app

14/04/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2916 Views 0 Comments ANZAC XR, Keith Payne VC

Warrant Officer Bruce Harvey was humbled to be featured alongside a VC recipient in an extended reality app that immerses

Rear Admiral Steven Tiffen, front left, signs a contract with Noakes Group Managing Director Sean Langman, front right, with members from Mine Warfare and Clearance Diving Systems Program Office and Noakes Group. Story by Phillip Morton. Photo by Able Seaman Benjamin Ricketts.

History News Royal Australian Navy Sovereign industry

Keeping Young Endeavour ready to sail

05/04/202308/04/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2937 Views 0 Comments HMAS Waterhen, STS Young Endeavour

On March 17, Australia’s leading general marine company, Noakes Group Pty Limited, was selected as the industry partner that will

Alf Najar in his MG TB Monoposto number nine lines up for a start in the 1948 Australian Grand Prix. Story by Flight Lieutenant Marina Power. Photo by Stanton Najar, sourced from Speedway and Road Race History website.

History News Royal Australian Air Force

Remembering the 1948 Australian Grand Prix

05/04/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2596 Views 1 Comment No. 100 Squadron, RAAF Point Cook, WWII

The excitement of a Formula 1 Grand Prix will never change – the roar of engines flashing past at mind-blowing

Director Training Authority - Submarines Captain Richard Lindsey, left, presents a certificate of appreciation to Wendy Jackson for 30 years of service at the Submarine Training and Systems Centre at HMAS Stirling. Story by Corporal Jacob Joseph. Photo by Chief Petty Officer Yuri Ramsey.

History News Royal Australian Navy Sovereign industry

Thirty years of evolving submarine service

29/03/202302/04/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1843 Views 0 Comments HMAS Stirling, Submarine Training and Systems Centre (STSC)

When Wendy Jackson first saw the Submarine Training and Systems Centre (STSC) near Perth in the early 90s, it was