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Senior Navy officer Lieutenant Commander Brad Eaton and 453 Squadron member Pilot Officer Esther Kim at the Perth Korean War Memorial. Story by Squadron Leader Kate Davis. Photos by Flying Officer Michael Thomas.

The ‘forgotten war’ no longer

17/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1211 Views 0 Comments 2FTS, Korean War

A three-ship flypast from 2 Flying Training School (2FTS) over the serenity of Kings Park, WA, marked the opening of

From left, Lieutenant Commander Lachlan Darrow, Seaman Caitlin Hartley, Major Matthew Jones, Squadron Leader Sarelle Woodward and Musician Benjamin Lim at the Australian Coastal Rowing and Beach Sprints Championships at Mooloolaba, Queensland. Story by Private Nicholas Marquis.

ADF People Health and Wellbeing

ADF rocks the boat at coastals

17/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1026 Views 0 Comments ADF Sport

Battling large swells and whitewash, ADF rowers waded out into the ocean and came back in with a bronze medal.

Participants take part in a soccer competition as part of the Exercise Malabar 2023 shore phase in Sydney. Story by Lieutenant Marcus Middleton. Photos by Leading Seaman Matthew Lyall.

Health and Wellbeing News Royal Australian Navy

Matildas’ magic sweeps navies

16/08/202319/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1351 Views 0 Comments ADF Sport, Exercise Malabar

The Matildas’ magic has swept through Exercise Malabar, with the four participating nations staging a ‘curtain opener’ soccer tournament in

Chief Petty Officer Simon Steyn with his mother Jackie and father Nick on HMAS Onslow in the UK, prior to the O-boat arriving in Australia in 1969.

ADF People History

Like father, like sons, like subs

16/08/202319/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1383 Views 0 Comments Submarine

The smell of diesel would reach up the stairwell to a third-floor Lilyfield apartment before the man coated in it

RAAF Medical technician Corporal Brett Leddy from 1 Expeditionary Health Squadron directs the transport of a patient into the back of a G-Wagon ambulance. Story by Flying Officer Connor Bellhouse. Photo by Leading Aircraftwoman Annika Smit.

Health and Wellbeing News Royal Australian Air Force Talisman Sabre

Providing ‘Role 2 Forward’ medical support at RAAF Base Curtin

15/08/202320/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1817 Views 0 Comments Exercise Talisman Sabre, G-wagon, No. 1 Expeditionary Health Squadron, RAAF Curtin

When it comes to the activation of a remote air field, providing health support to nearly 700 people becomes the

Flight Lieutenant Garry Cooper (retd) during the Vietnam War in front of a US Air Force O-1 Bird Dog. Story by Flight Lieutenant Greg Hinks.

ADF People History Veterans

A historic bird: flying with a Vietnam War pilot

11/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2845 Views 0 Comments AWM, Forward Air Controllers, US Army, Vietnam War

The South Vietnamese sky was a smoky orange as dusk approached in July of 1968. The buzz of a United

The sculpture of Lieutenant Colonel Vivian Bullwinkel, in the grounds of the Australian War Memorial. Story and photo by Private Nicholas Marquis.

ADF People History Lest We Forget News

Statue a tribute to all military nurses

11/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1824 Views 0 Comments AWM, Service Nurses, WWII

As the sun rose above the Australian War Memorial on August 2, its light touched the face of the first

Invictus Games 2023 Team Australia competitor Flight Sergeant Nathan King prepares to throw during an athletics training session at the Sydney Academy of Sport and Recreation, Narrabeen NSW. Story by Tina Langridge. Photo by Flight Sergeant Ricky Fuller.

ADF People Health and Wellbeing Invictus Games

‘We look fierce’: Invictus Games kit revealed

11/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1901 Views 0 Comments ADF Sport, German Federal Armed Forces (Bundeswehr), Invictus Games

The Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 Team Australia kit has been launched and it’s already been labelled a hit by the

Senior ADF Officer RAAF Base Amberley, Group Captain Dennis Tan (right), and Warrant Officer Glenn Lyons (left) with Air Force veteran John Shoesmith and his family to celebrate his 100th birthday. Story by Flight Lieutenant Rob Hodgson. Photo by Leading Aircraftwoman Taylor Anderson.

ADF People History

Spitfire pilot turns 100

11/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1458 Views 0 Comments No. 100 Squadron, Spitfire, WWII

World War II pilot Warrant Officer (retired) John Shoesmith celebrated his 100th birthday in Wynnum Queensland. CAPTION: Senior ADF Officer RAAF

Australian Army soldiers from units across 13th Brigade work with security elements of the Royal Australian Air Force protecting people and critical infrastructure at RAAF Base Curtin as part of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2023 at Derby, Western Australia. Photo by Corporal Janet Pan.

Australian Army Lest We Forget News Royal Australian Air Force Royal Australian Navy

Talisman Sabre wrapped up

09/08/202309/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1924 Views 0 Comments Exercise Talisman Sabre

After two weeks of high-end warfighting, Exercise Talisman Sabre 2023 (TS23) has officially closed. CAPTION: Australian Army soldiers from units across

ADF Health and Wellbeing News Veterans

New Defence and Veteran Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy

08/08/202308/08/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2250 Views 0 Comments

The Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has made it abundantly clear that more needs to be done to

Commander Cindy Jenkins, left, during her stint as a torch bearer in the Legacy Centenary Torch Relay, to recognise 100 years of the Legacy Promise. Story by Captain Kristen Daisy Cleland. Photo by Callum Smith.

ADF People History

Commanding link to Legacy

04/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1330 Views 0 Comments HMAS Supply, Legacy

For Commander Cindy Jenkins, serving in the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) has cemented a family connection with Defence and revealed

Derrick Akes at a rugby union refereeing course during an ADF Sports training program at the Sir John Guise Stadium, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. Story by Squadron Leader Amanda Scott. Photos by Leading Seaman Matthew Lyall.

ADF People Health and Wellbeing

It’s more than just sport

04/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1198 Views 0 Comments ADF Sport

Dereck Akes used to live on the streets of Port Moresby, until he was introduced to rugby union in 2017.

Cyber warfare analyst Leading Aircraftman Netani Tukana and cyber warfare officer Squadron Leader James Haddy from No. 462 Squadron at RAAF Base Edinburgh, South Australia. Photo by Leading Aircraftman Sam Price.

CONTACT BLOG SPOT Thought provoking

Why Defence needs to think more like a startup

03/08/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 10062 Views 0 Comments WithYouWithMe

By Mark Fortugno, WithYouWithMe This year has taught us that we cannot be complacent in funding our defence sectors—one need

Health and Wellbeing Letters to the Editor

Brothers and Books – 5 in 50 challenge

31/07/2023 Dylan Conway 1799 Views 0 Comments

Australia’s favourite veteran read-a-thon is on again! After raising over $140,000 for veterans and their families last year, Brothers and

Lieutenant (ret'd) Les Gade, aged 94, a member of the Parramatta subbranch and formally of the Polish Army has recently been made a Commander of the Order of Merit by the Republic of Poland for his service during WWII.

Letters to the Editor Personal stories

Parramatta RSL member receives Polish award

30/07/202330/07/2023 Parramatta Sub Branch RSL 2372 Views 0 Comments

Dear Editor, Please be advised that Lieutenant (ret’d) Les Gade, aged 94, a member of the Parramatta subbranch and formally

Australian Army officer Major Dee-Ann Jackson after winning the 10km run in her age group, at Run Melbourne. Story by Sergeant Matthew Bickerton.

ADF People Health and Wellbeing

Running for their lives

28/07/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1298 Views 0 Comments ADF Sport

Chasing endorphins and the competitors ahead, one Army runner finished first in her age group and 10th overall out of

Flight Sergeant Stephen Olding with his presentation gift to mark his retirement from the RAAF. Story by Wing Commander Susan Yates.

ADF People History

Love of aircraft leads to 51-year career

28/07/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1628 Views 0 Comments No. 26 Squadron, RAAF Williamtown

After 51 years of service with the Australian Defence Force, Flight Sergeant Stephen Olding hung up his hat, having served

Hanwha Redback, chosen as The Australian Army's new infantry fighting vehicle. Image supplied.

Australian Army News Sir Jeffrey Armiger Videos

LAND400: Gold-medal govt PR/BS = big loss for Army

27/07/202327/07/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 4480 Views 10 Comments Project LAND 400 Phase 3

The Albanese Government announced today that it had decided which company would supply the Australian Army’s new infantry fighting vehicle.

Air Commodore Pete Robinson Commander Air Combat Group (right) farewells Gary Dobe on his retirement at RAAF Base Williamtown, NSW. Story by Flight Lieutenant Rob Hodgson. Photo by Flight Lieutenant Sarah Reading.

ADF People History

Delivering bang for buck

27/07/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 1379 Views 0 Comments Air Combat Group (ACG)

The Air Combat Group (ACG) headquarters has farewelled a stalwart who has devoted more than 53 years of combined service