Chapter 37: Nui Dat – “The Dat”
Nui Dat is where the fighting arms of the Australian Army were located to carry out combat duties in Phuoc
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When I have too much time to think
When I have too much time to think… this happens. What will be my legacy? What will I be remembered
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Chapter 36: Vung Tau – Rest in Country and the Bar Girls!
Vung Tau is a rather large town on the coast about an hour’s truck ride south from Nui Dat on
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Care for your feet and your boots
We have personally witnessed the destruction of applicants feet, thereby rendering them ineffective to complete a course, selection or even
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Someone in Defence can’t count ;-)
The offical and officially cleared caption on this photo says… Royal Australian Navy AS 350BA Squirrel Helicopters from 723 Squadron
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Conditioning basics – principles, not tools
Conditioning can be an overlooked component in the tactical athletes wheelhouse. In this article, we bring ourselves back to key
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I am an Australian sailor
I am an Australian Sailor. I am not only an Australian sailor, but I am also proud – proud of
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Chapter 35: Nigel and the Nui Thi Vai
The Nui Thi Vai are a mountain range just north of the Nui Dinh Mountains. The intelligent blokes in the
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Weapons of the ADF
This 40-page viewee-twoee with sturdy green PVC covers is no longer available for sale. If you want to print your
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NOT ALL WOUNDS ARE VISIBLE!
If a picture paints a thousand words, these pictures speak volumes for our veterans suffering from PTSD, according to the
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Here’s how you can help CONTACT survive…
. CONTACT’s Patreon page is now closed pending a move to a new platform (that charges in Aussie$) I most
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Build a strong body – and mind – for the hard times
Being able to perform, whether within a sporting or tactical environment, you need to be both physically and mentally strong.
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Mentoring a veteran can help you grow as a leader
As a young man, I have borne witness to management and leadership on different levels. Due to historic ties, pride
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You will no longer wear that uniform!
Well, just short of 20 years, and even though I knew it was coming it is still a tough pill
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Chapter 34: Moon arrives
Moon arrived on 1 Sep 1970. There were no speeches, no fanfare. Moon simply arrived. He came from a posting
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Is there a ‘Placement Service’ for employment of ex ADF?
READER QUESTION: Referring to “ADF transition services rolled out nationwide” for members and former member to civilian life, training etc. –
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What are you actually training for?
Within Frogman Project’s Tactical Fitness League program, we have all sorts of tactical athletes all with different goals and needs. From
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Talking to civvies – change your jargon
Defence is swimming in jargon and acronyms. But, all industries develop their own jargon. From healthcare to education, public versus
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K9 Training Session #6 – Puppy Classes
What are puppy classes? Puppy classes have become a growing trend in the dog-training industry over the past 10 years.
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Chapter 33: LCTs and my near death experience
“Shit it’s wet! The rainy season has really settled in and Alpha Company is moving on a rotational basis between
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