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The Navy Indigenous Performance Group performs at the Chief of Navy reception for the 2013 International Fleet Review held at Sydney Opera House. Story by Lieutenant Commander Michael Henry. Photo by Able Seaman Dove Smithett.

A decade of the Bungaree performers

22/02/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 828 Views 1 Comment Chief of Navy, Indigenous, International Fleet Review (IFR)

In October 2013, as international audiences gathered to celebrate the Royal Australian Navy International Fleet Review (IFR), Aboriginal and Torres

Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Mark Hammond speaks at the 11th Biennial Submarine Institute of Australia Conference hosted in in Canberra. Photo by Nic Douglass.

News Royal Australian Navy

Leaders discuss future of nuclear-powered subs

23/12/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1890 Views 0 Comments AUKUS, Chief of Navy, Minister for Defence, Nuclear Powered Submarines

Opportunities and challenges involved in Australia’s acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines were discussed at the 11th biennial Submarine Institute of Australia

From left, former Warrant Officer of the Navy Deb Butterworth and Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Mark Hammond are presented with a donation to Keeping Watch from Director Navy Health Commodore Michael Miko and CEO of Navy Health Mr Ron Wilson. Photo by Petty Officer Bradley Darvill.

News Royal Australian Navy

Helping to keep watch over those in need

23/12/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1078 Views 0 Comments Chief of Navy, Keeping Watch Fund

Navy Health has donated $72,500 to the Keeping Watch Fund. CAPTION: From left, former Warrant Officer of the Navy Deb

Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Mark Hammond takes a selfie with members of New Entry Officers Course 67. Story by Lieutenant Carolyn Martin. Photo by Leading Seaman RyanTascas.

News Overseas Royal Australian Navy

Officers course with an international flavour

23/12/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 847 Views 0 Comments Chief of Navy, Gap Year program, HMAS Creswell, New Entry Officers’ Course

The New Entry Officers Course 67 (NEOC 67) attracted seven international students from the navies of the Philippines, Papua New

Warrant Officer of the Navy Deb Butterworth, centre, receives her promotion to commander from the Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Mark Hammond, right, accompanied by her partner Tracy. Story by Sub-Lieutenant Tahlia Merigan. Photo by Petty Officer Bradley Darvill.

ADF People

A tenure of passion and commitment

21/12/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 320 Views 0 Comments Chief of Navy, HMAS Newcastle, HMAS Success, Warrant Officer - Navy

Warrant Officer of the Navy (WO-N) Deb Butterworth has formally handed over to Warrant Officer Andrew Bertoncin during a ceremony

Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Mark Hammond inspects members of New Entry Officers Course 67 during their graduation ceremony at HMAS Creswell. Story by Lieutenant Carolyn Martin. Photo by Leading Seaman Ryan Tascas.

ADF People

New officers set sights on new horizons

21/12/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 337 Views 0 Comments Chief of Navy, HMAS Creswell

One hundred and eighteen new Royal Australian Naval officers have graduated from the Royal Australian Naval College, marking the end

Able Seaman Boatswains Mate Jorde Lenoy conducts an Indigenous welcome ceremony during an official reception on board HMAS Hobart in Yokosuka, Japan. Story by Lieutenant Brendan Trembath. Photo by Leading Seaman Daniel Goodman.

ADF People

Indigenous sailors showcase culture in Japan

11/11/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1015 Views 5 Comments Chief of Navy, HMAS Hobart, Indigenous, Japan Maritime Self Defence Force, US Navy

Three Indigenous sailors from HMAS Hobart opened an official reception on board the ship in Yokosuka, Japan, during International Fleet Review

Royal Australian Navy personnel from HMA Ships Hobart, Stalwart and Farncomb march during the International Fleet Review 2022 parade in Yokosuka, Japan. Story by Lieutenant Brendan Trembath. Photos by Leading Seaman Daniel Goodman.

Japan News Royal Australian Navy USA

Visit to Japan strengthens relationship

08/11/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 799 Views 0 Comments Chief of Navy, HMAS Farncomb, HMAS Hobart, HMAS Stalwart, Japan Maritime Self Defence Force

Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Mark Hammond visited Japan for high-level talks and official events to mark the 70th anniversary of

Navy Cadet Chief Petty Officer Rory Jacket, left, congratulates Vice Admiral Mark Hammond after the Chief of Navy Change of Command Ceremony at Russell Offices, Canberra. Photo by Lieutenant Carolyn Martin and Lieutenant Brendan Trembath.

ADF People

New Chief of Navy takes the helm

26/07/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 734 Views 0 Comments Chief of Navy

Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Mark Hammond is energised and eager to get on with the huge task he has

Vice Admiral Michael Noonan presents the "weight" of command to Vice Admiral Mark Hammond during the Chief of Navy Change of Command Ceremony. Photo by Leading Seaman Tara Morrison.

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Change of Navy command in Canberra

06/07/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 741 Views 0 Comments Chief of Navy

The “weight” of command of the Royal Australian Navy has been officially handed over by the outgoing Chief of Navy,

Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Michael Noonan inspects the guard during the commissioning ceremony for HMAS Encounter at Torrens Parade Ground, Adelaide, South Australia. Photo by Able Seaman Susan Mossop.

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Farewell statement from Chief of Navy

01/07/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1010 Views 0 Comments Chief of Navy

CAPTION: Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Michael Noonan inspects the guard during the commissioning ceremony for HMAS Encounter at Torrens

Australian News Royal Australian Navy Videos

Royal Australian Navy Change of Command

06/07/201807/07/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 4162 Views 0 Comments Chief of Navy, Vice Admiral Mike Noonan, Vice Admiral Tim Barrett

Vice Admiral Tim Barrett formally ended his term as Chief of Navy during a handover ceremony at Blamey Square in