LEFT: The Rats of Tobruk joined other veterans at Puckapunyal for the recent National Serviceman's march and memorial
service. Photo by Diane Grant

Right: Minister Assisting the Minister for Defence Danna Vale and Sgt Phil Larkam, 3RAR, open the Holsworthy MTR after a $1.2 million upgrade to facilities. Changing requirements, such as shooting with night-vision equipment and the need to improve feedback to shooters, commanders and staff, highlighted the need for new systems.

Left:Capt Ian Biggs teaches guitar to eager children at the local high school in Alieu, East Timor. Each Saturday he had three full classes. Capt Biggs has completed six months in East Timor as an UNMO.
Photo provided by Di Biggs

Right: Sub-Leut Jo Adams, Sgt Carol Milland and WOFF Kim Samin at the National Touch League Championships in Coffs Harbour. Kim did all pre-tournament administration for Defence participants with assistance from Jo.
Photo by Maj Michelle Breen.