LIFELINE
Navy’s vital role in Op Astute.

Re-think next drink
The RAN has reiterated it is serious about its Safe Spirit alcohol testing program.


More support for families
ADF families will receive increased support from the Defence organisation with the announcement of two new initiatives during National Families Week celebrations.


Internet set to improve
The improvement of information technology within RAN ships is one of the key initiatives addressed by the Sea Change program.


A decade of service for first Anzac
Local West Australian dignitaries and members of Anzac class ships HMA Ships Anzac and Warramunga gathered at Tenix Ship building yards at Henderson in WA recently to celebrate 10 years of the Anzac class ships’ service to the nation.


Last frigate to enter service
It will be the end of an era on June 16 when the RAN takes possession of the final Anzac class frigate, NUSHIP Perth, from Tenix in Williamstown.

Kuttabul service helps to heal
It was clear that the passage of time had helped heal the scars of war when RAN personnel and the Consul-General of Japan joined hands to mark the 64th anniversary of the midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour in WWII.

Briefs

Sudan’s helping hand
Two ADF personnel have been praised for aiding injured Sudanese near the small town of Abyei while deployed on Operation Azure with the United Nations Mission In Sudan (UNMIS).

Big brother tanks Ballarat
The crew of HMAS Ballarat had the chance to get “up close and personal” with one of mightiest naval craft in the world while en-route to Dubai recently.

Ballarat sinks in Gallipoli Cup cricket
An unorthodox cricket match for the Gallipoli Cup in Dubai gained at least some respect – if not the trophy – for 12 members of HMAS Ballarat’s company who participated against the team from the Seven Seas providores.

Townsville returns from Op Anode
Boats make their mark - On Patrol