While we were gone... Although Navy News has been on holiday over the Christmas break, our photographers have continued to file some great images.

Welcome additions Forty-five officers were welcomed into the Navy by the Chief of Navy, Vice Admiral Russ Shalders, when they graduated recently from the 21-week New Entry Officers Course at HMAS Creswell.

Inter-active CD to assist fliers The inaugural Professional Australian Defence Force Aviators’ Reference Manual (PAARM) will standardise general knowledge aviation subjects across the three Services.

Cream of the crop The newest crop of graduates recently completed the second RAN Force Warfare Course, held at HMAS Watson.

Informed guide for rewarding future A new handbook that will help Junior Warfare Officers navigate their way to a rewarding career in the RAN was launched by the Fleet Commander Australia recently.

Future fleet proves a strong drawcard The Navy’s exciting fleet modernisation and development are among the many reasons why school leavers are choosing to join the RAN.