DRY-EYED: LAC Warren Richards from RAAF Base Amberley slices onions at the Rockhampton Force Maintenance Area’s mess during Exercise Talisman Saber. The kitchen operated around-the-clock to cater for the Australian and US forces involved in the exercise.

Photo by CPL Michael Davis

PASSING THANKS: CAF AIRMSHL Geoff Shepherd thanks AIRCDRE Phil Byrne, Chair of the Defence Health Board, for its ongoing support to Air Force rugby league, while rugby league representative FSGT Aaron Smith looks on during a formal function in Canberra.

Photo by WOFF Dave Pang

TOP EFFORT: CPL Michelle Rubie from HSF at RAAF Base Darwin had her outstanding efforts recognised when AVM Tony Austin presented her with the HSF ‘Boss’s Shield’ during his recent visit. The shield is presented to a health staff member who has displayed outstanding team work and dedication throughout the year.

Photo courtesy of HSF

ENGAGING: Commandant of the Australian Defence College, BRIG Brian Dawson, presents reservist WGCDR Geoff Farrell with the Australian Defence Medal.

Photo courtesy of ADC

ARRESTING: CPL Robert Perkins, a ground maintenance engineer from 322CSS, mans the arrestor cable rewind unit in the south-eastern pit installation at RAAF Base Townsville during Exercise Talisman Saber.

Photo by LACW Melina Mancuso