Operation ASTUTE: Image Gallery
| Santa visits Dominican Orphanage in Dili Australian and New Zealand troops from the International Stabilisation Force have had a long-established relationship with the Dominican Orphanage in Dili since arriving in May 2006. Through the efforts of the force's Military Police Section and the goodwill of the people of Singleton, NSW, Santa Claus visited the orphanage and handed out individual presents to each of the children there. (Date uploaded: 25 December - 08 images) View Gallery |
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| Temporary school the International Stabilisation Force built for locals The Timor-Leste Deputy Education Minister made a visit to the village of Aliambata to view a temporary school building that engineers from the International Stabilisation Force (ISF) have constructed to replace the original school which was burnt down in August 2007 during post election violence. (Date uploaded: 24 December - 09 images) View Gallery |
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| Traditional Maori powhiri Newly arrived soldiers from the New Zealand Army now in Timor Leste as part of the International Stabilisation Force (ISF) have formally received their Australian force commander - Brigadier John Hutcheson - with a traditional Maori powhiri at their headquarters in Dili. (Date uploaded: 24 December - 07 images) View Gallery |
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| Prime Minister visits Operation ASTUTE in Timor The newly-elected Prime Minister of Australia, Kevin Rudd, and Foreign Minister Stephen Smith, stopped off in Timor-Leste for a whirlwind tour. (Date uploaded: 17 December - 12 images) View Gallery |
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| UN Secretary Council visit to Phoenix Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 03 December - 04 images) View Gallery |
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| Patrol in the Western Districts Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 03 December - 05 images) View Gallery |
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| Patrol near Balibo Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 03 December - 07 images) View Gallery |
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| FACE concert at the Dominican Orphanage A group of Australian entertainers have had a gig of a different kind, performing at the Dominican Orphanage in Timor Leste. (Date uploaded: 03 December - 07 images) View Gallery |
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| Talented tourists entertain troops in Timor Australian entertainers have had the experience of a lifetime performing in front of soldiers in the fledgling nation of Timor Leste. Those on tour were the McClymonts, a country music group made up of sisters Brooke, Samantha and Mollie, as well as country music singer Amber Lawrence, comedian Troy Kinne and musician Daniel Lissing. (Date uploaded: 27 November - 08 images) View Gallery |
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| CDF and Secretary visit Timor Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 15 November - 04 images) View gallery |
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| Engineers fix basketball court International Stabilisation Force engineers were called to repair and restore a local Dili basketball court. The task entailed a general upgrade of the court, including repair to backing boards, repair to hoops and spraying line markings on the court. (Date uploaded: 12 November - 04 images) View gallery |
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| Remembrance Day in Dili Australian and New Zealand Defence Force personnel from the International Stabilisation Force in Timor Leste paused to honour the sacrifice of those who died in war at a special Remembrance Day service in the capital, Dili. (Date uploaded: 12 November - 05 images) View gallery |
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| Patrol in Baucau Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 31 October - 05 images) View gallery |
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| Repelling training for troops in Timor Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 31 October - 06 images) View gallery |
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| Aeromedical evacuation exercise Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 30 October - 06 images) View gallery |
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| ISF v UN cricket match in Dili Australian and New Zealand soldiers from the International Stabilisation Force (ISF) have beaten a UN cricket team in the latest clash of sporting skills held at Dili stadium. (Date uploaded: 29 October - 05 images) View gallery |
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| 7RAR patrol in central Dili A patrol made up of soldiers from the Darwin-based 7th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment seems unaffected by the heat as it makes its way in staggered formation, observing the area to screen for any signs of trouble. (Date uploaded: 26 October - 08 images) View gallery |
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| Soldiers train with Malaysian riot control unit in Timor Soldiers from Battle Group Samichon in Timor Leste have conducted routine training and cooperation with the United Nations’ Malaysian specialist riot control unit. (Date uploaded: 25 October - 06 images) View gallery |
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| New Battle Group on patrol in central Dili Soldiers from 4 Platoon, Bravo Company, Battle Group Samichon have been settling into their area of operations in central Dili since arriving in Timor Leste three weeks ago. (Date uploaded: 19 October - 07 images) View gallery |
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| Military Police patrol in Dili Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 10 October - 04 images) View gallery |
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| Weekly Auskick program Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 10 October - 04 images) View gallery |
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| Visit to Dili Police Watchhouse Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 10 October - 06 images) View gallery |
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| Townsville Battalion groups hand over in Timor The International Stabilisation Force (ISF) and 2nd Battalion, the Royal Australia Regiment (2 RAR) flags have been raised together to signify the rotation of Timor Leste Battle Group responsibilities during a small ceremony at the force’s headquarters at Camp Phoenix in Dili. (Date uploaded: 09 October - 03 images) View gallery |
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| Latest Images from Operation ASTUTE Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 21 September - 14 images) View gallery |
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| Latest Images from operation ASTUTE Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 12 September - 12 images) View gallery |
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| Orphanage in Dili Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 07 September - 05 images) View gallery |
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| Aviators in action in Timor-Leste Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 20 August - 07 images) View gallery |
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| The Defence Corporation Program - Residential compound phase 2 The Defence Corporation Program in Timor-Leste is a commitment by the Australian government and the ADF to help to develop a capable and sustainable Timorese Defence force. There are currently 20 ADF personnel deployed to Timor Leste as part of the program. (Date uploaded: 20 August - 01 images) View gallery |
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| 1RAR Band on song across Timor Members of the Townsville-based band of the 1st Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment, have spent the past three weeks in Timor Leste playing a crucial role supporting the goodwill campaign promoting the International Stabilisation Force (ISF) message of peace and prosperity across the island. (Date uploaded: 16 August - 07 images) View gallery |
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| Corporal Jones memorial service On Thursday, 09August 2007, members of the International Stabilisation Force honoured the memory of Corporal Stuart 'Monsta' Jones at a memorial service in Raefun, about ten kilometres from the West Timor border in Timor Leste. (Date uploaded: 16 August - 06 images) View gallery |
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| Soldiers patrol eastern districts in Timor Soldiers from the 1st Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment react to the escalating threat of violence in the eastern districts of Timor-Leste. (Date uploaded: 16 August - 08 images) View gallery |
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| Soldiers provide security during riots in Dili Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Defence Force's (ADF) contribution to the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace and stability to their country. (Date uploaded: 16 August - 04 images) View gallery |
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| Band of brothers providing Timor Peace Four soldiers who joined the Army together and trained together are now serving in Timor Leste together as part of the Australian Government response to the Timorese Government request for assistance in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 07 August - 02 images) View gallery |
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| Latest images from Operation ASTUTE Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 07 August - 02 images) View gallery |
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| Latest images from Operation ASTUTE A love of AFL football has seen one soldier serving with the International Stabilisation Force in Timor Leste take the initiative and introduce AUSKICK to the country. The aim of the clinics is to provide a new sporting outlet to Timorese children while strengthening the ties between the Australian troops and the local community. (Date uploaded: 07 August - 11 images) View gallery |
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| Prime Minister visits Operation ASTUTE Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 30 July - 05 images) View gallery |
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| ISF v UN cricket match The International Stabilisation Force (ISF) defeated the United Nations (UN) in the inaugural cricket match held at Dili Stadium on Sunday, 22 July 2007. (Date uploaded: 26 July - 04 images) View gallery |
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| Latest Images from Operation ASTUTE Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 16 July - 15 images) View gallery |
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| Latest Images from Operation ASTUTE Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 16 July - 20 images) View gallery |
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| Reservists step up in Timor On Op ASTUTE there is no distinction between Reserves and regulars. Five per cent of the 1 RAR-based battle group is drawn from the Reserves, and at JTF Headquarters this figure is an impressive 26 per cent; thus the provision of capability provided by Reserve forces is a significant 12 per cent. (Date uploaded: 06 July - 04 images) View gallery |
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| 50 calibre machine gun training Sergeant Clive Clarkson, the Troop Sergeant from the Townsville-based B Squadron 3rd/4th Cavalry Regiment conducts a pre-firing safety brief for members of the Timor-Leste Defence Force (F-FDTL) which includes Lieutenant Colonel Mua Nana (right), Major Ular (centre) and Soldier Elizio Da Costa Pereira prior to a 50 calibre machine gun firing serial from Australian M113A1 Armoured Personnel Carriers on a beach in Motaikun, East Timor. (Date uploaded: 27 June - 20 images) View gallery |
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| Engineers make a difference in Baucau The Australian-led International Stabilisation Forces are continuing to work hand-in-hand with the Timorese community in the District of Baucau Timor-Leste. (Date uploaded: 21 June - 08 images) View gallery |
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| Visit to Balibo Members of the Australian led International Stabilisation Forces (ISF), Timor-Leste participated in the Inauguration of the Primary School, funded by nuns working with the Mary Mackillop foundation, in the District of Balibo. The community of Goublin welcomed the ISF delegation headed by Chaplain Charles Vesely and Captain Peter Allen with a series of traditional Timorese ceremonies. (Date uploaded: 20 June - 05 images) View gallery |
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| Chief of Army visits Operation ASTUTE The Chief of Army, Lieutenant General Peter Leahy, visited the members of the Australian Defence Force serving as part of Operation ASTUTE in Dili, Timor-Leste. The Chief of Army was accompanied the Regimental Sergeant Major of the Army, Warrant Officer Kevin Woods, and other members of Army Headquarters. (Date uploaded: 18 June - 06 images) View gallery |
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| Golf Company patrols streets of Dili International Stabilisation Forces (ISF) are conducting security operations in all the districts of Timor-Leste in coordination with the Government of Timor-Leste and The United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT) to ensure a secure and safe environment for the conduct of the general elections. (Date uploaded: 15 June - 07 images) View gallery |
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| Armoured personnel carriers in Timor The type of Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) supporting security operations in East Timor is the M113-M1 APC. This APC has been in service with the ADF for more than 40 years. This vehicle type has been in theatres such as Vietnam Somalia, East Timor and other parts of the world. (Date uploaded: 12 June - 05 images) View gallery |
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| Anzac Battle Group's operational movers The movement of personnel deploying to Operation ASTUTE is coordinated with great precision by two groups involved in the process. These are the Coalition Movement Coordination Centre (CMCC) and the ANZAC Battle Group Operational Movers. (Date uploaded: 05 June - 05 images) View gallery |
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| Soldiers meet local children in Timor Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 01 June - 10 images) View gallery |
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| Timor-Leste Defence Force training in Northern Territory Several serving members of the Timor-Leste Defence Force (F-FDTL) are parading at NORFORCE at Darwin's Larrakeyah Barracks for a basic exposure to the Australian Army. (Date uploaded: 24 May - 03 images) View gallery |
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| UAV accident in Dili An Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) used as part of normal security operations had a forced landing in Dili on 03 May 07 due to technical faults. (Date uploaded: 10 May - 02 images) View gallery |
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| Operation ASTUTE - vehicle check points Private Peter Campbell (foreground) and Private Nathan Cooper, both from Townsville-based 1st Battalion Royal Australian Regiment, as part of the Anzac Battle Group, search commuters from a bus with metal detectors at one of the vehicle check points around Dili. (Date uploaded: 09 May - 12 images) View gallery |
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| Ballot paper distribution in Timor Leste The Government of Timor Leste and United Nations election officials work with Australian International Stabilisation Force troops to load a Black Hawk helicopter with vital ballots destined for some of the country’s most isolated polling stations in the eastern province of Lautem. (Date uploaded: 09 May - 25 images) View gallery |
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| On patrol in Dili Members of Joint Task Force 631 and the Australian Embassy, Dili, recently visited the village of Cairui, Manatuto, Timor-Leste. They took this opportunity to present the children with paper, books and other educational and sporting materials and joined in a friendly game of soccer with the local community. (Date uploaded: 04 May - 13 images) View gallery |
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| On patrol in Dili These soldiers from Charlie Company of the 1st Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment - have like the rest of their colleagues from the ANZAC Battle Group been providing a round the clock presence throughout Dili. Their role as part of the International Stabilisation Force is to provide a secure environment in which the East Timorese people have been able to confidently exercise their right to vote in the new nation's first independent Presidential elections. The work is hot and at times unpredictable, but hard and constant patrolling is allowing the troops to build strong and effective relationships with the East Timorese and re-build local confidence on the streets. (Date uploaded: 01 May - 09 images) View gallery |
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| Armoured Personnel Carrier at Sagres The Australian troops serving with the International Stabilisation Forces (ISF) in Timor Leste visited the PNTL to demonstrate some of their equipment capabilities as part of strengthening their working relationship. (Date uploaded: 01 May - 04 images) View gallery |
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| On patrol around Dili Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 17 April - 15 images) View gallery |
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| Sparrow Force memorial Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 16 April - 03 images) View gallery |
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| On patrol around Dili Members from the 16th Air Defence Regiment, Golf Company, as part of the Anzac Battle Group prepare themselves for the commencement of a patrol at one of the market places around Dili. (Date uploaded: 10 April - 20 images) View gallery |
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| Images from Operation ASTUTE The Government of Timor Leste and United Nations election officials work with Australian International Stabilisation Force troops to load a Blackhawk helicopter with vital ballots destined for some of the country’s most isolated polling stations in the eastern province of Lautem. (Date uploaded: 10 April - 05 images) View gallery |
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| Security checkpoints International Stabilisation Forces (ISF) are conducting security operations in all the districts of Timor-Leste in coordination with the Government of Timor-Leste and The United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT) to ensure a secure and safe environment for the conduct of the general elections. ISF current operations have been boosted in the districts to support the election registration and campaign process. This important process is progressing well. (Date uploaded: 05 April - 16 images) View gallery |
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| Brigadier Rerden visits Timor-Leste Police Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 02 April - 03 images) View gallery |
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| Security by ADF personnel ahead of election Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 02 April - 04 images) View gallery |
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| Community Liaison Members of Joint Task Force 631(JTF 631) continue to work closely with the local residents and foster security and stability through positive community interaction. This aspect is crucial for the ongoing success of the operations in Timor-Letse and it offers a rewarding experience for the JTF 631 members. (Date uploaded: 02 April - 05 images) View gallery |
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| Change of command parade Lieutenant Colonel Andrew Gallaway took command of the ANZAC Battle Group at a change of command parade held at Camp Phoenix, Dili on 25 Mar 07. The parade’s reviewing officer, Brigadier Mal Rerden, Commander International Stabilisation Forces, thanked the outgoing ANZAC Battle Group soldiers, and emphasised the crucial role that the incoming personnel, will play in the security and stability of Timor-Leste during their six month tour of duty. (Date uploaded: 25 March - 07 images) View gallery |
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| Gunners on patrol in Dili Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 22 March - 16 images) View gallery |
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| 1 RAR on patrol in Dili The new rotation of Australian soldiers from 1st Battalion Royal Australian Regiment on their first patrol in Dili after taking over security duties in Timor-Leste from the outgoing 6th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment. (Date uploaded: 21 March - 03 images) View gallery |
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| 1 RAR arrival in Dili The new rotation of Australian soldiers from 1st Battalion Royal Australian Regiment touched down in Dili’s International Airport to take over security duties in Timor-Leste from the outgoing 6th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment. (Date uploaded: 21 March - 07 images) View gallery |
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| Becora Prison Gunners of the 16th Air Defence Regiment on duty in Dili's Becora Prison. They are responsible for maintaining security at the front access entry and providing security for the Becora Prison Staff. (Date uploaded: 21 March - 03 images) View gallery |
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| Timor gangs' weapon of choice ADF personnel serving in Timor -Leste have quickly adapted personal protection equipment designed to defeat modern small-arms and fragmentation threats to the more traditional weapon systems that emerge during periods of gang violence. (Date uploaded: 14 March - 07 images) View gallery |
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| 1st Battalion Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR) arrives in Timor-Leste Elements of the advanced party for 1st Battalion Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR) rotation into Timor-Leste landed at Dili's International Airport. The group also contained members from the supporting elements such as engineering and aviation detachments. (Date uploaded: 12 March - 10 images) View gallery |
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| On patrol during the wet season After a period of unrest in the streets of Dili, the combined efforts of the ADF and the United Nations Police Force have returned the city to normality. The wet season has arrived in Dili and this operation was conducted in the wet and humid conditions. (Date uploaded: 08 March - 14 images) View gallery |
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| Samè security restored by ISF Two days after International Stabilisation Forces (ISF) security operations in Samè, the town and its residents are getting back to their normal routines. The ISF and the United Nations Police are providing security to the area. The citizens of Samè welcome the presence of the ISF and the usual Tuesday markets are shown continuing as normal. (Date uploaded: 06 March - 12 images) View gallery |
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| Military Working Dog detachment in Timor-Leste The members from the Military Working Dog detachment in Timor-Leste play a crucial role in the security operations of the country. The handler and dog teams work as a single unit and rely on each other during operations. Their contribution is rightfully described as a 'Force Multiplier' as they can significantly magnify the efficiency of patrols on security duties such as patrols, crowd control and searches. (Date uploaded: 02 March - 06 images) View gallery |
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| Awareness leaflets for the Timor Leste Elections Throughout the upcoming Timor-Leste elections, members of the Joint Task Force 631, Operation ASTUTE will continue to work closely with the Government of Timor-Leste and the United Nations Police (UNPOL) to preserve the integrity of the election process and in particular the important role of security in achieving this goal. (Date uploaded: 27 February - 11 images) View gallery |
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| Civil and Military Cooperation Visit to IDP Camp Members of Joint Task Force 631 Operation ASTUTE, Civil and Military Cooperation (CIMIC) team had the opportunity to visit ISMAIK, one of the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in the outskirts of Dili, Timor-Leste. (Date uploaded: 26 February - 09 images) View gallery |
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| Images from Operation ASTUTE A team from the Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) is conducting an initial scoping visit to Timor Leste. The purpose of the visit is to determine the feasibility of establishing an Operational Analysis Team as part of the Joint Task Force 631, Operation ASTUTE. (Date uploaded: 26 February - 07 images) View gallery |
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| Coalition movement centre The team at the Coalition Movement Coordination Centre (CMCC) is hard at work in Timor-Leste making sure our soldiers and their equipment can travel safely. The detachment from 1st Joint Movement Control Office, working as part of the International Stabilisation Forces, is responsible for moving approximately 300 personnel per month in support of Operation ASTUTE. (Date uploaded: 21 February - 09 images) View gallery |
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| Memorial in the town of Balibo Timor-Leste A delegation from the 6th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment (6 RAR), headed by Lieutenant Colonel Scott Goddard, paid their respects at a memorial in the town of Balibo Timor-Leste. The memorial reflects the contribution by the Royal Australian Regiment, to the independence of the nation of Timor-Leste and this visit re-affirmed the commitment by the Australian Defence Force to support the Timorese in their path to a peaceful and democratic country. (Date uploaded: 21 February - 07 images) View gallery |
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| Balibar school Members from the ANZAC Battle Group's Regimental Police section headed by, Lance Corporal Lance Smolders, conducted a community engagement visit to the Balibar Primary School in Dili, Timor-Leste. The school was built by the Rotary Club of Australia. (Date uploaded: 21 February - 10 images) View gallery |
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| Anzac Battle Group provide security to UNMIT's Obrigado headquarters, Dili As part of the 26 January security arrangements signed between the UN and Australia, Anzac Battle Group troops have taken over protective duties of UNMIT's Obrigado headquarters from the Bangladeshi police.Australian troops and East Timorese security officers are working side-by-side to ensure that UNMIT staff are able to carry out their functions in a secure environment. (Date uploaded: 12 February - 07 images) View gallery |
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| A day in the life of the members at the Gleno detachment A day in the life of the members serving at the Gleno detachment, Timor-Leste, is filled with a variety of rewarding activities. These include a balanced mix of community-engagement and security activities such as organised sporting games, vehicle mounted/ foot patrols and vehicle check points. (Date uploaded: 12 February - 12 images) View gallery |
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| >Close-quarter combat training drills Members of the Regimental Police (RP) section deployed as part of the ANZAC Battle group, Timor-Leste, conducting close quarter combat training drills in an abandoned building in Timor-Leste. (Date uploaded: 12 February 2007- 05 images) View gallery |
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| Upcoming Presidential elections in Timor-Leste Members of Joint Task Force 631, Operation ASTUTE, conducted a site survey of all the regional electoral offices for the upcoming Presidential elections in Timor-Leste. (Date uploaded: 01 February - 08 images) View gallery |
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| Vice Chief of the Defence Force visits soldiers deployed in Timor-Leste The Vice Chief of the Defence Force Lieutenant General Ken Gillespie, AO, DSC, CSM visited soldiers deployed on Operation ASTUTE, Timor-Leste. He took the opportunity to convey a message of support from the Australian community to the soldiers. (Date uploaded: 30 January - 08 images) View gallery |
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| NCOs participate in training course in Timor Leste Training does not stop for Australian soldiers serving in Timor-Leste. Non-commissioned Officers (NCOs) from the ANZAC Battle Group participated in the Supervisor Infantry Operations Section course in the region of Metinaro, Timor Leste. The live-fire range phase of the course prepares NCOs to act as safety officers on any range firing practice conducted by the Army. This is an important component of the professional development of all soldiers. (Date uploaded: 30 January - 03 images) View gallery |
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| Colonel Commandant, Major General Jim Connolly visits troops in Dili The Royal Australian Regiment's Colonel Commandant, Major General Jim Connolly, AO, CSC (Ret'd), visited Australian soldiers deployed in Timor Leste on Operation ASTUTE. (Date uploaded: 30 January - 05 images) View gallery |
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| Visual morse code training Seaman Communication Information System Megan O'Donohue assists in the training of visual signals by morse code, with the use of a ten inch Signal Lamp, to Phase II Seamanship Officer Midshipman Ryan Pidduck onboard HMAS TOBRUK, during the ships South East Asian and South West Pacific Deployment 2006. (Date uploaded: 05 June 2006 - 12 images) View Gallery |
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| Celebrating Australia Day at Sao Miguel Primary School, Dili Australian servicemen and women serving on Operation ASTUTE, this 26th of January, took a moment to reflect on the spirit of our great nation and celebrated in their own way. (Date uploaded: 30 January - 05 images) View gallery |
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| Latest images from Operation ASTUTE Operation ASTUTE is the Australian Government's response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country. (Date uploaded: 25 January - 10 images) View gallery |
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| Don Bosco Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp Members of Joint Task Force 631, Operation ASTUTE, visited the Don Bosco Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp and joined in a friendly basketball game with the local residents. This particular IDP camp has more than 5000 residents. (Date uploaded: 25 January - 05 images) View gallery |
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| UNPOL National Operations Centre, Timor Leste Joint Task Force 631 liaison officers, working at the United Nations Police (UNPOL) National Operations Centre, Timor Leste, play an important role in coordinating the overall security activities of the country. They provide the crucial communication link between the UNPOL and the International Security Forces to ensure that tasks are conducted in accordance with the overall mission. (Date uploaded: 25 January - 04 images) View gallery |
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| First instructions at Dili airport The Army's newest infantry graduates have touched down in Dili, Timor-Leste to take their place as part of the ANZAC Battle Group on Operation ASTUTE. (Date uploaded: 23 January - 09 images) View gallery |
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| Installation of SATCOM terminal Members from 110 Signal Squadron, install a satellite communications terminal to provide communication services for Joint Task Force 631 at Camp Phoenix, Dili. (Date uploaded: 19 January - 07 images) View gallery |
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| Ms World Runner-up visits troops during Operation ASTUTE (L-R) Private David Deitz (6 RAR), Ms Caroline Penberton (Miss NSW), Ms Sabrina Houssami ( Miss Asia Pacific ) and Lance Corporal David Espuis (6 RAR). (Date uploaded: 17 January - 08 images) View gallery |
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| Latest images from Operation ASTUTE Members of the Postal Office (AFPO 5) team Timor-Leste. Their role involves processing all mail coming in and out of the Area of Operations ensuring that all soldiers get their mail adding to the morale of the deployed personnel. (Date uploaded: 17 January - 06 images) View gallery |
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| Latest images from Operation ASTUTE Lieutenant Rebecca Marlow defends her position on the court during a game of basketball against Saint Joseph's College Dili. (Date uploaded: 17 January - 06 images) View gallery |
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| Patrolling the streets of Bebonok Private David Ledger from 6th Batallion Royal Australian Regiment leads 2 Section from 7 Platoon, Charlie Company through the streets of Bebonok, Dili. (Date uploaded: 17 January - 07 images) View gallery |
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| Latest images from Operation ASTUTE Padre Lyall Cowell and Mr Daniel Gilfillan (community and administration co-ordinator) with two children Alex and Eduardo learning basic computer skills at the centre. (Date uploaded: 16 January - 05 images) View gallery |
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| Grand opening of Bebonuk School in Dili (L-R) Warrant Officer Class 2 Pat Hall, Lieutenant Richard Thapthimthong and Major Lucas Saunders from 6th Batallion Royal Australian Regiment Charlie Company chat to committee members at the grand opening of Bebonuk School in Dili. (Date uploaded: 12 January - 06 images) View gallery |
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| Quick reaction force drills during Operation ASTUTE (L-R) Private (PTE) Kerry Corney from Brisbane and PTE Jimmy Cole from the Gold Coast during quick reaction force drills in readiness to assist UN Police with security during Operation ASTUTE. (Date uploaded: 10 January - 03 images) View gallery |
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| Latest images from Operation ASTUTE Sapper Trevor Connor from Hobart applies his skills as an electrician while on deployment with the Anzac Battle Group on Operation ASTUTE Timor-Leste. (Date uploaded: 09 January - 04 images) View gallery |
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