06 Feb 2026 Navy News Swapping the Union Jack for a cork hat and thongs A former Royal Navy sailor jumps ship and becomes an Australian citizen. 06 Feb 2026 Navy News Naval officer reaches new milestone Lieutenant Charlotte Flower achieves a qualification she has worked towards for six years. 04 Feb 2026 Air Force News Award celebrates inspiring leadership Flight Lieutenant Patricia Brazel is awarded the Belinda McGowan Memorial Award. 04 Feb 2026 Navy News A sailor's proud homecoming An Australian Navy sailor returns to Jakarta, where his Indonesian family see him on active service for the first time. 03 Feb 2026 Navy News Navy leader marks historic promotion Captain Rose Apikotoa, Royal Australian Navy, becomes the first Australian of Tongan heritage promoted to captain. 03 Feb 2026 Navy News A long life of remarkable service From 13 to 90 years of age, the late Rear Admiral (retd) Rothesay Swan dedicated his life to the Royal Australian Navy. 03 Feb 2026 Navy News The same name but his own game Lieutenant Nathan Laver may not have made tennis his career like great-uncle Rod, but he can play. 02 Feb 2026 Army News Royal surprise for signaller of the year Signaller Wikitoria Kirkby goes from farm life to being named Army's signaller of the year.