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RAAF aviation refueller, Leading Aircraftman Stephen Gannon (L) instructs US Marine Corps refuellers on the operation of Australian refuelling trucks at RAAF Base Williamtown, NSW. Photos: Corporal Craig Barrett
06 Jul 2023
Air Force
News

Refuelling international partnerships

United States Marine Corps refuellers were welcomed by Driver training officers from 96 Wing to RAAF Base Williamtown for essential training.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
2 Flight Training School trainee Pilot Officer Gabrielle Adamson takes Air Force Indigenous Youth Program participant Indiana Baines through the paces of a Pilatus PC-21 simulated flight at RAAF Base Pearce, WA. Photos: Flying Officer Michael Thomas
05 Jul 2023
Air Force
News

Students step into the shoes of aviators

Perth students were given an insight into a typical day in the life of an Air Force member.

Community engagement
Vanessa Trundle has broken the mould to become the only Indigenous woman to become Base Manager for Royal Australian Air Force Bases; Pearce, Learmonth, Curtin, the Harold E Holt Defence Precinct and Cocos Islands. Photo: Private Reece Oakes
05 Jul 2023
Air Force
News

If you can dream it you can be it

A child of the stolen generation, Air Force base manager Vanessa Trundle has followed her grandmother's advice and broken the mould. Now she is…

People & service
Rhan Hooper chats with Indigenous Liaison Officer, Flight Lieutenant Sarah Woods
05 Jul 2023
Army, Air Force
News

Defence links to indigenous artefact

Former AFL player Rhan Hooper showcases suspected World War 2-era Indigenous weapon during base visit.

Community engagement
Leading Aircraftswoman Jill Magno abseils down the side the side of a building
05 Jul 2023
Air Force
News

Overcoming fears out of the comfort zone

RAAF members abseiled down an office building to develop resilience and trust.

Exercises & training | Sports, health & wellbeing
17 Squadron firefighters assisted NTFRS where a freight train collided with a truck at a railway crossing in the town of Katherine, NT. Photo: Northern Territory Police, Fire and Emergency Services.
04 Jul 2023
Air Force
News

Tindal tames flames from train crash

When crisis struck, Air Force firefighters were quick to respond to a freight train colliding with a truck in the town of Katherine.

Relief & assistance
Chief of Joint Capabilities Lieutenant General John Frewen signs the Change in Command of Space Command document in front of Chief of Air Force Air Marshal Robert Chipman and Commander Defence Space Command Air Vice Marshal Cath Roberts. Photo: SGT Rodney Welch
03 Jul 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

A big day for the space domain

July 1 marked a significant day for Australia’s space domain and for the ADF’s first joint space unit. 

Capability & technology | Commemoration & history
Outgoing Air Commander Australia, Air Marshal Darren Goldie, left, and Incoming Air Commander Australia, Air Vice-Marshal Glen Braz, right, plant a tree after the change of command ceremony at RAAF Base Glenbrook. Photos: Leading Aircraftman Chris Tsakisiris
03 Jul 2023
Air Force
News

Changing of the guard at Air Command

Air Marshal Darren Goldie handed over the role of Air Commander Australia to Air Vice Marshal Glen Braz last month. 

Ceremonies & events
Leading Aircraftman David Skeen, 13 Squadron Chef, prepares food in the kitchen of the officers mess at RAAF Base Darwin in the Northern Territory. Photo: Sergeant Pete Gammie
03 Jul 2023
Air Force
News

The right ingredients for a good career

Leading Aircraftman David Skeen combines his passions for food and heritage by incorporating Indigenous food into the menu at RAAF Base Darwin.

People & service
Chief of the Defence Force General Angus Campbell congratulates Warrant Officer Ken Robertson on his new role.
03 Jul 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

New role gives personnel direct line to chief

Warrant Officer Ken Robertson has become the first Senior Enlisted Adviser to the Chief of the Defence Force.

People & service
Uncle Phillip Bowie and Aunty Fran Visini are the Navy Indigenous Development Program’s first Navy Indigenous Elders and provide cultural support for the recruits and staff at HMAS Cairns in Queensland. Photo: Lieutenant Commander Christopher Thornton
02 Jul 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Elders support, mentor, guide and inspire

NAIDOC Week acknowledges respected Defence Elders who strengthen links between Defence and Indigenous communities.

People & service
An Air Force Hawk 127 and F-35A Lightning II prepare to take off during Exercise High Sierra at RAAF Base Townsville in Queensland. Photos: LAC Ryan Howell
30 Jun 2023
Air Force
News

The best of the best back in action

Exercise High Sierra is back in Townsville airspace to graduate the latest F-35A Lightning II pilots after a two-year hiatus.

Exercises & training
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