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Chief Petty Officer Anita van der Meer fought for the rights of gay and lesbian members in Defence. Photo: Corporal Jacob Joseph
01 Nov 2022
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

ADF's three decades of pride

In 1992, Chief Petty Officer Anita van der Meer was threatened with dismissal.

People & service
1 Security Forces Squadron logistic section celebrating their squadron's 80th anniversary. Photo: Aircraftman Bailey Morgan-Brinkworth
01 Nov 2022
Air Force
News

80 years spent protecting the nation

1 Security Forces Squadron recently celebrated its 80th anniversary at RAAF Base Williamtown.

People & service
Technicians having a round-table discussion during the Air Force Women’s Technician Convocation hosted by the Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group in Canberra. Photo: Leading Aircraftman Adam Abela
01 Nov 2022
Air Force
News

Empowering the female leaders of tomorrow

More than 100 aviators got their voices heard at the inaugural Air Force Women’s Technician Convocation in Canberra.

People & service
RAAF loadmaster Corporal Amanda Wintle, left, and pilot Flight Lieutenant Peter Wuttke from 35 Squadron conduct pre-flight checks on a C-27J Spartan aircraft at Pohnpei International Airport. Photos: Leading Aircraftman Sam Price
01 Nov 2022
Air Force
News

Helping Pacific partners fight illegal fishing

The ADF demonstrated its commitment to enhancing regional security in the Pacific by providing aerial maritime surveillance support.

Alliances & relationships
An Australian Army Bushmaster is loaded onto a RAAF C-17A Globemaster III during Exercise Ram Stallion at RAAF Base Amberley, Queensland. Photo: Corporal Nicole Dorrett
01 Nov 2022
Army, Air Force
News

Exercise demonstrates joint operation capabilities

A motorised combat team of Army soldiers were airlifted from RAAF Base Amberley as part of Exercise Ram Stallion.

Capability & technology
A screen grab from the student short film The Soft Skinned, screening at the 2022 Veterans Film Festival.
01 Nov 2022
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Sydney debut for Veterans Film Festival

The Veterans Film Festival will showcase films ranging from documentaries to thrillers, starring big names such as Sam Worthington.

Ceremonies & events
464 Squadron public affairs officers, Flight Lieutenants Kate Davis, left, and Steffi Blavius donate blood at a Red Cross Lifeblood Donation Centre in Melbourne as part of the Defence Blood Challenge. Photo: Supplied
31 Oct 2022
Air Force
News

A public affair to save lives

Flight Lieutenants Steffi Blavius and Kate Davis jumped at the opportunity to spread the word and save lives through the Defence Blood Challenge.

People & service
Warrant Officer Sean McClure standing with Australia’s Acting High Commissioner to London, Lynette Wood, with his Medal of the Order of Australia.
31 Oct 2022
Air Force
News

Flying high, an extraordinary career awarded

One of the ADF's most qualified remotely piloted aerial system sensor operators and instructors is acknowledged for his outstanding work.

People & service
Flight Sergeant Gail Blizzard is a breast cancer survivor who is passionate about raising funds for cancer research. She organised the Pink Ribbon drive-through breakfast event held at RAAF Base Williamtown, NSW. Photo: Corporal Melina Young
31 Oct 2022
Air Force
News

Passionate advocate leads Pink Ribbon fundraiser

When Flight Sergeant Gail Blizzard was diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer, she was not ready to leave her nine-year-old son without a mother.…

People & service
Air Academy Instructor Flight Lieutenant Mel Picton, left, and Australian Women Pilots Association members Hannah Potter, Cathy Eccles and Peta Denham Harvey during a recent visit to RAAF Base East Sale.
28 Oct 2022
Air Force
News

Scholarship gives young woman wings

A 19-year-old from Essendon is going places thanks to a scholarship sponsored by Air Force.

People & service
Australian Defence Force Academy trainee officers help garden and clean the backyard of a Canberra community member for the Canberra Youth Residential Service. Photo: Flight Lieutenant Nicole Beames
28 Oct 2022
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

ADF provides support to vulnerable community

ADF personnel demonstrated the value of service by providing support to vulnerable members of the local Canberra community.

People & service
Members of the Service Attachés and Advisers Group tour RAAF Base Amberley in Brisbane as part of their engagement program.
27 Oct 2022
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Brisbane bases and industry in the spotlight

The Service Attachés and Advisers Group concluded this year’s program with a trip to Defence bases and industry sites.

Capability & technology
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