Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles, UK Secretary of State for Defence John Healey, and US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III address the media in the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich, UK.
03 Oct 2024
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Preparing for a new landmark treaty

On the third anniversary of the signing of the AUKUS agreement, historic talks have been held in the UK.

Alliances & relationships | Capability & technology
Commander Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2024 Commodore Michael Harris waves as HMAS Perth berths alongside Sattahip Naval Base Dockyard in Chon Buri, Thailand.
03 Oct 2024
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Committed to deepening regional partnerships

Australia’s longstanding friendship with Thailand was strengthened through HMAS Perth's recent port visit to Sattahip.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
From November 1, Leading Seaman Miette Ireland-Johnston will be completing daily fitness exercises to raise money for the Legacy Challenge to support veterans’ affected families.
03 Oct 2024
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Sailor steps up for Legacy

Leading Seaman Miette Ireland-Johnston commits to exercises for 11 days to support the inaugural Legacy Challenge.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
The state-based Employer Support Awards recognise civilian employers committed to supporting ADF reservists in their workplace.
03 Oct 2024
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Musical win at SA Employer Support Awards

Defence celebrated with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra at a recent awards ceremony for employers of reservists.

Awards & recognition | People & service
Philippine Navy Chief Petty Officer Zenel Goc shares a laugh with her counterparts during the ADF – Armed Forces of the Philippines senior enlisted leaders forum in Manila.
02 Oct 2024
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International perspective on the art of recruitment

A three-man team of ADF career managers briefed senior enlisted personnel from the Philippines as part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ship JS Sazanami sails behind Royal New Zealand Navy ship HMNZS Aotearoa, centre, while conducting a dual replenishment at sea with HMAS Sydney, left, and USS Howard, right, during a maritime cooperative activity in the South China Sea.
02 Oct 2024
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Back in Black in the deep blue

AC/DC's Back in Black played on board HMAS Sydney as it participated in a cooperative activity in the South China Sea.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
HMAS Perth crew participate in an AFL game with members of Singapore Cricket Club at the Dempsey Field during the ship’s visit to Sembawang, Singapore, as part of a regional presence deployment.
02 Oct 2024
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Perth takes to the sporting field in Singapore

HMAS Perth crew participated in a series of sporting events in Singapore, fostering international relationships through friendly competition.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Leading Aircraftwoman Courtney Allibon passes the ball during a basketball game against an Armed Forces of Philippines side during Indo-Pacific Endeavour at Camp Aguinaldo, Philippines.
01 Oct 2024
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Basketball thrillers in Manila

ADF basketball teams take on Philippine counterparts as part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Commander IPE24 Commodore Michael Harris greets officials from the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces at the Ream Naval Base during HMAS Perth's visit to Sihanoukville, Cambodia.
01 Oct 2024
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Maintaining regional peace and prosperity

During Indo-Pacific Endeavour, HMAS Perth visited Sihanoukville, fostering cooperation between the Australian Navy and Cambodian Armed Forces.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Aircrewman Leading Seaman James Neville on the flight deck as HMAS Sydney’s embarked MH-60R helicopter “Phoenix” prepares for flying operations as the ship is deployed on Operation Argos.
01 Oct 2024
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Flying through Op Argos

Seahawk helicopter aircrewman Leading Seaman James Neville helps monitor and deter illegal ship-to-ship transfers during Operation Argos.

Operations & missions | People & service
Captain Emma McDonald-Kerr talks with participants of the humanitarian assistance and disaster relief tabletop Exercise as part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2024 in the Philippines.
30 Sep 2024
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Strengthening disaster preparedness

Representatives from Australian and Philippine agencies have discussed their civil-military preparedness and response to major disasters.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
HMAS Perth's Leading Seaman Joshua Paynter, left, and Able Seaman Aidan Judd visit Kanchanaburi War Cemetery in Thailand during a regional presence deployment.
30 Sep 2024
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Connected stories a powerful reminder

HMAS Perth reinforced its long-standing relationship with Thailand during a recent port visit as part of a regional presence deployment.

Alliances & relationships | Commemoration & history