Outgoing Chief of Joint Capabilities Lieutenant General John Frewen presents Chief of Joint Capabilities Lieutenant General Susan Coyle with the symbol of office at the Change of Command ceremony, Russell Offices, Canberra.
04 Jul 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Command change marks first female domain lead

Lieutenant General John Frewen has handed over the position of Chief of Joint Capabilities to Lieutenant General Susan Coyle.

Awards & recognition | Ceremonies & events
Lieutenant Hassan Ahmad from the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Reference Group with two members from the Pakistani Navy in Australia on exchange.
04 Jul 2024
Navy
News

Doubling down on diversity a strategic advantage

As Navy begins to double the size of its surface combatant fleet, there is a renewed focus on supporting its most important…

Capability & technology | People & service
Royal Australian Navy sailors work onboard HMNZS Manawanui with Royal New Zealand Navy sailors to repair a rigid-hulled inflatable boat.
04 Jul 2024
Navy
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Quick repair bolsters relationship

A collaborative effort between the Australian and New Zealand navies has strengthened ties during HMNZS Manawanui's visit to Sydney.

Alliances & relationships | Capability & technology
Members of the Service Attachés and Advisers Group Engagement Program during an industry visit to Axiom Precision Manufacturing in South Australia.
03 Jul 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Technologies shared with partners

Foreign military attachés visited Adelaide-based Defence bases and industry, exploring capabilities and emerging technologies.

Alliances & relationships | Capability & technology
Commander Australian Fleet Rear Admiral Christopher Smith presents Able Seaman Emma Storey with an award for winning the 2023 Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) VIC Essay Competition at Fleet Headquarters, Sydney. Photo: Able Seaman Lucinda Allanson
03 Jul 2024
Navy
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Saxophone sideline leads to essay encore

Able Seaman Musician Emma Storey turned a challenging injury into a remarkable academic achievement.

Awards & recognition | People & service
Royal Australian Navy sailors prepare food during the WA Hospitality Challenge at Irwin Barracks, Perth. Photos: Corporal Nakia Chapman.
03 Jul 2024
Navy, Army
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Sizzling success in WA Hospitality Challenge

The aroma of smoky barbecue filled the air during the third annual Western Australia Hospitality Challenge.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
HMAS Hobart conducts a replenishment at sea with JMSDF Hamana in the East China Sea as part of a Regional Presence Deployment. Photos: Leading Seaman Matthew Lyall
02 Jul 2024
Navy
News

Ships hook up to replenish

An Australian guided missile destroyer conducted a replenishment at sea with a Japanese ship for the first time.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
An Essendon player conducts a smoke walk during pre-season training camp at the RAN School of Survivability and Ship Safety, HMAS Cerberus.
02 Jul 2024
Navy
News

Bombers test sea survival skills

Essendon Football Club’s AFL Women’s team conducted a maritime-style, pre-season training camp at HMAS Cerberus.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
US Navy submarine tender USS Emory S. Land arrives at Fleet Base East, Sydney, as part of its Australia tour. Photo: Warrant Officer Shane Cameron
02 Jul 2024
Navy
News

US crew makes waves in Sydney

US Navy personnel have arrived in Sydney, ready to explore the city's iconic landmarks and participate in various community engagements.

Alliances & relationships | Community engagement
Delegates from the Pacific Defence Faith Forum enjoyed a week exploring how military chaplains across the South Pacific could support each other and work together.
02 Jul 2024
Navy, Army
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Inaugural faith forum inspires

Defence chaplains from across the South Pacific gathered in Auckland for the first Pacific Defence Faith Forum.

Alliances & relationships | Ceremonies & events
Leading Seaman Stephen Holmes during Defence touch football training.
02 Jul 2024
Navy
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Sailor reaches World Cup dream

Leading Seaman Stephen Holmes is representing Australia at the Touch Football World Cup in England during July.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Navy Clearance Diving Team Four after a successful boat lane clearance in Kauri Creek, Queensland.
01 Jul 2024
Navy
News

Divers perfect shore-based skills

Navy Clearance Diving Team Four switched from sea to shore for an annual explosive ordnance disposal exercise.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training