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Son Tien Trang Kim and Chi Crosskill touch and kiss the Grumman Tracker.
28 Apr 2021
Navy
News

An emotional reunion for survivors

A group of former Vietnamese ‘boat people’ were recently reunited with the Navy aircraft that took part in their rescue almost 40 years ago.

Alliances & relationships
George King, who turned 100 on Anzac Day, visiting the National Maritime Museum in Sydney.
28 Apr 2021
Navy
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Marking a century on Anzac Day

Former sailor in HMAS Bathurst George King had planned a quiet one for his 100th birthday on Anzac Day.

Commemoration & history
Lieutenant Sarah Rohweder reflects in front of the Roll of Honour at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. Photo: Leading Seaman Kayla Jackson
28 Apr 2021
Navy
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A day to remember

This year’s dawn service was unforgettable for one member, who stood next to her grandfather in her uniform for the first time on Anzac Day.

Commemoration & history
Sikh Gurdwara Perth youth coordinator Prabhjot Singh shows HMAS Stirling Commanding Officer Captain Gary Lawton how to tie a turban during Vaisakhi celebrations. Photo: Leading Seaman Ronnie Baltoft
28 Apr 2021
Navy
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Navy celebrates Vaisakhi

Vaisakhi was recently celebrated at HMAS Stirling with colourful traditional dresses, presentations and traditional food. 

People & service
Recruit Billy Winkler-Sheean is attending Recruit School at HMAS Cerberus in Victoria. Photo: James McDougall
27 Apr 2021
Navy
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Following in famous footsteps

Billy Winkler-Sheean said his connection to Ordinary Seaman Edward ‘Teddy’ Sheean VC played a part in his decision to join the Navy last month.

Commemoration & history
HMAS Coonawarra Officer Lieutenant Matt Dobrincic with students from Borroloola Primary School during Anzac Day community engagement.
27 Apr 2021
Navy
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Anzac Day in the Top End

On Anzac Day, sailors and officers from HMAS Coonawarra and its resident units visited remote areas of the NT.

Commemoration & history
Male crew members from HMAS Sydney compete in a push-up challenge against the US Navy at Pier 4 in San Diego, US.
27 Apr 2021
Navy
News

Strengthening international ties with push-ups

HMAS Sydney has won a novel title and strengthened ties with the United States Navy, thanks to the ability of crew members to do push-ups.

Alliances & relationships
Governor-General General (retd) David Hurley, centre, and his wife Linda Hurley present the 2020 Duke of Gloucester Cup to Commanding Officer HMAS Arunta Commander Anthony Nagle. Photo: Leading Seaman Richard Cordell
27 Apr 2021
Navy
News

Arunta the 'pride of the fleet'

One of Navy’s longest running and most prestigious awards, the Gloucester Cup, has been awarded to HMAS Arunta.

Capability & technology
Relatives of Ordinary Seaman Edward “Teddy” Sheean, VC prepare to lay a wreath at an Anzac Day Service in Latrobe, Tasmania. From left, Mr Andrew Jarvie, Mr Ted Sheean, Miss Bella Sheean and Mr Garry Ivory. Photo: Petty Officer Tom Gibson
25 Apr 2021
Navy
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Extra-ordinary seaman honoured on Anzac Day

More than 600 personnel joined in the commemoration to honour Ordinary Seaman Edward 'Teddy' Sheean.

Commemoration & history
The ship's company of HMAS Anzac conducts a Dawn Service in the South China Sea. Photo: Leading Seaman Thomas Sawtell
25 Apr 2021
Navy
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Dawn Service at sea

A Dawn Service was held aboard HMAS Anzac in the South China Sea on Anzac Day.

Commemoration & history
A Navy teddy is held by a child from the Vaucluse Cottage Childcare Centre in Sydney, during a Zoom call to sister preschools. Photo: Emma Wholihan
24 Apr 2021
Navy
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Watson shares Anzac history with pre-schoolers

Personnel from HMAS Watson talk to local children about Anzac Day.

Commemoration & history
Leading Seaman Elizabeth McCallum in front of HMAS Collins at Fleet Base West in Rockingham, WA. Photo: Leading Seaman Richard Cordell
24 Apr 2021
Navy
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Inspired by grandfather’s sacrifice

Unlike her father and grandfather's Army career Leading Seaman Elizabeth McCallum found her choice of career in the Navy. 

Commemoration & history
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