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Able Seaman Musician Phillip Eden sounds the Last Post during a memorial service to mark the 81st anniversary of the sinking of HMAS Kuttabul at Garden Island, New South Wales. Photos: Leading Seaman Matthew Lyall
07 Jun 2023
Navy
News

Memorial service marks Sydney sub attack

On the evening of May 31, 1942, a distant war was delivered to Sydney’s doorstep.

Commemoration & history
Commanding Officer HMAS Launceston Lieutenant Commander Adrian Hicks leads ship’s company on parade during a decommissioning ceremony at HMAS Coonawarra, Darwin. Photos: Leading Seaman Leo Baumgartner
07 Jun 2023
Navy
News

Launny's crew bids emotional farewell

Ship’s company, VIPs and onlookers watched on as 15-year-old HMAS Launceston was decommissioned in Darwin.

Ceremonies & events
Warrant Officer Bentley, left, and Lieutenant Tyermann on board HMAS Toowoomba. Photo: Able Seaman Shaun Siltic
07 Jun 2023
Navy
News

The power of knowing your people

Warrant Officer Dennis Bentley credits the fatherly advice he received as a junior sailor for steering his life in the right direction.

People & service
Force preparation course instructor Petty Officer Rachel Lauchlan at Holsworthy Barracks, New South Wales. Photo: Leading Aircraftman Sam Price
06 Jun 2023
Navy
News

Sailor brings vital skills ashore

Petty Officer Rachel Lauchlan's move from a sea to land posting has given her a new perspective on her career.

People & service
Leading Seaman Marine Technician Ginger Pigot monitors HMAS Anzac’s machinery control room displays during a regional presence deployment. Photos: Leading Seaman Jarryd Capper
05 Jun 2023
Navy
News

Career on the move after gap year

Leading Seaman Marine Technician Ginger Pigot never looked back after her gap year in the Navy.

People & service
Military personnel from Australia, Indonesia and the United States disembark from a United States Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey at RAAF Base Darwin for Exercise Crocodile Response. Photo: Leading Seaman Leo Baumgartner
05 Jun 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Trilateral response to Top End "disaster"

Three nations practised their combined disaster relief skills in the Northern Territory and Indonesia.

Exercises & training
Navy clearance divers extract packages of cocaine found during a confined spaces dive inside a flooded ballast tank in the bulk carrier MV St Pinot while supporting law enforcement agencies.
05 Jun 2023
Navy
News

Navy divers assist with massive cocaine bust

Navy clearance divers have assisted in the seizure of about 800kg of cocaine with an estimated street value of $AUD320 million.

Operations & missions
Local indigenous cultural performers conduct a smoking ceremony during the Indigenous Veterans Commemoration at Hyde Park, Sydney. Photos: Leading Seaman Susan Mossop
02 Jun 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Memorial honours Indigenous service

Indigenous soldiers have been honoured for their sacrifice during an annual ceremony in Sydney’s Hyde Park.

Commemoration & history | People & service
 RAN Chaplain Simote Finau addresses students of the Kolisi Tonga College, during Operation Solania. Photos: Leading Aircraftman Chris Tsakisiris
02 Jun 2023
Navy
News

Chaplain values a Tongan homecoming

A Navy chaplain returned to his childhood school in Tonga to share his story.

People & service
Michael Nobes, a former Navy clearance diver, and his assistance dog Lola outside Russell Offices, Canberra, for a fundraising and awareness barbeque to support Defence Community Dogs. Photos: Corporal Jacob Joseph
31 May 2023
Navy
News

Veteran owes it all to man's best friend

PTSD almost destroyed Mick Nobes’ life, but a helping paw helped him turn things around.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Able Seaman Elly-May Mitchell represents her Indigenous heritage for Reconciliation week at HMAS Waterhen, NSW. Photo: Able Seaman Benjamin Ricketts.
29 May 2023
Navy
News

Schoolroom inspiration comes full circle

Growing up in a small country town, Seaman Elly-May Mitchell didn't have much chance to see the world. Then she joined the Navy.

Community engagement | People & service
Indigenous Elders from the Fitzroy Crossing community with RAAF Indigenous Liaison Officer, Flight Lieutenant Tramaine Dukes, during a smoking ceremony at Fitzroy Crossing in the Kimberley Region, WA.
25 May 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
Editorial

A contribution to be valued

The Indigenous Cultural Advisory Group is key to ensure First Nations voices are heard within the Australian Defence Force.

People & service
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