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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
Australian Defence Vessel Reliant alongside at Betio Port in Kiribati to unload disaster relief stores. Photo: Lieutenant Commander BJ Glover
01 Nov 2022
Navy
News

Partnerships in the Pacific

Australian Defence Vessel Reliant delivered humanitarian assistance and disaster relief stores as part of the response to drought in Kiribati.

Relief & assistance
Leading Seaman Henry Liang and Able Seaman Lynton Robbins play traditional instruments during the recording of a music clip for Japan’s 29th International Fleet Review. Photo: Leading Seaman Jarryd Capper
01 Nov 2022
Navy
News

Cultural tribute keeps friends in tune

Australia’s partnership with Japan has been highlighted through music, in an unusual demonstration on Sydney Harbour.

Alliances & relationships
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
HMAS Stalwart, left, conducts a replenishment at sea with Philippine Navy ship BRP José Rizal during Exercise Sama Sama Lumbas. Photo: Lieutenant Commander Karleah Fitzpatrick
31 Oct 2022
Navy
News

Partnerships strengthened in Sulu Sea exercise

Navy ships from five nations, including HMA Ships Hobart and Stalwart, completed a joint exercise in the Philippines.

Alliances & relationships
Auxiliary oiler replenishment vessel HMAS Stalwart enters Tibar Bay Port in Dili, Timor-Leste, as part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2022. Photo: Petty Officer Jake Badior
31 Oct 2022
Navy, Army
News

Visit to Timor-Leste a time for reflection

Brigadier Malcolm Wells had the opportunity to reflect on his first deployment to Timor-Leste, more than 20 years ago.

Alliances & relationships
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
Flight Commander Lieutenant Commander Thomas Craig talks with guests from the Australian Embassy in Manila, Philippines, during a tour of HMAS Hobart while berthed in Manila Bay. Photos: Leading Seaman Daniel Goodman
28 Oct 2022
Navy
News

Embassy staff wowed by warship tour

Staff members and their families from the Australian Embassy in Manila had the unique opportunity to tour HMAS Hobart.

Alliances & relationships
Officials from the Philippines Government attend Australian-run maritime security workshop as part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2022 in Manila, Philippines. Photo: Corporal Brandon Grey
28 Oct 2022
Navy
News

Legal officers chart course in the Philippines

Legal experts from the Royal Australian Navy conducted a maritime security workshop with officials in Manila.

Alliances & relationships
Australian Defence Force and German Navy members walk along the flight deck of HMAS Adelaide during Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2022. Photo: Leading Seaman Sittichai Sakonpoonpol
27 Oct 2022
Navy
News

Germans soak up Aussie experience

German Navy members on HMAS Adelaide say the food’s fantastic, fitness is prioritised and the Aussies are friendly.

Alliances & relationships
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
Maritime Logistics Chef Able Seaman Daniel Crowther prepares food in the galley on board HMAS Hobart during a regional presence deployment. Photo: Leading Seaman Daniel Goodman
27 Oct 2022
Navy
News

Navy chef turns up the heat

A Navy chef with diverse experience has integrated smoothly into a tight-knit chef team on board HMAS Hobart.

People & service
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