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HMAS Adelaide sails under the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Photo: Tara Morrison
16 Apr 2021
Navy
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Tight fit as Adelaide sails under iconic bridge

A highlight of a recent family day on board HMAS Adelaide was sailing under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, which was a navigational feat.

People & service
Warrant Officer Andrew O'Shea shows off his beard at Russell Offices, Canberra. Photo: Petty Officer Lee-Anne Cooper
16 Apr 2021
Navy
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Uncovering a hairy history

Beards have had a long association with sailors, and in recent years there has been a growth in all things beard-related.

Commemoration & history
HMAS Anzac band, Hodr's Knorr, performs on the ship's flight deck during a logistics visit to in Sembawang, Singapore. Photo: Leading Seaman Thomas Sawtell
15 Apr 2021
Navy
News

Band's debut rocks ship

Many bands have formed in a lounge room or garage, but it’s rare for a band to emerge from the belly of a Navy frigate

People & service
Able Seaman Lily Philips during the commissioning ceremony for HMAS Supply at Fleet Base East in Sydney. Photo: Able Seaman Jarryd Capper
15 Apr 2021
Navy
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Family legacy continues

At 17 years old, Able Seaman Lily Phillips decided to follow in her family’s footsteps and join the military.

People & service
Women’s Strategic Advisor Commander Kelly Haywood meets with Deputy Chief of Navy Rear Admiral Christopher Smith. Photo: Private Jacob Joseph
14 Apr 2021
Navy
News

The human face of leadership

Commander Kelly Haywood still doesn’t know who nominated her for the ACT Award for Excellence in Women’s Leadership.

People & service
Able Seaman Communication and Information Systems Tristan Strong onboard HMAS Supply. Photo: Leading Seaman David Cox
14 Apr 2021
Navy
News

Take two in Navy supplies opportunities

From the small community of Ladysmith near Wagga Wagga, Able Seaman Tristan Strong has returned to Navy.

People & service
Navy Indigenous Development Program Recruit Isabella Thaiday in traditional dress during the program in Cairns, Queensland. Photo: Leading Seaman Breanna Jacobs-Rochford
14 Apr 2021
Navy
News

Swimming test no problem for recruit

Tests do not normally rate as a favourite moment, but for Recruit Isabella Thaiday, it was her time to shine. 

People & service
The crew of HMAS Supply lines the upper decks at the end of her commissioning ceremony at Fleet Base East in Sydney. Photo: Sergeant Cameron Pegg
13 Apr 2021
Navy
News

HMAS Supply welcomed to fleet

HMAS Supply (II) was welcomed into RAN service on April 10 during a commissioning ceremony at Fleet Base East in Sydney.

Capability & technology
Leading Seaman Dion Cray on board HMAS Supply. Photo: Leading Seaman David Cox
13 Apr 2021
Navy
News

Following in his great-grandfather's footsteps

Apart from joining the Royal Australian Navy, Bulahdelah local Leading Seaman Dion Cray is sharing another milestone with his great-grandfather.…

People & service
Able Seaman Cody McNulty on board HMAS Supply during her commissioning ceremony at Fleet Base East in Sydney. Photo: Sergeant Catherine Kelly
13 Apr 2021
Navy
News

Making memories on board Supply

When Benalla local Able Seaman Cody McNulty joined the Navy in 2016, Tasmania was the furthest he had been from home.

People & service
Leading Seaman Hydrographic Systems Operator Tanya Maksimovic with Deployable Geospatial Support Team 4 in Cairns. Photo: Leading Seaman Shane Cameron
13 Apr 2021
Navy
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Surveying a solution to Antarctic traffic jam

Leading Seaman Tanya Maksimovic knew exactly what do when confronted by an elephant seal asleep on a road in Antarctica.

People & service
Seaman Sebastien Schultz and Seaman Jack Woolmer on their first international port visit on board HMAS Sydney in Pearl Harbor. Photo: Able Seaman Jasmine Mood
12 Apr 2021
Navy
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Serving in Sydney a family tradition

Among HMAS Sydney’s crew are two sailors with particularly strong connections to the ship. 

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