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One person who has a particular strong affinity to the Ship is Able Seaman Harley Orpin, with an elaborate tattoo of the ship on his left arm.
18 May 2025
Navy
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Five years at sea for HMAS Sydney V

Navy's first ship since World War 2 to be commissioned at sea marks its fifth anniversary on the ocean wave.

Commemoration & history | People & service
Warrant Officer Ben van den Akker, of the Royal Australian Air Force Band, presents a commemorative plaque to Scott Harbin, school band director, during a music workshop and cultural exchange at the United Nations International School in Hanoi, Vietnam.
15 May 2025
Navy, Air Force
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ADF musicians share culture in Vietnam

Indo-Pacific Endeavour brings music to the United Nations International School Hanoi.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Leading Seaman Communications and Information Systems Teagan Hankins raises the Australian White Ensign for the first time onboard newly Commissioned HMAS Cape Schanck during a ceremony held at HMAS Coonawarra, Darwin, Northern Territory.
15 May 2025
Navy
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White Ensign welcome to the fleet

Two evolved Cape-class patrol boats are officially recognised as commissioned warships in the Royal Australian Navy.

Capability & technology | Ceremonies & events
Trainees from the Joint Medic Course participate in a theory lesson at the ADF School of Health on Latchford Barracks, Bonegilla.
15 May 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
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School of Health embraces triservice challenge

Defence medical professionals are ready for any job, anywhere, after 18-month Joint Medic course.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
Chief of the Defence Force, Admiral David Johnston, signs the ADF Family Covenant with Defence Family Advocate of Australia, Charlotte Webb, DMFS patron, Belinda Johnston, Chief of Personnel, Lieutenant General Natasha Fox, and acting head of Joint Support Services Division, Air Commodore Patrick Keane.
15 May 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Families front of mind for ADF

International Day of Families celebrates the unwavering strength and commitment of support on the home front.

Community engagement | People & service
Members of the Pacific Response Group headquarters team in Noumea, New Caledonia during Exercise Croix du Sud.
14 May 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Debut for regional emergency response group

Australia joins partner nations on French-led Exercise Croix du Sud, a humanitarian assistance and disaster relief exercise.

Exercises & training
Lieutenant Ashley Churchin shows members of the public the systems on the bridge on board HMAS Choules during an open day held in Hobart.
13 May 2025
Navy
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Choules brings sea life to shore

Hobart locals were welcomed aboard HMAS Choules during a port visit open day.

Community engagement | People & service
Commander IPE25 Brigadier Jennifer Harris and team, with the Australian Embassy in Laos, discuss opportunities for further collaboration with the Lao People’s Army and Foreign Relations Department for IPE25.
13 May 2025
Navy
News

Indo-Pacific Endeavour embarks on new phase

IPE25, a flagship demonstration of the Australia Government's commitment to the region, furthers flexibility in engagement.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Royal Australian Air Force officer Flight Lieutenant James Wilcox deployed on Operation Accordion at Al Minhad Air Base, 2025.
12 May 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
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The movers and shakers of the ADF

If it needs to be supplied, moved or fixed, logistics planners keep Defence moving around the regions.

Capability & technology | Operations & missions
From left, Lieutenant Amanda Serra, Lieutenant Melanie Robinson, Sub-Lieutenant Meredith Leonard, Lieutenant Deb Reynolds and Lieutenant Felicity Jevardat de Fombelle on board HMAS Adelaide during a tour.
11 May 2025
Navy
News

Middle-aged mums are raring to go

After years of forging careers and raising children, mature women tell why they signed up to serve.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Australian Defence Force members march with service personnel from other Commonwealth nations during the London parade to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.
09 May 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
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ADF honours VE Day in London

Australian Defence Force members join the march to mark 80th anniversary of the end of World War 2 in Europe.

Alliances & relationships | Commemoration & history
Royal Australian Navy officer Captain Brett Westcott is Commander of Headquarters Middle East, deployed on Operation Accordion at Al Minhad Air Base, 2025.
09 May 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Home from home for ADF in Middle East

HQME is a small team making a big impact by supporting missions and maintaining Australia’s presence in the region.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions