Keywords 05 Dec 2025 Navy News Encountering a new chapter HMAS Encounter welcomes a new commander and a relocation at a ceremonial sunset in South Australia. 05 Dec 2025 Navy News New command begins with cyclone challenge HMAS Coonawarra welcomes a new commanding officer during cyclone preparations. 05 Dec 2025 Navy News Giants on board for Canberra sea cruise AFL athletes put four onboard gyms to the test during a memorable weekend at sea. 05 Dec 2025 Navy, Army, Air Force News WA’s Macmahon takes national Reserve award Perth contract mining company celebrates reservists as strong team players in business. 05 Dec 2025 Navy News Busy schedule of regional engagements continues The Australian Defence Force participates in multinational activities throughout the Indo-Pacific. 04 Dec 2025 Navy News One final wish: Committal of ashes to the sea HMAS Ballarat honours the life and service of four former Royal Australian Navy members and one Royal Navy sailor. 04 Dec 2025 Navy News Sisterhood at sea Two sailors reflect on how being the only women on board HMAS Bathurst brought them closer together. 04 Dec 2025 Navy, Army, Air Force News ADF networks at netball competition National tournament in Sydney draws more than 300 participants from across Australia. 04 Dec 2025 Navy, Army, Air Force News SA not-for-profit wins Reserve award Adelaide hospital honoured at national ceremony for supporting reservist employee. 03 Dec 2025 Navy News All aboard for Defence families HMAS Canberra plays host to more than 300 relatives and guests for a rare weekend at sea. 03 Dec 2025 Navy, Army, Air Force News NT hospital pharmacy backs up Reserve award Alice Springs employer is honoured again for its support to ADF reservist employee. 03 Dec 2025 Navy News Gun Busters keep Ballarat fit to fight A small team of weapons specialists keeps HMAS Ballarat’s main gun and ordnance ready for action.
