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Deputy Chief of Navy, Rear Admiral Matt Buckley, receives the 'Weight' on handover from Commodore Eric Young at Russell Offices, Canberra.
12 Jun 2025
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Deputy Chief of Navy's submarine succession

Rear Admiral Matt Buckley joins Chief of Navy Vice-Admiral Mark Hammond in a unique double.

Capability & technology | People & service
Lieutenant Commander Nathanael Maxwell, Officer In Charge, RAN Band Melbourne, joins members of the Royal Samoan Police Band, during Samoa's Independence Day celebrations.
12 Jun 2025
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Navy Band marches with Samoa

Celebrations in Apia bring together community, culture and international friendship across the Pacific.

Alliances & relationships | Ceremonies & events
Lieutenant Commander Anthea Baczkowski, Chief Petty Officer Shane Murphy, Captain David Shirvington, Able Seaman Matthew Tickner, Chief Petty Officer Christian Duncan and Aimee Lane with their mountain bikes during the Gibb River Challenge at Home Valley Station, WA.
12 Jun 2025
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Crocs conquer Kimberley for kids in need

HMAS Coonawarra's crew completes the Gibb River Challenge for the Kyle Andrews Foundation.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
ADF women's eight crew at the Australian Masters Rowing Championships in Sydney.
11 Jun 2025
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Oarsome ADF hits podium from scratch

Defence rowers compete across 35 events against powerhouse clubs at Australian Masters Rowing Championships.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
Lieutenant Commander Sarah Kaese, left, trains in Liverpool, UK, while serving on exchange with the Royal Navy.
11 Jun 2025
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Enter the Dragon: warfare by day, Muay Thai by night

Muay Thai coach Lieutenant Commander Sarah Kaese serves on exchange as the senior warfare officer with HMS Dragon.

Alliances & relationships | Sports, health & wellbeing
Captain Paul Johnson opens the inaugural Australian Maritime Weapons and Tactics Conference at HMAS Watson in Sydney.
10 Jun 2025
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Naval leadership 'focused, lethal and ready'

An inaugural conference represents the new gold standard in refining the Navy’s human capability in tactical warcraft.

Alliances & relationships | Capability & technology
Lieutenant Commander Kieran Davis was awarded a Conspicuous Service Medal for his work on board HMAS Toowoomba.
09 Jun 2025
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Toowoomba team delivers bonus for Anzac fleet

Leadership in resolving integration issues earns one Lieutenant Commander a Conspicuous Service Medal.

Awards & recognition | People & service
Leading Seaman Sara, of HMAS Dechaineux, receives the Conspicuous Service Medal in the King’s Birthday Honours.
09 Jun 2025
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Chef celebrated for comfort food at sea

A leading seaman is recognised for providing simple meals to bring submariners a sense of home beneath the waves.

Awards & recognition | People & service
Head of Military Strategic Plans, Major General Colin Karotam, talks with defence industry professionals during Exercise Autonomous Warrior 2022 at HMAS Creswell, Jervis Bay, Australian Capital Territory.
09 Jun 2025
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Military members honoured in King's Birthday list

ADF personnel are recognised for their skills and contributions in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours.

Awards & recognition | People & service
Members of HMAS Canberra's Standing Sea Fire and Emergency Party conduct damage control training with Chief Petty Officer Andrew Gibson from Sea Training Group during a transit to Wellington, New Zealand.
06 Jun 2025
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First responders in seaborne damage control drills

HMAS Canberra crew became their own first responders in damage control exercises off the coast of NSW.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
Leading Seaman Physical Training Instructor Ben Stewart leads a boxing session in support of local not-for-profit group, Stepping Stone House.
06 Jun 2025
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Fighting back against youth homelessness

Navy personnel on board HMAS Kuttabul took part in a charity workout for Australians facing homelessness.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
OzHarvest and ADFA Trainee Officers and staff members participating in Can the Cube donation drive.
05 Jun 2025
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ADFA trainee officers' can-do charity drive

ADF Academy trainee officers raise the biggest non-perishable food collection for the Canberra winter appeal.

Community engagement | Relief & assistance