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Able Seaman Denzel Taylor comes from a long line of family who have served in Navy, dating back to his great-grandfather who joined in 1919.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-23/musical-medic-continues-proud-tradition
An Indian naval officer visited HMAS Ballarat to thank the crew for their part in his rescue during the 2018 Golden Globe Race.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-20/indian-naval-officer-thanks-ballarat-rescue-role
A passion to follow in the footsteps of his grandfather was the impetus for Squadron Leader Adrian Rodgers to serve the nation.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-20/squadron-leader-inspired-grandfather
Air Force participated in Exercises Lightning Spear and Lightning Ferry in the United States.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-20/lightning-cooperation-spans-ocean
A high-speed SATCOM system has been installed on a second Air Force C-130J Hercules, providing in-flight internet connection.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-19/second-hercules-fitted-flight-internet
The inaugural Commander of the Australian Maritime Task Group has handed over the role following a successful two-year appointment.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-19/change-command-maritime-task-group
Army’s new Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicle passed beach trials with flying colours on Exercise Sea Wader.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-19/boxers-take-beach-and-win
A boyhood love of model trains and aircraft sparked Squadron Leader Stephen Lampard's long career with Air Force.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-19/half-century-service-and-achievement
In a demonstration of their amphibious capability, the latest generation of Army vehicles has been driven on board HMAS Adelaide.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-18/soldiers-drive-vehicles-adelaide-sea
The 14-metre historic timber flag mast at RAAF Base Point Cook has been rebuilt by a heritage specialist in the lead-up to Air Force’s centenary next year.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-18/flags-fly-again-after-historic-mast-restored
Any Defence member who has passed through JTF 633’s Camp Baird is likely to have visited the coffee shop Bean Around the MEAO.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-18/warm-recognition-coffee-shop-owner
Leading Aircraftwoman Hayley Daniel has deployed from one end of the country to the other serving on Operations Pincer and COVID-19 Assist this year.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-17/busy-year-covid-frontline
Personnel at RAAF Base Edinburgh have been able to identify almost 30 Indigenous South Australian veterans in a project that aims to recognise their service.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-17/project-recognises-indigenous-veterans
HMAS Arunta is on her way home after completing her deployment on Operation Argos.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-17/aruntas-time-argos-comes-close
For the first time, a small unmanned aerial system has been used to provide targeting support to 1st Armoured Regiment.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-17/sky-ranger-innovation-target
Three sailors from the same town are serving on the same frigate at the same time.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-17/small-world-northams-navy
A didgeridoo competition at the mess and flights for members of the local Indigenous community were among the activities held to celebrate NAIDOC Week at RAAF Base Amberley.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-17/indigenous-community-flying-high-naidoc-week
Air Force personnel put their chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defence capability to the test during Exercise Toxic Safari.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-17/decontamination-skills-tested-during-exercise
Warrant Officer Stephen Weaver said NAIDOC Week provided an opportunity to celebrate the rich culture of Indigenous people.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-16/naidoc-week-celebrates-rich-culture
ADF personnel and military equipment were placed around King George Square, Queensland, to support the Legacy Do more than Remember campaign.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-16/defence-comes-aid-legacy
Traditional Indigenous artefacts were on display at RAAF Base Williamtown to celebrate NAIDOC Week.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-16/ancient-artefacts-display-raaf-base
The challenge has been set to find the families of a World War II Wellington Bomber crew after the gifting of a photograph.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-16/photo-sets-challenge-find-families
While both military and civilian personnel receive medals for their operational service, there are some key differences to the awards.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-16/medal-differences-talking-point-middle-east
Private Mackenzie Togo has been recognised for his dedication to the establishment and growth of the Australian Army Drone Racing Team.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-16/drone-racer-recognised-growing-team
Personnel from 7th Combat Brigade honed their planning and warfighting skills on Exercise Diamond Catalyst.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-16/exercise-tests-brigades-warfighting-skills
It was an historic win for RAAF No. 3 Security Forces Squadron in the Simpson Trophy competition.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-16/sharp-shooters-zero-history
From Stolen Generation to serving his country, former Leading Aircraftman George Tongerie has been honoured at RAAF Base Edinburgh.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-16/display-honours-indigenous-airman
Personnel from No. 2 Squadron based at RAAF Base Williamtown have grown beards for a Soldier On fundraiser.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-16/squadrons-hair-raising-effort-veterans
In a first for the RAAF, a KC-30A tanker was refuelled in the air by a foreign air force in what was dubbed Boom Camp in the Northern Territory.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-13/boom-time-bowser-raaf-tankers
The Australian War Memorial’s Indigenous Liaison Officer Michael Bell held tours during NAIDOC Week to rekindle Indigenous history.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-13/future-meets-indigenous-past