In a first, two Australian lieutenants have completed the Republic of Fiji Military Forces infantry captains’ course.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-12-01/lieutenants-step-up-foster-fijian-ties
Defence’s Russell offices were shaken when two F-35A Lightnings flew over Canberra to mark the change of command of Chief of Joint Capabilities.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-12-01/lightning-fly-past-marks-change-command
Army Reservist Lieutenant Colonel Reuben Bowd has welcomed an award recognising the outstanding support his civilian employer provided him.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-12-01/reservist-nominates-employer-support-award
For Squadron Leader David Wilkinson the choice of creative stream in the 2020 Arts for Recovery, Resilience, Teamwork and Skills program was clear.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-12-02/haiku-helps-healing
Petty Officer Jolene Garvie, along with 19 other participants, signed up for the Arts for Recovery, Resilience, Teamwork and Skills program.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-12-04/healing-power-music
Major David Harty will miss Christmas at his Sunshine Coast home this year as he is helping with the birth of a peaceful nation.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-30/major-miss-home-christmas-aid-birth-peace
Originally from South West Rocks, Private Myah Peters is deployed on Operation Accordion in the Middle East region.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-30/deployment-honour-first-nations-soldier
Air Force pilot Squadron Leader Greg Toft captained his final flight in a P-8A Poseidon at RAAF Base Edinburgh.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-12-01/final-flight-ends-distinguished-career
HMAS Ballarat’s embarked MH-60R Seahawk played a valuable role with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group during a passage exercise.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-30/seahawk-soars-carrier-strike-group
A plaque was unveiled at RAAF Base Darwin on Remembrance Day to honour radar personnel who served in the northern areas of Australia and beyond.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-29/plaque-honours-radar-crews
Able Seaman Khin Thaung is well known among his shipmates on HMAS Adelaide for his broad smile, positive outlook and willingness to lend a hand.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-28/grateful-be-serving-australia
The best Air Force military working dogs and handlers have been recognised, with two shields awarded to personnel from No. 2 Security Forces Squadron.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-27/pat-back-top-dogs
For the second year in a row, Air Force has taken part in Army’s Forces Command Soldier of the Year activity.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-27/aircraftman-broadens-horizons-soldiers-competition
In an historic moment, No. 79 Squadron’s colours were consecrated for the first time on November 20 at RAAF Base Pearce.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-27/historic-moment-squadrons-colours-consecrated
Ten teams from the 6th and 7th Brigades have raised more than $22,000 for 42 for 42.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-27/epic-42-hour-fundraiser-success
A unique executive team is leading No. 1 Recruit Training Unit, which is responsible for the initial training and development of Air Force recruits.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-12-01/training-unit-leaders-began-careers-recruits
Australian personnel in Egypt will be better protected from a COVID-19 outbreak after receiving 500 testing kits.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-26/testing-kits-protect-multinational-force
An Australian flight commander had an unexpected reunion with two former trainee United States naval aviators while exercising on the high seas.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-26/reunion-high-seas-ballarat-pilot
The woman who founded the organisation that has donated thousands of quilts and laundry bags has received a quilt of her own.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-26/stitching-up-patches-gratitude
An Air Force NAIDOC Week award has become a family affair, with the wife of last year’s winner receiving this year's award.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-26/award-indigenous-work-family-affair
An ADF career has enabled Squadron Leader Ajitha Sugnanam to establish an NGO to assist those in remote locations.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-26/realising-lifelong-ambition-help-others
The number of blood donations from pilots at No. 2 Flying Training School has taken off thanks to a break in flying commitments.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-25/pilots-help-blood-challenge-take-off-training-school
A book written by Army’s Captain Stephanie Palfrey-Sneddon is being sold to raise money to support the education of children in South Sudan.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-25/captains-book-raise-funds-african-schools
Sappers, tradies and plant operators from 11th Engineer Regiment have refined their skills in preparation for the high-risk weather season.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-25/engineers-prepared-summer-call-outs
A posting to NUSHIP Supply caused some personal conflict for Able Seaman Jahlaya Weazal, but also provided an opportunity for education.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-25/historical-conflict-posting-has-positive-outcome
Ship's company maintains high tempo of HMAS Arunta's five-month deployment.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-24/no-rest-eve-arunta-return
Officers of the watch in HMAS Ballarat successfully manoeuvred the ship during Exercise Malabar.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-24/watch-manoeuvres
Newly commissioned Lieutenant Ian Boddy is using his previous experience as a Royal Marines’ commando to shape Navy land combat training.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-23/former-commando-lands-navy-combat-training-role
The 2020 National Employer Support Awards have been announced, recognising civilian employers of ADF reservists.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-23/awards-recognise-reservists-employers
A new rotation of personnel to Air Task Group 630 has arrived in the Middle East.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-23/new-rotation-arrives-middle-east