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Pilot Flight Lieutenant Angus Wheeler, from No. 292 Squadron, plans the departure and arrival for an upcoming mission in the flight deck of a P-8A Poseidon aircraft at RAAF Base Edinburgh. Story by Corporal Veronica O'Hara. Photo by Leading Aircraftman Sam Price.

Poseidon pilot living the dream

08/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1632 Views 0 Comments AP-3C Orion, No. 292 Squadron, P-8A Poseidon, PC-21, RAAF Edinburgh, rim

As a child, Flight Lieutenant Angus Wheeler thought it would be cool to work underground in mines or be flying

ADF People History Lest We Forget

Defence remembers leading scientist, 30 years on

08/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1327 Views 0 Comments C-27J Spartan, DSTG, No. 35 Squadron, No. 77 Squadron

This year marks the 30th anniversary since Defence experienced the tragic loss of one of its scientists, Michael Howlett, who

Private Carson Gardiner and Military Police Dog Petra from the 1st Military Police Battalion conduct a building clearance exercise at RAAF Security and Fire School, RAAF Base Amberley, Queensland. Story by Captain Evita Ryan. Photo by Leading Aircraftwoman Emma Schwenke.

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Dogs more of a wrench for mechanic

08/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1258 Views 0 Comments 1st Military Police Battalion, Military Working Dogs, RAAF Amberley, Service Dogs

Qualified mechanic Private Carson Gardiner originally enquired about joining the ADF as a vehicle mechanic before learning about the role of

Able Seaman Ned Dibella takes measurements of a green sea turtle while taking part in a turtle conservation project. Story by Leading Seaman Kylie Jagiello.

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Navy aviation technician dives in to help turtles

08/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1601 Views 0 Comments Indigenous, No. 808 Squadron

Growing up in Cape York and other far north Queensland locations down to Port Douglas, Able Seaman Ned Dibella was

Mr Djambawa Marawili conducts a welcome ceremony for Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Michael Noonan, accompanied by Mudiny Mudiny Dhamarrandji playing the didgeridoo. Story by Lieutenant Commander Tanalee Smith. Photo by Petty Officer Bradley Darvill.

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Shared maritime connection with Indigenous Australians

03/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1564 Views 0 Comments Indigenous

When the Chief of Navy recently led a delegation to a remote Indigenous community, they received a truly Australian welcome.

Nyoongar Artist Kevin Bynder with his artwork. Story by Peta Magorian. Photo by Sergeant Gary Dixon.

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A colourful story of history and connection

03/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2456 Views 0 Comments Indigenous, No. 25 Squadron, RAAF Pearce

Personnel from units and squadrons at RAAF Base Pearce gathered for the unveiling of a series of artworks painted by

Mr Les Huddlestone, left, Mr James Parfitt from Larrakia Nation, Wing Commander Jim Collisson, Flight Lieutenant Norm Grogan and Mr Trent Lee from Larrakia Nation. Story by Flight Lieutenant Claire Burnet. Photo by Sergeant Pete Gammie.

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The power of a cuppa and a yarn

03/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2070 Views 0 Comments Indigenous, No. 13 Squadron, RAAF Darwin

RAAF Base Darwin’s No.13 Squadron (City of Darwin) marked the start of National Reconciliation Week 2022 with the Larrakia People

Army soldier Trooper Harrison Hinson from the 3rd Brigade soccer team during a soccer match between the 3rd Brigade and USS Ashland. Story by Captain Diana Jennings. Photo by Corporal Brodie Cross.

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Sailors and soldiers go head to head at Lavarack Barracks

03/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1300 Views 0 Comments 1RAR, 3rd Brigade, Exercise Sea Explorer, US Navy

Soldiers from 3rd Brigade welcomed sailors from USS Ashland for a friendly soccer match at Lavarack Barracks to kick off

Chief Petty Officer Tina Elliot with Annette Gayula and Rosilyn Marawili during the Diversity Reference Group's visit to the community of Bäniyala, located on Blue Mud Bay in East Arnhem, Northern Territory. Photo by Petty Officer Bradley Darvill.

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Visit to Arnhem Land reinforces shared connection to the sea

03/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1232 Views 0 Comments Indigenous

Sailors from the Navy’s Diversity Reference Group had the rare opportunity to be welcomed by the Yolngu clan in East

Petty Officer Jordan Bradshaw plays the didgeridoo at the Anzac Day commemorative service at Lone Pine, Gallipoli. Story by Sergeant Matthew Bickerton. Photo by Corporal David Cotton.

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Bridging cultural gaps focus of sailor’s work

03/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1232 Views 0 Comments ANZAC Day, Indigenous

Building bridges between Navy and the world’s oldest surviving culture is a full-time job for Petty Office Jordon Bradshaw, and

Corporal Blake Smythe and Lance Corporal Carl Tangredi, from 1st Signal Regiment, conduct safety checks before conducting maintenance on the communication equipment at Lombrum Naval Base on Manus Island. Story by Captain Jessica O’Reilly. Photo by Lance Corporal George Corchis.

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Signals training received loud and clear in PNG

31/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1444 Views 0 Comments PNGDF

In the grand scheme of deployments, 10 days is not a long time. But signallers from 127th Signals Troop made

Private Hailey Lennon and Max at RAAF Security and Fire School, RAAF Base Amberley, Queensland. Story by Captain Evita Ryan. Photos by Leading Aircraftwoman Emma Schwenke.

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A match made at school

31/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1894 Views 0 Comments 1st Military Police Battalion, Military Working Dogs, RAAF Amberley

When Private Hailey Lennon walked through the kennels and dog runs at RAAF Base Amberley, a bouncy, energetic dog with

Former chief of Air Force, Air Marshal (retd) Gavin ‘Leo’ Davies, with Aircraftwoman Brooklynn Dowling after her graduation from recruit training, holding the challenge coin the former chief had given to her five years ago. Story by Squadron Leader Matthew Kelly. Photo from Cut Above Productions.

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Chief and recruit bond with promises, and a coin

31/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2275 Views 0 Comments 1RTU, AWM, No. 4 Squadron, PC-21, RAAF Wagga Wagga

A special reunion took place at the latest graduation ceremony at Air Force’s No. 1 Recruit Training Unit (1RTU) at

Assistant Director Defence Indigenous Procurement Policy Mrs Tanya Martens from the Capability Acquisition & Sustainment Group stands in front of an Indigenous artwork at Russel Offices in Canberra. Story by Warrant Officer Class Two Max Bree. Photo by Sergeant Matthew Bickerton.

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Creating opportunities for Indigenous businesses

31/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1500 Views 0 Comments Indigenous

A scarf emblazoned with Indigenous art – featuring an orange and yellow kangaroo and a green army tank – hints

Flight Lieutenant Tjapukai Shaw on the cargo ramp of a C-130J Hercules aircraft. Story by Flight Lieutenant Jessica Aldred. Photo by Sergeant Christopher Dickson.

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Indigenous aviator’s career taking off

31/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1524 Views 1 Comment Indigenous, mentoring, No. 22 Squadron, RAAF Williamtown

Becoming a pilot was a pipe dream for Flight Lieutenant Tjapukai Shaw when he joined Air Force as an Indigenous

A student from Thuringowa State High School speaks to personnel from 3rd Brigade during a mentoring program. Story by Captain Diana Jennings. Photo by Corporal Brodie Cross.

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Army mentors help empower Indigenous students

31/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1341 Views 0 Comments 3rd Brigade, Indigenous, Lavarack Barracks, STEM

It was back to school for the soldiers and officers of Lavarack Barracks as they supported students at Thuringowa State

RAAF Base Amberley Firefighter, Leading Aircraftman Raymond Solinas, is proud of his family's history and service to Defence. He is one of more than 400 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aviators in Air Force today. Photo by Flight Lieutenant Dion Isaac.

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Aviator shares his heritage

27/05/202227/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1469 Views 0 Comments Indigenous, RAAF Amberley

Leading Aircraftman Raymond Solinas, a Ngugi and Kaantju man from Cairns, is proud of his family’s history and service to

The six reservist specialist service officers were appointed at Defence Force Recruiting Perth through the BHP/Army Workforce Mobility Trial. Story by Jesse Spry.

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BHP partnership draws recruits

27/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1751 Views 0 Comments Army Reserve, Defence Force Recruiting

Six reservist specialist service officers (SSO) were appointed at Defence Force Recruiting Perth at the end of April through the

Then Warrant Officer Class 2 Darren Moffitt with his artwork titled “The Salute”. It depicted a dugong as the centrepiece was created for the Royal Australian Navy’s centenary in 2011. It told the story of Indigenous service and connection to Navy. Story by Warrant Officer Class Two Max Bree.

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A combination of art and service

27/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1475 Views 0 Comments Indigenous, Indigenous soldiers, recent

Darren Moffitt didn’t think his first batch of Indigenous artwork was very special. He painted to pass time in hospital and

Chaplain Haydn Parsons talks with Republic of Fijian Military Forces soldier Staff Sergeant Eliki Seasea, centre, and Pastor Martin Nehemiah at Burns Creek Clinic in Solomon Islands. Story by Captain Peter March. Photo by Corporal Jarrod McAneney.

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Chaplain helps Solomon Islands communities during lockdowns

26/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1389 Views 0 Comments COVID-19, Operation Lilia, Solomon Islands

As COVID-19 took hold in Solomon Islands, public gatherings, including religious services, ground to a halt, making the role of