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Chelsie Clayton yells her support to competitors still swimming at UBC Aquatic Centre as part of Invictus Games Vancouver Canada 2025. Story by Flying Officer Belinda Barker. Photo by Flight Sergeant Chris Dickson.

Day 7: In the swim to beat performance anxiety

18/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 547 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

Strength. Courage. Camaraderie. Three words that sum up Team Australia’s performances during day seven of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025.

Major Liz Daly competes for the ball during the wheelchair rugby competition at Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. Story by Flying Officer Belinda Barker. Photo by WOFF Ricky Fuller.

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Day 6: Wheelchair rugby builds international links

18/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 528 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

Wheelchair rugby and international relationships were the real winners on day six of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. CAPTION: Major Liz

Katie Chapman, Alana Blackman, Cindy ChawnTyler-Marie Gray and Buffy Little psyche up before the Anzac women's snowboarding competition during Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. Story by Flying Officer Belinda Barker. Photos by Warrant Officer Ricky Fuller.

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Day 5: Anzac spirit alive at Whistler

14/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1234 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

We’ve fought side-by-side, laughed together and constantly sledged each other. CAPTION: Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 Team Australia competitor Katie

Captain Olivia Miley-Dyer stands on the podium after claiming gold in the Nordic cross-country skiing at Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. Story by Flying Officer Belinda Barker. Photos by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.

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Day 4, a day of firsts, medals and mateship

14/02/202514/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 557 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

A bluebird day uncovered bucket loads of Aussie grit and determination during day four of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025.

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Veterans’ entitlements harmonisation act passed by parliament

13/02/202513/02/2025 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2663 Views 0 Comments

The much-anticipated Veterans’ Entitlements, Treatment and Support (Simplification and Harmonisation) Act was passed by the federal government today. The ‘VETS

Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 Team Australia skeleton slider Luke Manhire holds his line as he slides down the mountain at the Whistler Sliding Centre, Canada.

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Day 3: Thrill seekers find joy on icy track at Invictus

12/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 864 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

The spotlight was firmly on Team Australia’s adrenalin junkies during day three of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. CAPTION: Invictus Games

SGT Emily Leahy participates in the curling event at Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. Story by FLGOFF Belinda Barker.

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Aussies put their spin on wheelchair curling

12/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 817 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

“Lawn bowls on ice.” That’s how Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 Team Australia competitor Sergeant Emily Lahey describes wheelchair curling.

HMAS Brisbane's piping party pipes the side as Vice Admiral Donald Chalmers (retd) steps off the ship after a ship's tour alongside Fleet Base East in Sydney, NSW. Story by Sub-Lieutenant Angus Tyson. Photos by Leading Seaman Abdus Chowdhury.

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Former navy chief returns to HMAS Kuttabul

11/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1143 Views 0 Comments HMAS Kuttabul

Former Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Donald Chalmers (retd) has been piped aboard HMAS Kuttabul for the first time in almost

Commandant of the Australian Defence Force Academy Brigadier Troy Francis is honoured to lead an institution he always wanted to be involved with. Photos by John Carroll.

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ADFA appointment a highlight for brigadier

04/02/202504/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 2073 Views 0 Comments ADFA

Brigadier Troy Francis has been appointed commandant of the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) for the next three years. CAPTION: Commandant

Murielle Ahern with her family during her 100th birthday celebration at HMAS Moreton, Brisbane. Story by Lieutenant Michael Wilson. Photos by Aircraftwoman Nell Bradbury.

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Trailblazing veteran waltzes into 100 years

04/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1298 Views 0 Comments HMAS Moreton, HMAS Penguin, WWII

Family, friends and HMAS Moreton personnel turned out in force to help celebrate a remarkable milestone, Murielle Ahern’s 100th birthday.

Leading Aircraftwoman Desiree Stafford and her daughter Aircraftwoman Pani Davidson prepare for the interstate ADF Basketball championships at RAAF Williams, Victoria. Story by Leading Seaman Nadav Harel. Photos by Corporal Michael Currie.

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Battling for family bragging rights

04/02/202504/02/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 639 Views 0 Comments ADF Sport

Walking out for the 2024 ADF Basketball grand final, Queensland representative and 61-year-old mother of eight Air Force Corporal Desiree

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Invictus Games success has only just begun

31/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 890 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

The Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 might not have started yet, but Adelaide’s Sean Grimmond is already hailing the event

Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Katie Chapman. Story by Flying Officer Tina Langridge. Photo by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.

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Cracking on despite a broken back

31/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 914 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

Breaking your back while snowboarding might put some people off snow sports for life, but not Katie Chapman. CAPTION: Invictus Games

Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Kaz Gladysz. Story by Flying Officer Tina Langridge. Photo by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.

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Invictus competitor faces challenges head-on

31/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 630 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

In a world where many shy away from a challenge, Kaz Gladysz is the embodiment of fearlessness. CAPTION: Invictus Games 2025

Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Major Elizabeth Daley. Story by Flying Officer Tina Langridge. Photo by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.

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Breaking down mental health stigma in the military

29/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1002 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

Australian Army officer Major Elizabeth Daly has felt an increased sense of belonging and support since engaging with the Invictus

Petty Officer Mark has been awarded a Conspicuous Service Medal in the Australia Day honours for his rescue of a fellow submariner. Story by Corporal Michael Rogers. Photo by Able Seaman Zac Dingle.

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Fear of sharks shelved in the line of duty

28/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1077 Views 0 Comments Australia Day Honours, HMAS Farncomb, RIMPAC

Australia Day CAPTION: Petty Officer Mark has been awarded a Conspicuous Service Medal in the Australia Day honours for his rescue

Chief Petty Officer Matthew with his wife and father after HMAS Waller berths alongside Diamantina Pier at Fleet Base West. He received a Conspicuous Service Medal during the 2025 Australia Day Honours. Story by Corporal Jacob Joseph. Photo by Chief Petty Officer Damian Pawlenko.

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Sailor rewarded for fight against heavy metal

28/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1369 Views 0 Comments Australia Day Honours, Collins-class submarines

Australia Day CAPTION: Chief Petty Officer Matthew with his wife and father after HMAS Waller berths alongside Diamantina Pier at Fleet

Personnel from across the spectrum of Defence activities and capabilities have been honoured in this year's Australia Day awards list. Photo by Corporal Jarrod Moreels.

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Honours for excellence in all domains

28/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 648 Views 0 Comments Australia Day Honours

Australia Day CAPTION: Personnel from across the spectrum of Defence activities and capabilities have been honoured in this year’s Australia Day

Governor-General Sam Mostyn and Leading Aircraftwoman Samantha Quadrio, bottom left, with the Australian team at the Governor-General’s XI vs England match at North Sydney Oval. Story by Flight Lieutenant Grace Casey-Maughan. Photos by Chief Petty Officer Andrew Dakin.

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From ‘baggy blue’ to national cricketing uniform

24/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 947 Views 0 Comments ADF Sport, Governor-General of Australia, No. 75 Squadron

Hailing from Perth, Western Australia, Leading Aircraftwoman Samantha Quadrio felt humbled and thankful for her selection onto the Governor General’s

Invictus Games 2025 Team Australia competitor Captain Olivia Miley-Dyer. Story by Flying Officer Tina Langridge. Photo by Flight Sergeant Christopher Dickson.

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Army captain aims higher, further, faster

24/01/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 1252 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games

As fate would have it, Captain Olivia Miley-Dyer found herself sitting in her car in the Canadian Rockies when she