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Macquarie University researcher Madison Kho takes a hair sample from a HMAS Canberra crew member to measure cortisol levels. Story by Lieutenant Nancy Cotton. Photo by Leading Seaman Matthew Lyall.

Scientists at sea to study crew

17/06/202220/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1063 Views 0 Comments HMAS Canberra

Scientists from Macquarie University sailed in HMAS Canberra from Sydney to Townsville in Queensland as part of a project researching

Chief of Army Lieutenant General Rick Burr, with 1st Division's Dr Madhu Patel, celebrating her 50 years of service in the Australian Army at Gallipoli Barracks in Brisbane, Queensland. Story by Captain Jessica O’Reilly. Photo by Corporal Miguel Anonuevo.

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50 years of service and still going strong

15/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1393 Views 0 Comments 1st Division, Gallipoli Barracks

At nearly 80 years of age, Doctor Madhu Patel, from the Joint Health Command’s Enoggera Health Centre, 1st Division, is

The Women's Integrated Networking Group 'WINGs in the Eyre 22’ cyclists ride with the Flinders Rangers backdrop during the inaugural adventure-networking expedition. Story by Corporal Melina Young.

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The outback called, Air Force women answered

10/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1649 Views 0 Comments women in the ADF, Women’s Integrated Networking Groups (WINGs)

A glimpse at a map would have you think the outback is an expanse of desert with a hostile and

Navy personnel act as first responders during a simulated emergency on board HMAS Choules berthed at Fleet Base East in Sydney. Story by Lieutenant Max Logan. Photo by Able Seaman Benjamin Ricketts.

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Exercise tests response to electric shock victims in ships

10/06/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1577 Views 0 Comments Fleet Base East, HMAS Choules

Navy personnel at Fleet Base East joined forces with NSW Ambulance Service and Defence industry staff on May 31 to

Aviators from No 381 and No. 1 Security Forces Squadrons guide a pilot with protective clothing through the decontamination processes during Exercise Toxic Safari at RAAF Base Amberley. Story by Flight Lieutenant Robert Hodgson. Photo by Corporal Brett Sherriff.

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Exercise prepares aviators for toxic threats

26/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2290 Views 0 Comments Air Mobility Group, Combat Support Group, No. 1 Security Forces Squadron., No. 381 Squadron, No. 6 Squadron, RAAF Amberley

Air Force personnel at RAAF Base Amberley have tested their preparedness for the most dangerous warfighting environments: chemical, biological, radiological

Group Captain Andrew Figtree, Director - Test and Evaluation Directorate with trainee guide dog 'Roman', on the Aircraft Research and Development Unit flight line, at RAAF Base Edinburgh. Story by Leading Aircraftwoman Jasna McFeeters. Photo by Leading Aircraftman Stewart Gould.

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Guide dog Roman visits RAAF Base Edinburgh

26/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1265 Views 0 Comments RAAF Edinburgh

Roman, a golden retriever guide dog puppy, was a welcome sight at the Air Warfare Centre at RAAF Base Edinburgh

US Indo-Pacific Command Command Surgeon Rear Admiral Pamela Miller and Major General Michael Place watch a capability demonstration of the No. 3 Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron C-17 patient evacuation platform at RAAF Base Amberley in Queensland. Story by Ayesha Inoon.

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Agreement set to strengthen healthcare in Indo-Pacific

17/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1814 Views 0 Comments

The recent signing of a memorandum of cooperation between Australia and the US will lead to the establishment of an

Allison Currey (pictured) recently spent seven months away from her family deployed in the Middle East. Story by John Noble.

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RAAF support helps family stay connected

17/05/202220/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1501 Views 0 Comments Families week, Operation Accordion

Some of the greatest stress of service life is often experienced by the families of the men and women in

Lieutenant Julie Storok said her role as a Navy Reserve psychologist complemented her civilian role supporting the mental health of students and teachers. Story by Flight Lieutenant Nick O’Connor.

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Navy psychologist wins Prince of Wales award

11/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1695 Views 0 Comments HMAS Melbourne, Navy Reserve, Operation Slipper

A desire to broaden her skills in helping young people with acute mental health conditions has resulted in mid-north coast

Australian Army soldiers start the 10km Run Army event in Brisbane on Sunday, 24 April 2022. Story by Major Mark Beretta. Photo by Corporal Sagi Biderman.

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Fun Run raises more than $150,000 for Legacy

06/05/202206/05/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2101 Views 0 Comments ANZAC Day 2022, ARH Tiger, Run Army

Army’s second annual Run Army community fun run raised more than $150,000 for Legacy to support veterans and their families. CAPTION: Australian

Invictus Games 2020 competitors are cheered on by family and friends during one of the events at Invictus Games Park in The Hague, Netherlands. Story by Tina Langridge. Photo by Sergeant Oliver Carter.

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Family and friends are at the heart of Invictus Games

23/04/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1364 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games 2022

If our Invictus warriors are the masters of their fate, then the same can be said for their family and

From left: Private Tori Doherty, Lieutenant Joshua Mildrum and Captain Michele Muncaster, from the 3rd Health Battalion, provide administrative support during the pop-up clinic at Stepping Stones in Port Augusta, South Australia. Story by Captain Nathan Freeman.

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Health battalion praised for vital COVID support

16/04/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1612 Views 0 Comments 3rd Health Battalion, COVID-19 Assist, Indigenous

An Aboriginal community-controlled health service in Port Augusta, South Australia, has praised the invaluable support of the 3rd Health Battalion

The 808 Squadron MRH-90 Taipan helicopter prepares to take-off from HMAS Canberra during Operation Tonga Assist 2022. Story by Lieutenant Brendan Trembath. Photo by Leading Seaman Daniel Goodman.

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808 Squadron happy with versatility shown on Tonga Assist

16/04/202218/04/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2196 Views 0 Comments HMAS Adelaide, HMAS Canberra, HMAS Supply, MRH-90 Taipan, No. 808 Squadron, Operation Tonga Assist 2022

During Operation Tonga Assist 2022, crews from Navy’s 808 Squadron completed dozens of missions around the 169-island archipelago, including VIP

Invictus Games Team Australia competitors Matt Model (left) and Damien Irish (right) gift a pair of Team Australia swimmers to Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex. Story by Lucy Redford-Hunt. Photo by Flight Sergeant Ricky Fuller.

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Games kick-off with cheeky gift

16/04/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1386 Views 0 Comments

Team Australia is off to a cheeky start to the Invictus Games The Hague 2020, with competitors gifting Invictus Games

Invictus Games Team Australia competitors and their family and friends watch on as Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex addresses the crowd during the welcome reception held at the Nations Home, Invictus Games Park in The Hague, the Netherlands. Story by Lucy Redford-Hunt.

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Invictus Games begin today

16/04/202216/04/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1392 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games 2022

After four long years, the moment competitors and their families and friends have been waiting for has finally arrived –

The ship's company of HMAS Canberra shortly after completing the 96km March On challenge raising funds for Soldier On. Story by Lieutenant Laura Watman.

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Marching On deck for mental health

10/04/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1232 Views 0 Comments HMAS Canberra, Soldier On

HMAS Canberra‘s crew completed the 96km March On challenge raising funds for Soldier On while sailing home from Operation Tonga Assist 2022. CAPTION:

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It’s almost time! Team Australia prepares for the Invictus Games

24/03/202226/03/2022 Vanessa Bernardo 1780 Views 0 Comments

The Invictus Games The Hague 2020 is about to kick off, running from 16 to 22 April 2022 in the

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Will you rise with Aussie veterans? Join ZERO600

20/03/202220/03/2022 Vanessa Bernardo 1493 Views 0 Comments

Invictus Australia has today announced its inaugural fundraiser, ZERO600 – calling on Aussies to be up and outside at 6am

Warrant Officer Tim Cummins with his son, Jack, at Ship Wreck Bay in Golden Bay, Western Australia. Story by Petty Office Lee-Anne Cooper. Photo by Petty Officer Yuri Ramsey.

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Cancer battle motivates marathon effort

17/03/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1348 Views 0 Comments

Instead of hanging out with mates and playing sport, at 16, Jack Cummins was fighting for his life in hospital.

Invictus Games 2020 Team Australia competitors Scott Reynolds, right, and Emma Murfet, centre, during a cycling training camp with University of South Australia staff in Adelaide, SA. Photo by Corporal Kieren Whiteley.

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Cycling towards Invictus Games

14/03/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1529 Views 0 Comments Invictus Games, mental health

Former maritime warfare officer Scott Reynolds suffered from a range of medical conditions leading to his medical discharge from the