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Royal Canadian Navy Halifax-class frigate HMCS Regina, Royal New Zealand Navy Polar-class auxiliary ship HMNZS Aotearoa and Royal Australian Navy Hobart-class destroyer HMAS Sydney conduct a dual replenishment at sea during the sea during RIMPAC 2026 off the coast of Hawaii. Photo by Leading Seaman Lauren Pugsley.

Friends sail together at RIMPAC*

24/07/202624/07/2026 Posted by Brian Hartigan 609 Views 0 Comments

HMAS Sydney rendezvoused with good friends and partner nations during the sea phase of Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) in the

The flying launch and recovery system (FLARES) carries an Integrator UAV to launch altitude during a vertical-take-off-and-landing (VTOL) capability display at Jervis Bay Airfield. Photo by Leading Seaman Danyellah Hill.

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New long-range drone takes off for Navy

23/07/202623/07/2026 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1337 Views 1 Comment

Royal Australian Navy’s 822X Squadron has flown the A-61 Integrator tactical uncrewed aerial system for the first time, marking a

Royal Australian Navy Clearance Divers from HMAS Yarra and Royal Solomon Islands Police Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal Department personnel dive to the wreck of the Kinugawa Maru near Honiara, Solomon Islands, during Operation Render Safe. Photographer unknown.

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Diving for lethal treasure

19/07/2026 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1195 Views 0 Comments Operation Render Safe

ADF and Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) experts discovered more than 11 tonnes of World

Commander Submarine Force Commodore Daniel Sutherland and Commodore Flotillas Commodore Simon Howard open the new submarine bridge simulator during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Submarine Training and Systems Centre, HMAS Stirling. Story by Lieutenant Joshua Sewell. Photo by Leading Seaman Zac Dingle.

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New simulator boosts submarine readiness

15/07/2026 Posted by Mike Hughes 750 Views 0 Comments HMAS Stirling, simulation facility, Submarine Training and Systems Centre (STSC)

The Submarine Training and Systems Centre (STSC) at HMAS Stirling has officially opened a new submarine bridge simulator, enhancing the way submariners

The MQ-28A Ghost Bat demonstrates integration with other platforms during Exercise Valiant Shield. Story by Squadron Leader Shaun Donnelly. Photo by Senior Airman Austin Salazar, US Air Force.

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Ghost features at US Exercise Valiant Shield

15/07/202617/07/2026 Posted by Mike Hughes 816 Views 0 Comments Exercise Valiant Shield, MQ-28A Ghost Bat

The future of Indo-Pacific defence and security was put to the test during Exercise Valiant Shield. CAPTION: The MQ-28A Ghost

Sergeant Bradlee Ledger, Lieutenant Odette Swaine and Flight Lieutenant Saurav Kataria during a demonstration of the air delivery drone known as Aladdin at RAAF Base Edinburgh, SA. Story by Flight Lieutenant Holly Ryan. Photo by Flight Sergeant Rob Hack.

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Cargo drone launched from C-130

10/07/202612/07/2026 Posted by Mike Hughes 637 Views 0 Comments aladdin, drone, Exercise Jericho Dawn, RAAF Edinburgh

The successful launch of an air delivery drone, known as Aladdin, from a C-130J Hercules has demonstrated how emerging technologies

The crew of HMAS Diamantina salute during a wreath-laying ceremony honouring those lost aboard HMAS Canberra I during World War II near Honiara, the Solomon Islands. Story by Captain Jacob Joseph.

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Powerful reminder of service and sacrifice

09/07/202609/07/2026 Posted by Mike Hughes 734 Views 0 Comments Australian Defence Vessel Reliant, HMAS Canberra (I), HMAS Diamantina, Operation Render Safe, Solomon Islands, WWII

Able Seaman P.D. Mackintosh was at his aircraft defence post when he saw two torpedoes streak past the port side

HMAS Diamantina sails ahead of HMAS Yarra as the ships depart Cairns during Operation Render Safe. Story and photo by Captain Jacob Joseph.

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Minehunter crews eager to help

26/06/202626/06/2026 Posted by Mike Hughes 972 Views 0 Comments Australian Defence Vessel Reliant, HMAS Diamantina, HMAS Yarra, Huon-class Minehunter, Operation Render Safe, Tuvalu

A Royal Australian Navy task unit departed Cairns on June 19, bound for the Pacific nation of Tuvalu to search

Defence scientists test emerging sensor technologies to build a clearer picture of the coastal environment during a recent trial. Story by Robert Nutbrown.

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Beach survey teams assess new tech

26/06/2026 Posted by Mike Hughes 815 Views 0 Comments DSTG, Littoral Manoeuvre Group

Defence scientists are working closely with the Australian Defence Force to strengthen Army’s ability to operate in coastal areas. CAPTION:

The next generation of aviation warfighters graduates at HMAS Albatross. Story by Sub-Lieutenant Dishant Shah.

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New cohort of pilots graduate

26/06/202628/06/2026 Posted by Mike Hughes 838 Views 0 Comments HMAS Albatross, No. 723 Squadron

The Royal Australian Navy and Australian Army welcomed a new cohort of aviation professionals last month following the Joint Helicopter

Sail Training Ship Young Endeavour. Story by Sub-Lieutenant Peta Binns.

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New initiative strengthens health care at sea

26/06/202626/06/2026 Posted by Mike Hughes 761 Views 0 Comments Young Endeavour

A new health support initiative from the Fleet Health Directorate has enhanced medical care for more than 300 young Australians

HMAS Moreton hosts a 100th birthday celebration for World War II veteran Doris Fay Royle. Story by Lieutenant Michael Wilson. Photos by Warrant Officer Shane Cameron.

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A century of service and spirit

25/06/2026 Posted by Mike Hughes 809 Views 0 Comments

HMAS Moreton welcomed one of its earliest members home on June 16, as World War II veteran Doris Fay Royle marked her

HMAS Toowoomba sails past an offshore oil platform in the Indian Ocean, off the coast of Western Australia. Story by Lieutenant Marcus Middleton. Photo by Leading Seaman Dominic Turkalj.

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Keeping an eye on reserves at sea

25/06/202628/06/2026 Posted by Mike Hughes 853 Views 0 Comments HMAS Toowoomba

After HMAS Toowoomba’s recent regional presence deployment, navigator Lieutenant Harrison Rees said the North West Shelf Project was a welcome sight for

Minister for Defence Richard Marles and A/g Assistant Director General Strategic Engagement and Policy Branch Australian Submarine Agency, Dr Kate O’Shaughnessy discuss an education display at the Australian Submarine Agency’s Submarine Discovery Centre in Rockingham, Western Australia. Photo by Leading Seaman Zac Dingle.

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Submarine Discovery Centre opens in Rockingham

20/06/202620/06/2026 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3398 Views 1 Comment AUKUS

The Albanese Government has officially opened the WA Submarine Discovery Centre in Rockingham – a new information hub where the

HMAS Sydney V sails past the mast of HMAS Sydney I as the ship departs for a Regional Presence Deployment, Sydney Harbour, NSW. Photo by Petty Officer David Cox.

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HMAS Sydney departs on Regional Presence Deployment

13/06/202613/06/2026 Posted by Brian Hartigan 965 Views 0 Comments HMAS Sydney

Royal Australian Navy Hobart-class destroyer HMAS Sydney sailed from Fleet Base East in Sydney Harbour on Tuesday 9 June, commencing the third

Members of ship’s company on parade during the commissioning of HMAS Eyre at HMAS Stirling, WA. Story by Lieutenant Mark Tesoriero. Photos by Able Seaman Jayden Fahy.

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HMAS Eyre commissioned

05/06/202607/06/2026 Posted by Mike Hughes 7485 Views 1 Comment Arafura-class offshore patrol vessels (ACOPV), Fleet Base West, HMAS Stirling, HMAS Eyre

Australia’s maritime frontline has been strengthened with the commissioning of HMAS Eyre in a ceremony at Fleet Base West. CAPTION: Members of

Medical personnel from the 2nd Health Battalion use a deployable CT scanner at a Role 2 Enhanced treatment facility on Exercise Viper Walk at Gallipoli Barracks, Enoggera. Story by Captain Chris Wade. Photo by Private Alli Craig.

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CT scanner a game changer for medics in the field

05/06/202605/06/2026 Posted by Mike Hughes 860 Views 0 Comments 2nd Health Battalion, Exercise Viper Walk, Gallipoli Barracks

It’s widely regarded as one of the most important medical innovations of the past 50 years, earning its inventor –

HMAS Supply, foreground, and JS Kumano conduct a replenishment at sea during Anti-Submarine Warfare Exercise. Story by Lieutenant Natalie Starkoff. Photo by Lieutenant Fred Bates.

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Aussie Supply fuels Japan’s Kumano at sea

04/06/202604/06/2026 Posted by Mike Hughes 545 Views 0 Comments Anti-Submarine Warfare Exercise (ASWEX), HMAS Supply, Japan Maritime Self Defence Force

HMAS Supply has conducted a replenishment at sea with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force frigate JS Kumano during Anti-Submarine Warfare Exercise (ASWEX). CAPTION: HMAS Supply,