Cyclone Jasper Prompts Daring Evacuation by Royal Australian Navy
HMAS Brisbane successfully evacuated four personnel from the Bureau of Meteorology who were stationed on a remote weather station on Willis Island, located off the Queensland coast.
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Army Reserve Sharpens Air Assault Skills in Central Queensland
Central Queensland recently hosted a series of air assault operations by the Australian Army Reserve's 31st/42nd Battalion and C Squadron, 5th Aviation Regiment. This 10-day Exercise Brahman Stride highlighted the troops' readiness and skill in aviation missions, underscoring their capability for diverse operational scenarios.
Army Engineers from Townsville Champion Infrastructure Revival on Manus Island
The community of Manus Island has expressed gratitude to the Townsville's 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment for their efforts in rebuilding infrastructure during the Exercise Puk Puk initiative in Papua New Guinea.
Townsville: New Home to $700M Apache Helicopters
The Albanese Government is investing $700 million in Townsville to support new Apache helicopters from 2025. This investment aims to strengthen the Australian Defence Force's operations and bring high-skilled jobs to the city, while enhancing Australia's overall military capabilities.
End of an Era: HMAS Benalla and Shepparton, Decommissioned
HMA Ships Benalla and Shepparton have been decommissioned during a small ceremony held at HMAS Cairns today.
Art in Uniform: Anne Dufficy’s Indigenous Storytelling on Duty
Armed with a paintbrush, Anne Dufficy creates pieces that transcend borders and cultures, connecting her unique story to her mission with Operation Mazurka, an Australian contingent tasked with implementing the security provisions of the Egyptian-Israeli Treaty of Peace.
Inquiry after 10 survive army chopper crash into water
Ten ADP personnel have survived after the helicopter they were on plunged into water off the NSW south coast during a routine training exercise.
Rheinmetall begins full-scale production of Queensland made Boxer CRVs
Full-scale local production of the Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles (CRVs) has commenced in Queensland, marking a significant milestone for the state's defence manufacturing capabilities.
First Nations Soldiers’ Legacy Honoured as Army Marks 80th Anniversary of Torres Strait Battalion
The Australian Army recently joined the Torres Strait Islands community in commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Torres Strait Light Infantry Battalion, the largest Indigenous unit ever formed in Australia's military history.