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Soldiers tackle demanding warfighting challenges in pursuit of glory during the Duke of Gloucester Cup at Tully Training Area and Townsville Field Training Area.

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Several armed military personnel emerge from the bush, one stepping directly into the light.
Soldiers from 2RAR conduct patrols. Photo: Cpl Lisa Sherman
A man with camo paint on his face uses a measuring device on a map.
Pte Carl Jankowitz, of 1RAR, completes a navigation exercise. Photo: Cpl Lisa Sherman
Two military members carry a roll of barbed wire.
1RAR soldiers place a wire obstacle. Photo: Cpl Lisa Sherman
A close-up shot of a military man wearing glasses, a headphone set and a covering over his head and mouth.
A 1RAR soldier during a live-fire serial at the Marksmanship Training Range. Photo: Cpl Lisa Sherman
Several military members crouch behind a trench wall; one of them throws something like a ball.
3RAR soldiers prepare to throw a smoke grenade during a trench assault. Photo: Cpl Lisa Sherman
An armed soldier runs around barbed wire and rocks with pink smoke in the air.
A 3RAR soldier enters the trench during an assault. Photo: Cpl Lisa Sherman
Three armed military members crawl beneath a large rope net.
2RAR soldiers crawl beneath netting during an obstacle course. Photo: Cpl Lisa Sherman
Two soldiers carry a fake casualty through a trench.
3RAR soldiers move simulated casualties during a trench assault. Photo: Cpl Lisa Sherman
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