International

Defence co-hosts virtual convention on air safety
With the aim of improving aviation safety, the Defence Aviation Safety Authority joined civilian counterparts in a landmark virtual convention.

Ballarat on target in Malabar
HMAS Ballarat proved to be a highly capable partner during the first phase of Exercise Malabar.

Lieutenants step up to foster Fijian ties
In a first, two Australian lieutenants have completed the Republic of Fiji Military Forces infantry captains’ course.

Deployment an honour for First Nations soldier
Originally from South West Rocks, Private Myah Peters is deployed on Operation Accordion in the Middle East region.

Seahawk soars with Carrier Strike Group
HMAS Ballarat’s embarked MH-60R Seahawk played a valuable role with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group during a passage exercise.

Testing kits to protect multinational force
Australian personnel in Egypt will be better protected from a COVID-19 outbreak after receiving 500 testing kits.

Reunion on the high seas for Ballarat pilot
An Australian flight commander had an unexpected reunion with two former trainee United States naval aviators while exercising on the high seas.

No rest on eve of Arunta return
Ship's company maintains high tempo of HMAS Arunta's five-month deployment.

On watch for manoeuvres
Officers of the watch in HMAS Ballarat successfully manoeuvred the ship during Exercise Malabar.

New rotation arrives in the Middle East
A new rotation of personnel to Air Task Group 630 has arrived in the Middle East.

Indian naval officer thanks Ballarat for rescue role
An Indian naval officer visited HMAS Ballarat to thank the crew for their part in his rescue during the 2018 Golden Globe Race.

Lightning cooperation spans ocean
Air Force participated in Exercises Lightning Spear and Lightning Ferry in the United States.