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Testing times for pioneer pilot
When retired Wing Commander Robyn Clay-Williams joined the Air Force in 1979, she was told there were no female pilots.

Sporting chance to honour those on front line
ADF members last month took part in a sports festival that honoured all those who have been on the front line during last year's emergencies.

Small ships give big honour to WWII veteran
Former World War II Women’s Auxiliary Australian Air Force telephonist Thelma Zimmerman has received a medallion for her support of the United States...

Quartet lead the way close to home
Air Force members posted to Victoria’s RAAF Williams and RAAF Base Point Cook made a contribution to fighting COVID-19 in their own backyard.

Soldier yachtie twice competed in Sydney to Hobart
Today was meant to be the day Army's Warrant Officer Class 2 Meika Wright set sail on the Sydney to Hobart yacht race.

Retiring warrant officer a pace-setter
After 38 years of service in the Air Force, Warrant Officer Jen Riches has put down her pace stick.

Small boats offer big rewards
Working in a small team on a small boat offers plenty of variety for sailors.

Soldier to spend festive season at sea
Private Louise Joselyn is embarked in Australian Defence Vessel Cape Inscription.

Top student praises supporters
Lieutenant Johnston received the Leeuwin Trust Fund Sword for being dux of the Maritime Logistics Officers Application Course in 2019.

Sailor counts down to Christmas
Able Seaman Britney Beech has been looking forward to Christmas for months.

Bushfires inspire cadet to join the Army
The 2013 Blue Mountains bushfires inspired Officer Cadet James Boidin to join the Army.

New challenges on offer each day
A recruiting slogan first inspired Sergeant David Hutton to join the ADF.