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Managing air assets a vital role
Victoria’s State Control Centre has played a pivotal role in coordinating the multi-agency response during the bushfire crisis.
An important day not to be missed
The ADF ensured one reservist didn't miss her niece's first day at high school.
When learning and skills translate perfectly
Flight Lieutenant Rebecca Marshall put her Japanese language abilities to great use as international partners came to help Australia.
Air Force brings in the heavy machinery
Some Royal Australian Air Force heavy plant machinery was used to prepare bushfire defences south of Canberra recently.
Chaplains provide someone to lean on
One important but perhaps less tangible role in Operation Bushfire Assist is the one being performed by military chaplains.
Indigenous connection makes job easier
The bushfire crisis became an opportunity for Indigenous communities on the NSW east coast to reconnect.
From Jiu-Jitsu champ to Army officer
National Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Champion is headed for an exciting career after appointing as an Army officer late last year.
Army driver delivers
One Army Reserve driver has been happy to help out in and around Canberra during the bushfire crisis.
An artist's impression of deployment
Imagery is a big part of Captain Julian Thompson’s life.
Learning lessons on the home front
When Squadron Leader Del Gaudry realised she lived in a fire-prone area, she joined the local brigade.
Helping all creatures great and small
The Army’s small number of veterinary officers have been in high demand during Operation Bushfire Assist.
Making a difference in Iraq
On New Year’s Eve, smoke wafted from a tobacco pipe at the Taji Military Complex north of Baghdad to mark another year gone and a new one’s beginning.
