Defence
Long-standing ties reaffirmed in time of need
Papua New Guinean Defence Force personnel are proving the strength of neighbourhood bonds as they help communities in East Gippsland.
From blue water classic to vital supply role
In a summer of extremes, one minute Corporal Ashton Brooks was in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race and the next she was coordinating cargo movements.
Pushing through to protect what's left
Inspired by ADF efforts to help people affected by flooding in Queensland, Leading Aircraftman Clay Brown is making a difference with his dozer.
Fuel-time job to keep the power on
A massive effort is taking place behind the scenes to meet energy needs in isolated Victorian communities.
The day Albatross came under attack
It was all hands to the pumps as New Year's Eve flames licked at the base on the NSW south coast.
The logistics of feeding an army
Distributing donated food to emergency service personnel across Victoria is no easy feat.
RAAF Striker a welcome sight
Firefighters from RAAF Base Richmond are supporting high-tempo helicopter operations to fight bushfires southwest of Sydney.
ADF expertise used in delicate dam retrieval
Navy divers and Army drivers have helped pull a ditched firefighting helicopter from a NSW reservoir.
Canteen service stocked with generosity
All facets of Defence are being mobilised to help those Australians doing it tough.
Joining forces to create firebreak
The Alpine region of NSW is experiencing a joint-force effect as Army and Air Force engineers unite to build a section of a containment line in the
Defence bases open to evacuees
Due to the bushfire crisis, Defence has opened bases from Brisbane to Adelaide for the use of people needing short-term evacuation assistance.
Busy hub keeps skies and hopes open
RAAF Base East Sale is proving to be a nerve centre for Victorian relief operations.
