Navy

Sailor's commitment close to home
The bushfire crisis has hit close to home for Leading Seaman Tina Dummett, who is currently posted to HMAS Adelaide.

Personal connection motivates medical personnel
A key component of the Australian Defence Force response to Operation Bushfire Assist 2019-20 is the medical and first aid services being provided

A sturdy platform in a time of crisis
HMAS Adelaide is proving to be a big asset for Australians needing help.

All clear for Navy divers
Seven sailors have graduated from one of the toughest courses Navy has to offer at the Australian Defence Force Diving School.

Husband and wife make patrol boat history
A married couple in Darwin has become the first husband and wife in Royal Australian Navy history to command patrol boats at the same time.

Overseas deployments the priority in 2019
Navy’s Surface Force capped off a busy year, with most of its combatants deploying overseas.

A busy year for Young Endeavour
It has been a busy year for the Navy-operated Sail Training Ship (STS) Young Endeavour.

From the desert to diving for Alice Springs sailor
It’s always surprising to meet someone who grew up surrounded by desert who went on to become a Navy clearance diver.

Small boats achieve big things
The achievements of the smallest vessels in Navy's fleet rivalled those of the largest major surface ships in 2019.

Respect for lost namesake
HMAS Armidale's crew paused to remember acts of bravery and sacrifice in World War II.

Submarine Force provides Christmas joy
Members of the Submarine Force based at HMAS Stirling, Western Australia, recently gifted food and toys to the local St Vincent de Paul ch