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Sappers bring the thunder with live ammo
Combat engineers launched into an explosive training program on Exercise Thunder Rage in Townsville last month.

Sailors and soldiers go head to head at Lavarack Barracks
Ahead of Exercise Sea Explorer, soldiers from 3rd Brigade welcomed US sailors for a friendly soccer match.

Robots take to the field
Army has taken a step closer to making interactions with robots a regular occurrence for soldiers in the field.

Warriors share knowledge
ADF personnel have completed the Olgeta Warrior training mission in Papua New Guinea.

Thunder strikes over Townsville beaches
Sappers have stormed Townsville beaches during Exercise Thunder Strike, achieving their small-boat certification.

Anzac pride on show in Middle East
Captain Alex Heuston is currently deployed on Operation Okra and will commemorate Anzac Day in Kuwait.

Sappers tackle technical training
Sappers from the 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment have tested their technical skills in the field environment during Exercise Dingo Fury.

Show of capabilities improves understanding
Townsville-based Army units displayed their capabilities so each unit could learn more about the equipment used by others in the brigade.

A life-changing program
The Indigenous Pre-Recruit Program aims to give Indigenous Australians the best chance of success in Defence.

A boost to morale
Soldiers have brightened the lives of North Queensland widows through a community engagement activity with Legacy Townsville.

Task group helps in any way it can
Task Group Dingo has worked hard to assist civil authorities transition from firefighting to recovery efforts in Victoria’s alpine region.

Agencies work together to make a difference
Australian Army and Papua New Guinean Defence Force officers have worked with various agencies at the Swift’s Creek Incident Control Centre.