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Chief of Army Lieutenant-General Rick Burr gives an address during the commissioning of RSC Kuursi. Photo: Sgt Tristan Kennedy
4 May 2022
Army, Defence Operation Resolute

New vessel supports Thursday Island operations

Chief of Army took part in a ceremony on Thursday Island to name a new 51st Battalion, Far North Queensland Regiment, watercraft. 
Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, prepare to take participants of the Proud Warrior Youth Engagement Program for a ride in the Zodiac MK2 inflatable boat at Pallarenda Beach, Queensland, in September. Photo: Corporal Brandon Grey
22 December 2021
Army Engagement

Warriors steer youth down right path

The Army-led Proud Warrior program has been making a big difference in the lives of youths in the Townsville area.
Lieutenant Sebastian Jingle at the conclusion of the part-time officer commissioning program graduation ceremony at Holsworthy Barracks, Sydney. Photo: Sergeant Nunu Campos
10 December 2021
Army Indigenous

Lt Jingle a community trailblazer

Lieutenant Sebastian Jingle is the first known Indigenous Australian from the western Cape York region to commission in the Army Reserve.
Army vehicle mechanic Warrant Officer Class Two James Gorman inspects a G-Wagon in the workshops of the 51st Battalion, Far North Queensland Regiment, at Porton Barracks in Cairns.
4 November 2021
Army

Remote work is rewarding

The drive from Cairns to the Cape York Peninsula is a road well-travelled for the craftsmen of the 51st Battalion, Far North Queensland Regiment.
Leading Seaman Breanna Jacobs-Rochford photographed Sarpeye Warriors Privates Leo Akriba, left, and Jerry Anau from the 51st Battalion, Far North Queensland Regiment, during the Coming of the Light festival on Darnley Island in the Torres Strait.
9 July 2021
Navy Indigenous

Shining a light on cultural awareness

Attending the Coming of the Light Festival on Erub Island in the Torres Strait was a memorable experience for two sailors.
Army reservist Corporal Kristopher Smith supporting the Queensland Police Service in the remote area of Thorntonia as part of Operation COVID-19 Assist.
10 June 2020
Army COVID-19

Healthy balance for work and life

Corporal Kristopher Smith points to the civilian work benefits of Army Reserve service, and the influence it can have.
Chief of Army Lieutenant General Rick Burr talks to soldiers from the 51st Battalion, Far North Queensland Regiment and The Pilbara Regiment. Note: image was taken before social distancing requirements. Photo: Sergeant Sebastian Beurich
28 May 2020
Army Reconciliation

Synergy in the north

This National Reconciliation Week, the Regional Force Surveillance Group reflects on achievements and relationships forged.

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