HMAS Adelaide
808 Squadron shows its versatility in Tonga
Navy crews from Navy's 808 Squadron completed dozens of missions during Operation Tonga Assist 2022.
Landing with a little help from a friend
A Tongan town official cleared his land with a machete to allow a Navy helicopter to land during Operation Tonga Assist 2022.
Robotics a key factor in career choice
When it came time to choose a career, Captain Elise McKenzie knew aviation was the right move.
HMAS Canberra arrives home
HMAS Canberra arrived home in Sydney on March 29 after supporting the Tongan people as part of Operation Tonga Assist 2022.
Like ships in the night
When the Navy’s biggest ships rendezvoused in Tonga in early March, two Defence families had instant family reunions.
HMAS Canberra returns from Tonga
HMAS Canberra, her crew and embarked forces have arrived in Townsville following their deployment on Operation Tonga Assist 2022.
Farewell acknowledges work of Pacific family
A farewell ceremony at Tonga’s Vuna Wharf has been held on March 16 to thank personnel who have been operating together from HMAS Canberra.
Mates reunited in Tonga
RAN Midshipman Callum Masters had a contactless reunion with Tongan Navy Midshipman Paula Ulakai.
HMA Ships Adelaide and Supply return home
HMA Ships Adelaide and Supply have returned to their home port in Fleet Base East following Operation Tonga Assist.
Chaplain broadcasts prayers to Tonga
Navy Chaplain Simote Finau delivered devotional prayers on Radio Tonga while deployed on Operation Tonga Assist 2022.
Family reunion with a difference in Tonga
Ten years is a long time to be away from home and, for one Tongan-born Australian Army soldier, it was a bittersweet return.
Nepal-born sailor's first time at sea rewarding
From the quiet and open plains of Chitwan in Nepal to the bustling streets of Melbourne, Australia, Seaman Dhan
