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808 Squadron defends engineering title
It was mate against mate before a gas turbine engine roared to life at 200,000rpm signalling the end of the 2020 Aviation Engineering Challenge.

Chance meeting leads to cultural awakening
While Lieutenant Damian Briggs has always known he was Indigenous, it is not something he embraced until recently.

Making connections at cultural workshop
The connection between helicopters and boomerangs was discussed at the Defence Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Network.

Making others' lives a little better
It was supposed to be a one-off occasion when Albatross Command team members visited a local women and children's refuge.

Navy moves inland
Royal Australian Navy personnel from multiple ships are working together on Operation COVID-19 Assist.

Navy pilot tests his skills with the best
Flying helicopters for the Royal Australian Navy is a childhood dream come true for Lieutenant Commander Michael Hardy.

Fond memories of services back home
Able Seaman Elizabeth Jones has fond memories of Anzac Day commemorations in her home town of Launceston.

Lost crew of 'Shark 02' remembered
In the close-knit world of Defence aviation, April 2 is a sombre day for many personnel.

ADF champion shots on target
Top Australian Defence Force combat shooters tested themselves in a range of challenging shoots at the Australian Army Skill at Arms Meet in March.

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.

Deployed to help firefighting effort
It's a long way from her Perth school days for one pilot supporting firefighting efforts in NSW.