HMAS Cairns
Shepparton the First Lady of the Fleet
Survey motor launch HMAS Shepparton II is the longest-serving commissioned ship in the fleet.
Value of ships' long service acknowledged
The Navy’s oldest vessels, HMA Ships Paluma and Mermaid, were farewelled from service during a ceremony at HMAS Cairns at the weekend.
Navy personnel finalists in engineering awards
Two Navy personnel are finalists in their category in the annual Engineering Australia Engineer of the Year awards.
HMAS Paluma conducts final Freedom of Entry
The RAN's oldest ship, First Lady of the Fleet HMAS Paluma IV, has conducted a final Freedom of Entry in the lead up to decommissioning next month.
Festival marks 150 years of Christianity in Torres Strait
Navy personnel celebrated the Coming of the Light in the Torres Strait Islands on July 1.
'Cool' job offers variety
A job that sounded 'cool' to Able Seaman Deneki Stewart is now taking her to remote islands.
Survey work to make navigation safer
HMAS Melville's crew has completed survey work of poorly surveyed waters of the Bass Strait.
Putting underwater survey work on the map
Mapping the ocean floor is an important job in the Navy, providing a major capability during war and peacetime.
Recipe for success at sea
Australian Defence Vessel Cape Inscription Starboard’s catering crew has won the Silver Platter Award ─ Minor War Vessel.
Indigenous sailors on board with program
The latest recruits in the Navy Indigenous Development Program (NIDP) graduated at HMAS Cairns late last year.
Reef navigation a steep learning curve
Leading Seaman Benyam Gormiesa had a significant introduction to the role of officer of the watch when he navigated through the Great Barrier Reef.
Living his Navy dream
Joining the Royal Australian Navy is the culmination of a lifelong pursuit for one young sailor.
