HMAS Coonawarra
Eclectic career continues with Navy commission
A former soldier and sailor has returned to Navy as a commissioned officer.
A pawfect day at Darwin animal shelter
The team at HMAS Coonawarra took some time to provide community service and engagement at the local Darwin animal shelter.
Anzac Day in the Top End
On Anzac Day, sailors and officers from HMAS Coonawarra and its resident units visited remote areas of the NT.
Top efforts in the Top End rewarded
Commander of the Australian Fleet Rear Admiral Mark Hammond handed out awards during a recent visit to HMAS Coonawarra.
Change in management fuels Navy capability
Refuelling operations and management at HMAS Coonawarra have been handed back to Navy personnel.
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.
Marking service and sacrifice at sea
For Commander Douglas Falconer, Anzac Day this year will be marked at sea in HMAS Adelaide rather than at his local RSL dawn service.
Husband and wife make patrol boat history
A married couple in Darwin has become the first husband and wife in Royal Australian Navy history to command patrol boats at the same time.
