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Defence placement a time of discovery
University student Charli Goodrich contributed to several forensic analysis projects during her 12-month placement with Defence.

Making an impact in engineering
Squadron Leader Louise Burr has won the 2021 Australian Defence Magazine Women in Defence Award for engineering.

Flying high over career choice
Sitting in the front seat of a helicopter, with its cutting-edge sensor and weapon systems, is a standard day at the office for a maritime aviation...

Potential realised in different uniforms
As a volunteer firefighter and a Navy marine engineer officer, Lieutenant Loretta Binder has achieved things far beyond what she thought possible.

Discovering unique challenges and benefits
Flight Lieutenant Rosie Taouk knows how important different perspectives are for problem solving.

On the world stage
Representing Air Force on the world stage has been a common occurrence for aircraft technician Sergeant Brooke Saunders.

Endless possibilities in Navy career
Tinkering with V8 supercars or 3D printing firefighting equipment may seem like unusual projects for a Navy marine technician.

Navy officer leads Antarctic expedition
Captain Rebecca Jeffcoat has started her job as station leader at Australia’s oldest Antarctic research outpost, Mawson Station.

Mentor inspiring other women
International Women’s Day provided an important opportunity to discuss the contribution and impact of women.

Adventure and new opportunities
Lance Corporal Chloe-Meg Cooper joined the Army because it was something she always wanted to do.

Moving towards gender equality
As International Women's Day approaches, Defence reflects on the contribution women have made in the ADF over the years.

Paving the way
Private Nargis Fatima is helping update Army’s uniform to include modesty options for Muslim women.