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Frigate returns after six-month deployment
HMAS Toowoomba has returned to her home port at Fleet Base West, Western Australia, following a successful deployment on Operation Manitou.

Giving deployed troops a taste of home
ADF chefs have been deployed on Operation Accordion in the Middle East to help feed personnel.

Toowoomba heads home after successful mission
HMAS Toowoomba is returning home after completing a six-month deployment to the Middle East on Operation Manitou.

Airman recognised for excellence
Leading Aircraftman Matthew Shomali has been awarded Airman of the Rotation in the Middle East.

Indigenous soldier sets an example
Private Zion Connors reflects on National Reconciliation Week from the Middle East region.

Appreciating differences in security role
There is no denying the importance of Tassie-raised Sergeant Lenard Johnson’s security role on Operation Mazurka in Egypt.

Improvisation and adaptation
A RAAF physical training instructor is contributing to the physical and mental strength of personnel deployed to the Middle East.

No day is the same for loadmaster
From the beaches of Coffs Harbour to the sands of the Middle East, Corporal Callen Burmester is flying high.

All set to enjoy the little treasures in life
Stationed in the Middle East region, Corporal Bianca Atkinson will be reflecting on family this Mother's Day.

Another working day for this mum
Corporal Rachel Murray will experience the ultimate in physical distancing on Mother’s Day.

Four good reasons to smile for service mum
Squadron Leader Renee Burke has four reasons to smile this Mother’s Day.

Three generations of service
Private Oliver Atkinson Perillo will be thinking about the impressive legacy of his grandad and great greatfather this Anzac Day.