Operation Bushfire Assist
An important day not to be missed
The ADF ensured one reservist didn't miss her niece's first day at high school.
Ship's water-making capability put to the test
Surrounded by water but not a drop to drink. Where does a Royal Australian Navy ship source its drinking water?
When learning and skills translate perfectly
Flight Lieutenant Rebecca Marshall put her Japanese language abilities to great use as international partners came to help Australia.
Cooperation key when so many need our care
ADF personnel are working with Victorian authorities to manage the massive task of wildlife recovery.
Air Force brings in the heavy machinery
Some Royal Australian Air Force heavy plant machinery was used to prepare bushfire defences south of Canberra recently.
ADF evacuates endangered marsupials
The Australian Defence Force evacuated 26 endangered Eastern Bettongs to Victoria when the bushfires threatened their habitat.
Chaplains provide someone to lean on
One important but perhaps less tangible role in Operation Bushfire Assist is the one being performed by military chaplains.
'Wallaby Airlines' made for macropod mercy flight
It was fitting that a No. 35 Squadron C-27J Spartan was tasked with transporting endangered marsupials away from the ACT danger zone.
Task group opens door to locals
Residents in Omeo, Victoria, got a closer look at some of the vehicles and equipment they’d seen around town recently.
Health team bonds over call to heal island
ADF personnel thrust into the scorched South Australian landscape have worked closely together to deliver their best for the community.
Chaplain brings solace to bushfire victims
Chaplain Paul Ghanem lets people know they are not alone and that Australia is here to care for and support them.
Soldiers get warm welcome in alpine region
Victoria's Alpine Shire has been home to soldiers of Joint Task Force 646, who have provided support during the bushfire crisis.
