Operation Bushfire Assist
Chinook unit's hours a record
An Army unit has achieved a record for the most hours flown in a month by the Australian CH-47 Chinook fleet.
Local flock makes call sign Shepherd 'official'
An Army chaplain has been honoured by the community of Corryong for his work in the area during the bushfire crisis.
Managing air assets a vital role
Victoria’s State Control Centre has played a pivotal role in coordinating the multi-agency response during the bushfire crisis.
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.
