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Soils a feature of symbolic ceremony
Soil collected by traditional custodians of RAAF Base Townsville featured in the Centenary Welcome Ceremony for Air Force’s centenary celebrations.

Squadron brings expeditionary skills to Cape York
Personnel from No. 383 Contingency Response Squadron explored Cape York in the northernmost reaches of Queensland for Exercise Woomera Strike.

Spartan brings Christmas cheer to remote locations
Air Force and Army have combined forces to spread some Christmas cheer in remote areas of Queensland and the Torres Strait Islands.

Pat on back for top dogs
The best Air Force military working dogs and handlers have been recognised, with two shields awarded to personnel from No. 2 Security Forces Squadron.

Apprentices reunited at presentation
After 40 years of service, Flight Lieutenant Bruce Lowth was presented with his Federation Star.

Cultures come together over bush tucker BBQ
The Combat Survival Training School at RAAF Base Townsville held a barbecue using Indigenous survival skills and cooking methods.

Supporting young civilian pilots
RAAF air traffic control personnel from No. 452 Squadron made a special presentation to civilian student pilots.

Spartan proves airborne-operations capabilities
The C-27J displayed many capabilities during Exercise Ready Spartan Prove.

New Indigenous artwork for training school
A new Indigenous artwork has been launched at the Combat Survival Training School at RAAF Base Townsville.

Outstanding contribution recognised
Flight Sergeant Jason Bond was presented with the annual Mayor of Townsville Award.

Trade ambitions lead to one-of-a-kind experience
South African-born Corporal Petrus Badenhorst is bringing diversity and enthusiasm to his role as a ground support equipment technician.

Historical journey for two vintage aircraft
Two vintage RAAF aircraft have made an 1800km road journey from RAAF Base Amberley to their new home.