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| 30 Nov 2012 |
Weapons stolen from Navy vessel Early in the morning of Friday 30 November 2012 an intruder overwhelmed a duty member onboard a patrol boat alongside HMAS Coonawarra. The intruder overpowered the duty member, accessed the vessel’s armoury and removed a number of weapons. The person then departed the vessel with the weapons. The incident was reported to NT Police. Defence is now working in conjunction with police in the conduct of their investigation. |
| 30 Nov 2012 |
Navy Vietnam heroes honoured with US citation I join the Minister for Defence Science and Personnel Warren Snowdon, and Parliamentary Secretary for Defence Senator David Feeney in congratulating a team of Australian Navy veterans who have been honoured for their service and sacrifice during the Vietnam War. More..... |
| 29 Nov 2012 |
Officers and Instructors of Cadets recognised The Government today announced its response to the recommendations of the independent Defence Honours and Awards Appeals Tribunal inquiry into the recognition of contributions made by officers and instructors of the Australian Cadet Force. More..... |
| 29 Nov 2012 |
FM CN AUSTRALIA RAN MESS AND FORMAL DINNER TOASTS 1. In 2009 the NGN Strategy identified Navy's need to review our existing customs and traditions to ensure they appropriately reflect what it means to serve in today's diverse Navy. Under the auspices of NGN Culture Project - Modernise Our Customs and Strengthen Navy Heritage, a broad review was conducted. More..... |
| 27 Nov 2012 | Today the fair go campaign stepped up a notch with the release of their new web site format. See 'Links' page. |
| 27 Nov 2012 |
New physical standards open paths for women in Defence The opening of all roles within the Australian Defence Force is a step closer with Army about to complete its Physical Employment Standards Project review of all employment categories. More..... |
| 26 Nov 2012 |
Apology to people subjected to sexual or other forms of
abuse in Defence Today as Minister for Defence I deliver an apology on behalf of the Government to the men and women of the Australian Defence Force who have suffered sexual or other forms of abuse in the course of service to the Australian Defence Force and their country. More..... |
| 26 Nov 2012 |
Australia and Papua New Guinea complete naval exercise Defence ties between Australia and Papua New Guinea were strengthened during Exercise Paradise in waters off Cairns. More..... |
| 26 Nov 2012 |
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| 26 Nov 2012 |
Statement from General David Hurley, Chief of the Defence
Force “Today the Minister for Defence has announced details of the Government’s response to the DLA Piper Review of Allegations of Sexual and other Forms of Abuse in Defence. More..... |
| 26 Nov 2012 |
Implementation of Defence cultural reform – Pathway to
Change Minister for Defence Stephen Smith today provided an update on implementation of the Defence cultural reform program, Pathway to Change: Evolving Defence Culture and announced that implementation would be subject to enhanced Parliamentary oversight, including through an Annual Report to the Parliament by the Minister. More..... |
| 26 Nov 2012 |
Treatment of women in the ADF Minister for Defence Stephen Smith today gave an update on the Defence response to Phase 2 of the review into the treatment of women in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) conducted by the Federal Sex Discrimination Commissioner, Ms Elizabeth Broderick, on behalf of the Australian Human Rights Commission. More..... |
| 26 Nov 2012 |
Government response to the review into allegations of sexual
or other forms of abuse in Defence Minister for Defence Stephen Smith today announced the Government’s response to the Report of the DLA Piper Review into allegations of sexual or other forms of abuse in Defence (‘the Review’) received in April this year. More..... |
| 26 Nov 2012 |
Australia and Papua New Guinea complete naval exercise Defence ties between Australia and Papua New Guinea were strengthened during Exercise Paradise in waters off Cairns. More..... |
| 25 Nov 2012 |
NCCV Newsletter Click here to view the Naval Commemoration Committee of Victoria's November newsletter 'Rogue's Yarn'. |
| 22 Nov 2012 |
HMAS Choules – Update In September 2012 Defence provided an update on the circumstances surrounding the defect which occurred on one of the propulsion transformers in HMAS Choules in June 2012. This updates that advice. More..... |
| 20 Nov 2012 |
MINISTERIAL FORUM ON VETERANS’ AFFAIRS Ministers from Veterans’ Affairs portfolios from across the globe joined together in Canberra on 19-20 November to discuss issues affecting servicemen and women, particularly current serving men and women. Represented at the table was: Australia, the United States, Canada and New Zealand. More..... |
| 20 Nov 2012 |
BRINGING AWARENESS TO INVISIBLE WOUNDS A new series of online videos aims to bring more awareness of the mental health issues faced by some of our current and ex-serving members of the Defence Force, following active service. The Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Warren Snowdon, said the videos offer an insight into the experiences of veterans and current sailors, soldiers, airmen and women, and their families post deployment. More..... |
| 20 Nov 2012 |
Chief of Navy honoured by Indonesia Australia’s ties with Indonesia have been further strengthened with the Australian Chief of Navy receiving one of Indonesia’s highest military honours. Vice Admiral Ray Griggs travelled to Jakarta for the ceremony where he was presented with the Indonesian Navy Meritorious Service Star. More..... |
| 19 Nov 2012 |
Projects of Concern Summit Minister for Defence Materiel Jason Clare today begins a two-day summit involving meetings with senior Defence officials and CEOs of companies that have projects on the Projects of Concern list. More..... |
| 19 Nov 2012 |
2013 Australian Defence Force Media Embed Program Request for Expressions of Interest Broadcast and print journalists are invited to submit expressions of interest for the 2013 Australian Defence Force (ADF) Media Embed Program. The ADF will offer media embed opportunities in Afghanistan, East Timor, Solomon Islands and Gulf of Aden and limited opportunities to embed with other ADF personnel serving on other missions or activities. More..... |
| 19 Nov 2012 |
Funeral Service RADM W.J. Rourke AO RAN Rtd. 1. A Service Funeral will be held for Admiral Rourke at 1300 Friday 23 November at the Garden Island Chapel, Sydney. Uniform S1 with mourning brassards (swords optional). 2. A wake will follow at the HMAS Kuttabul Officers and Senior Sailors Mess (formally Wardroom). 3. In lieu of floral tributes, Admiral Rourke's family have asked that donations are made to the Chris O'Brien Life House at www.lifehouserpa.org.au 4. Condolence letters may be sent to Commander Andrew Rourke - 146 Greville Street, Chatswood West, NSW 2067 or email address 5. HMAS Kuttabul POC for administrative matters is the Executive Officer, LCDR Adam Joyner, Tel No: 02-93593367 or email |
| 16 Nov 2012 |
 Australian
and New Zealand Defence Ministers boost ANZAC Defence cooperationAustralian Minister for Defence Stephen Smith and New Zealand Minister of Defence Dr Jonathan Coleman met today in Perth for the Annual Australia-New Zealand Defence Ministers’ meeting. The Ministers shared perspectives on regional and global security issues, identified areas of further practical Defence cooperation and acknowledged the ultimate sacrifice made by Australian and New Zealand defence personnel in Afghanistan. More..... |
| 15 Nov 2012 |
Parliamentary Secretary for Defence – Speech to the Submarine Institute of Australia Biennial Conference – Canberra In late 1910 the then Australian Government ignored the advice of the Department of Defence, and Admiralty, by purchasing two E class Submarines. Determined politicians with a keen strategic eye led the RAN towards establishing a submarine arm. A submarine arm that proved to be an invaluable asset to Australia and its allies during the First World War. A world war that placed considerable demands upon the Royal Australian Navy, demands that, as history tells us, the Navy had foreseen and was well designed to confront. More..... |
| 15 Nov 2012 |
 Minister for Defence – Defence space cooperation – space
situational awarenessAs part of the 2012 Australia-United States Ministerial Consultations (AUSMIN) in Perth on 14 November, US Defense Secretary Leon Panetta and I signed a Memorandum of Understanding regarding the establishment of a jointly-operated C-band radar space surveillance installation at the Harold E. Holt naval communication facility in Exmouth, Western Australia. More..... |
| 15 Nov 2012 |
 Minister
for Defence – Australia-United States Ministerial Consultations
(AUSMIN)On 14 November, the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator Carr and I hosted the US Secretary of State, Hillary Rodham Clinton and the US Secretary of Defense, Leon E. Panetta, for the annual Australia-United States Ministerial Consultations (AUSMIN) in Perth. More..... |
| 14 Nov 2012 |
Minister for Defence – AUSMIN 2012 Communique We met today in the city of Perth – Australia’s Indian Ocean capital – to reaffirm the value of the Australia-US Alliance in helping to shape the security and prosperity of the Asia Pacific, while also contributing to global security, good governance and the rule of law. Our commitment to the region and its future remains enduring and steadfast. More..... |
| 14 Nov 2012 |
 US
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton visits Perth for AUSMINPerth is in a virtual state of lockdown with the arrival of US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for the annual Australia-US ministerial consultations held alternately in the United States and Australia. More..... |
| 14 Nov 2012 |
Collins submarine sonar support contract awarded Minister for Defence Materiel Jason Clare today announced that Thales has been awarded a $22.2 million contract to update sonar equipment for the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines. More..... |
| 14 Nov 2012 |
Submarine Institute of Australia, 6th Biennial Conference 58 sailors in a steel hull 78 metres long, 8 metres wide, hundreds of feet below the surface of the ocean for weeks at a time. That’s why we are here today. Those sailors rely on us to deliver to them the capability they need to do their job. It’s an important job. Submarines are our most important strategic defence asset. So we must get it right. More..... |
| 12 Nov 2012 | Navy League of Australia (Victoria Division) November Newsletter |
| 09 Nov 2012 |
 Arrangement
signed for the Spanish Armada Ship Cantabria to deploy to Australia
in 2013Minister for Defence Stephen Smith and Minister for Defence Materiel Jason Clare today announced that Chief of the Royal Australian Navy, Vice Admiral Ray Griggs, AO, CSC, RAN, has signed the project arrangement between the Australian and Spanish Navies for the deployment to Australia of the Spanish Armada Ship, SPS Cantabria from mid-February until November 2013. The Cantabria deployment is a unique opportunity for both Navies and will strengthen the bilateral relationship between Spain and Australia. More..... |
| 08 Nov 2012 |
 15th
Annual Chiefs of Defense ConferenceThe 15th Annual Chiefs of Defense Conference was held in Sydney this week bringing together a number of Asia-Pacific Defence Chiefs. The conference theme was “Two Oceans, One Region: Strengthening security in the Asia-Pacific and Indian Ocean”. More..... Official group photo of
participating |
| 06 Nov 2012 |
Chief of Navy – LHD Piracy story On Tuesday 6 November 2012, The Australian newspaper published an article (Warship’s 12,000 mile detour gives high-seas pirates a wide berth). The article claimed that the Australian Navy had declined to provide a security escort for the Heavy Lift ship Blue Marlin transporting the RAN’s new Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) ship through the Gulf of Aden. This is incorrect. More..... |
| 05 Nov 2012 |
Department of Defence INFORMATION DEFGRAM NO 766/2012 Issue Date: 5 November 2012 Expiry Date: 5 February 2013 CESSATION OF THE TIMOR–LESTE SOLIDARITY MEDAL... More..... |
| 05 Nov 2012 |
Transition to new health arrangements complete Australian Defence Force members would continue to receive top quality health care under the new arrangements with Medibank Health Solutions which came into full effect today, Commander-Joint Health Command Rear Admiral Robyn Walker said today. More..... |
| 05 Nov 2012 |
Chief of Navy – NT News Armidale Class Patrol Boat claims On Monday 5 November 2012, the NT News published an article (Flaws in patrol fleet await design solution) which claimed that a structural review was launched into the Armidale Class Patrol Boat (ACPB) Fleet because the newspaper had reported that the ACPB fleet was in urgent need of repair. This is inaccurate and misleading. More..... |
| 05 Nov 2012 |
2013 International Fleet Review Cruise For anyone interested in going to the IFR, and would like a good view, Captain Cook cruises have a range of cruises you can book. Go to this link to view full details. NVN is not recommending these cruises, we are just informing you of their availability. |
| 05 Nov 2012 | Statement of Principles concerning MYELOMA No. 69 of 2012 for the purposes of the Veterans’ Entitlements Act 1986 and Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004. More..... |
| 03 Nov 2012 |
 Navy frigate conducts helicopter medical evacuation from
cruise shipA Seahawk helicopter from the Royal Australian Navy frigate HMAS Toowoomba has conducted an evacuation of an ill passenger from the cruise liner MV Sea Princess off the West Australian coast. More..... View the video..... |
| 03 Nov 2012 |
Navy Cadet Training Ship Noarlunga best in Australia Training Ship (TS) Noarlunga was today awarded ‘Most Efficient Training Ship’ of the year by the Navy League of Australia. The award was presented by the Chief of Navy, Vice Admiral Ray Griggs. More..... |
| 02 Nov 2012 |
Navy makes significant contribution to Ocsober again The Royal Australian Navy has again participated in Ocsober, with ships and establishments all over Australia coming together to form teams and raise funds to support Life Education in their quest to teach Australian children to make good choices when it comes to alcohol. More..... |
| 01 Nov 2012 |
Telstra Preferred Tenderer for Terrestrial Communications Telstra has been selected as the Preferred Tenderer for the provision of Terrestrial Communications Services to Defence, following a value for money evaluation. More..... |
| 01 Nov 2012 |
Air Warfare Destroyer tests torpedos Minister for Defence Materiel Jason Clare today announced that firing tests of torpedo launchers for the new Hobart Class Air Warfare Destroyers (AWD) have been held in Adelaide. More..... |
| 01 Nov 2012 |
Defence and security in the Asian Century The Australia in the Asian Century White Paper emphasises that the ongoing prosperity of Australia is irrevocably tied to the sustainable security of our diverse region. The Australia in the Asian Century White Paper outlines a long-term strategy to position Australia to benefit from the opportunities of the Asian century, while managing future challenges. More..... |
| 01 Nov 2012 |
Exercise Croix du Sud 2012
 An embarked Lighter Amphibious Resupply Cargo approaches the stern door of HMAS Tobruk, off Koumac, New Caledonia, for a visit from VIPs during Exercise Croix du Sud 2012. Australian Defence Force personnel participated in the biennial French-led multi-national humanitarian assistance and disaster relief exercise. The Royal Australian Navy Heavy Landing Ship HMAS Tobruk, provided command and control and sea lift support during the exercise, which was held in waters off New Caledonia late October. |
| 01 Nov 2012 |
 Lost
WWII Planes Discovered In Mint Condition In Myanmar JungleTwenty-five years ago a British farmer by the name of David Cundall overheard a group of American World War II vets discussing how they had buried a squadron of unused Supermarine Spitfire fighter planes in the jungles of Burma. The plan was to leave them there until the RAF needed them... More..... |
| 01 Nov 2012 | DFWA Update #276 October 2012 |
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Anzac Centenary Events
2014 - 2018
The Anzac Centenary (2014 – 2018) will shine a spotlight on the
commitment and sacrifice of those who served in the First World War.
Across Victoria, there will be a number of commemorative events marking key dates throughout the Centenary.
OCTOBER 2015
ANZAC Naval Commemorative Ball - 17 October 2015
The Naval Commemorative Committee Victoria, invite all serving ADF personnel, Australian and Allied Veterans along with family and friends, to attend the ANZAC Naval Commemorative Ball on Saturday 17 October 2015 at (New Venue) The Atrium, Flemington Racecourse, 448 Epsom Rd, Flemington (10 Minutes from the CBD). Dance to the Music of the RAN Dance Band. The Ball is open to all serving and former members of the ADF, NZDF, Reserves, Cadets, families, friends, Police, Emergency Services, our Allies and the General Public.
Full details at: http://www.anzacball2015.org/p2 and http://www.anzacball2015.org/p6
Navy Ball Flyer.....
Navy Ball Information page.....
Navy Ball Booking Form.....
Should you wish to register an event, go to the Anzac Centenary website.
Across Victoria, there will be a number of commemorative events marking key dates throughout the Centenary.
OCTOBER 2015
ANZAC Naval Commemorative Ball - 17 October 2015
The Naval Commemorative Committee Victoria, invite all serving ADF personnel, Australian and Allied Veterans along with family and friends, to attend the ANZAC Naval Commemorative Ball on Saturday 17 October 2015 at (New Venue) The Atrium, Flemington Racecourse, 448 Epsom Rd, Flemington (10 Minutes from the CBD). Dance to the Music of the RAN Dance Band. The Ball is open to all serving and former members of the ADF, NZDF, Reserves, Cadets, families, friends, Police, Emergency Services, our Allies and the General Public.
Full details at: http://www.anzacball2015.org/p2 and http://www.anzacball2015.org/p6
Navy Ball Flyer.....
Navy Ball Information page.....
Navy Ball Booking Form.....
Should you wish to register an event, go to the Anzac Centenary website.