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Female Navy helicopter pilot inspires others

Within the humble capital lie countless war stories and heroes, some immortalised in memorials and some standing next in line at the grocery store. Among them is Kate Munari, Australia’s only female Navy helicopter pilot to ever fly in Afghanistan.

Canberra tank podcasters make tracks worldwide

Canberra podcasters share their love of armoured vehicles with listeners across the globe in Totally Tanked.

North Korea tests long range missile

North Korea has sent a suspected intermediate-range missile soaring into space in a move condemned by the US military's Indo-Pacific command.

Inquiry told of ‘dark side’ to military

A royal commission has been told of a culture of torment and marginalisation in the defence forces.

Sky’s the limit for these Navy pilots

Navy helicopter pilots hold a highly coveted position in the Australian Defence Force, sought after for their priority in rescue missions, medical evacuations, and disaster relief. The Navy has a slightly higher female...

Retired soldiers helping with crop harvest

Retired soldiers are swapping their fatigues for farm gear and volunteering to help Australian growers hamstrung by labour shortages.

Uneasy calm in Guinea after apparent coup

Uneasy calm has returned to the streets of Guinea's capital Conakry as its citizens await the announcement of a new government after the apparent overthrow of President Alpha Conde by an elite army unit.

Myanmar protests recall 1988 uprising

Protests against Myanmar's military government have broken out across the nation, on the anniversary of the bloody suppression of a 1988 uprising against a previous army junta.

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