Tianita Jane (TJ) McDonnell
“Joining the Army at 38, I have found it to be the most rewarding job. I am proud to put my uniform on everyday and tell my children about the history of what this uniform means. I am proud to wear this uniform both as a proud Indigenous Woman and Mum. I pay my respects […]…
Chris Duffy
“It was an honour to serve our country and protect the values that we as a nation hold dear. These values hold true and unite us as a community regardless of colour, race, gender, religion or ability.” – Chris Duffy Chris Duffy Wiradjuri and Yorta YortaMajorAustralian Army Aviation CorpsAustralian Army Medals Australian Active Service Medal […]…
Raelene Pearson
“Know your roots, know your people and culture and carry that with you everywhere you go. What you do will help pave the way for the next generation who will be the leaders of the future.” – Raelene Pearson Raelene Pearson Torres Strait Islander – Kaiwalagal, Kulkalgal and Kemer Kemer MeriamPrivate1st Battalion, Royal Australian RegimentRoyal […]…
Tracey Hoffmann
“You can achieve anything if you put your mind to it. Never give up on yourself.” – Tracey Hoffmann Tracey Hoffmann Descendant of the Gubi Gubi and Kulali people from CharlevilleMajorRoyal Australian Army Nursing CorpsAustralian Army Medals Australian Operational Service Medal – Border ProtectionDefence Long Service MedalAustralian Defence Medal “Born and raised in Brisbane, I […]…
Ryen Hughes
“Being able to serve my country and protect the land where my people have lived on for thousands of years has been a true honour.” – Ryen Hughes Ryen Hughes Kuku YalanjiPrivateRoyal Australian Army Medical CorpsAustralian Army “I was born in Townsville in November of 2002. I was born into an Army family and spent […]…
Doris M. (aka Sue) Follent (nee Bellear)
“If someone needs help, offer your assistance. Be kind and generous with your time and offer it freely.” – Doris M. (aka Sue) Follent Doris M. (aka Sue) Follent Ancestral: Waka Waka Nation, born and living on Bundjalung CountryPrivateRoyal Australian Army Nursing CorpsAustralian Army “I am from a family of Mother, Father and eight siblings. […]…
Zoe Fairweather
“Don’t let anything hold you back from following your dreams.” – Zoe Fairweather Zoe Fairweather KamilaroiPrivateRoyal Australian Corps of TransportAustralian Army “I am a proud Kamilaroi girl. I grew up in Sydney, NSW and enlisted into the Australian Regular Army in June 2022. I spent 17 weeks doing Army Indigenous Development Program (AIDP) at Kapooka […]…
Tiarna Leschke
Tiarna Leschke PrivateRoyal Australian Corps of TransportAustralian Army…
Jackson Field
Jackson Field Australian Army…
Jamaya Gray
Jamaya Gray CorporalAustralian Army…