Leikea Tabuai
“As we work together across generations, let’s not forget that our shared dedication to these principles contributes to creating a community where we can thrive and support one another. My actions were motivated by a deep commitment to upholding the values that defined us, safeguarding the freedom we value, and ensuring that future generations had […]…
Shirly Mooney OAM
“I enjoyed the discipline and friendship in military life and nursing.” – Shirly Mooney OAM Shirly Mooney OAM Retired Army NurseRoyal Australian Army Nursing CorpsServed in military hospitals in Darwin and Karrakatta, WA treating battle casualties from the Malayan Emergency in the 1950s Medals and Awards Medal of the Order of AustraliaAustralian Defence Medal “My […]…
Troy McDonald
“Life’s hardships should not be the things that define us. All people have different coping mechanisms, that said, these experiences need to be the reference points for personal growth and the development of individual resilience, whatever life dishes up it is our choice as to how we respond. Trauma, dispossession, loss are mere way points […]…
Terry Walker
“I don’t see serving my country as a task or a job but an honour.” – Terry Walker Terry Walker Murrawarri tribeRetired CorporalRoyal Australian EngineersAustralian ArmyEast Timor & Afghanistan Veteran Medals and Awards Australian Active Service Medal with clasps East Timor & ICATInternational Force East Timor MedalAfghanistan MedalDefence Long Service Medal with 2 claspsAustralian Defence […]…
Ricky Morris
“To serve my country is to continue the long history of my family’s service to this country in all conflicts that Australia has been involved in and to carry, with pride, the warrior spirit of the ‘Fighting Gunditjmara’ clan.” – Ricky Morris Ricky Morris Gunditjmara ManWarrant Officer Class TwoRoyal Australian EngineersAustralian Army4th Brigade Formation Elder […]…
Richard Herbert (Dickie) Bligh (deceased)
“I had always lived and worked in the bush. I had never lived in a house with running water or electricity. I wanted a different life, a future with more opportunities. I knew about Vietnam. I wanted to fight for my country, for All Australians. On 13 March 1968, when I was 21, I took […]…
Phillip McLeod (deceased)
“Respect for Elders is the most important thing. You must have respect for your Elders because they are the ones that teach the next generation to survive.” – Phillip McLeod Phillip McLeod Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community, Jervis Bay TerritorySapper32 Small Ship SquadronRoyal Australian EngineersAustralian Army Medals Australian Active Service Medal 1945-75 with clasp VietnamVietnam MedalNational […]…
Patrick Blaik
Patrick Blaik Warrant Officer Class 1Australian Army…
Natalie Klak
“I never had the honour to meet my father. He died a soldier, a long way from his home, when I was a baby. I was so proud to serve in the Australian Army. I felt so connected to my country. I felt so connected to my people that served before me. But more importantly, […]…
Lloyd Watego
“Don’t be afraid to learn new things, everyone makes mistakes, and we can learn from them. Never give up, believe in and respect yourself, and have faith. Then, you will be able to face the obstacles that come into your life, knowing you are not alone. Do the right thing, even when no one is […]…