John Adidi
“A Great Honour and Privilege to serve the Nation and Country.” – John Adidi John Adidi Torres Strait Islands (Saibai Island – Shark Clan)Able SeamanMTP Mechanical Technical PropulsionRoyal Australian Navy Medals Australian Service Medal 1945-75 with clasp FESRAustralian Defence Medal “I am of the Shark clan from Saibai Island in the Torres Strait and part […]…
Whap
Whap Torres StraitCadet SeamanAustralian Navy CadetsRoyal Australian Navy…
Gordon
Gordon Royal Australian Navy…
Kaima Kabere
“Life is a challenge. As an Indigenous woman in the defence force, I am representing my family’s name, my Mob and my culture. No matter where I am, I will always know where I come from.” – Kaima Kabere Kaima Kabere Meriam Nation (Murray Island), Dauareb TribeAble SeamanCombat Systems OperatorWharf Operations Team 1-4HMAS CoonawarraRoyal Australian […]…
Sharai Blowes
Sharai Blowes Royal Australian Navy…
Erol Williams OAM
“Be a proud deadly role model to your family and community.” – Erol Williams Erol Williams OAM Ugar (Stephens Island), Tag Clan, Torres Strait Islander Petty Officer Maritime Logistic Chef, Submariner Royal Australian Navy Medals Medal of the Order of Australia Australian Service Medal with clasp Special Ops Defence Long Service Medal Australian Defence Medal […]…
Stacey Allen
Stacey Allen Royal Australian Navy Medals Australian Defence Medal…
Tenaya Mourish
“Be the change you wish to see in the world.” – Tenaya Mourish Tenaya Mourish NyoongarAble SeamanRoyal Australian Navy Medals Australian Defence Medal “I was born and raised in Perth, Western Australia. I joined the Navy as a Marine Technician in April 2018 straight after graduating high school. I completed my basic, employment and trade […]…
Vivian Messa
Vivian Messa Royal Australian Navy…
Matthew Thompson
“I hope to use the skills and experience learnt in the RAN to inspire the Jarums within my community to achieve whatever they put their minds to.” – Matthew Thompson Matthew Thompson Yuggera and Mununjali ManLeading Seaman Boatswain’s MateRoyal Australian Navy Medals Australian Operational Service Medal – Border ProtectionAustralian Defence Medal “I grew up all […]…