McConnelly
McConnelly SeamanRoyal Australian Navy…
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 […]…
Leon Kaese
Leon Kaese Papua New Guinea (PNG)Petty OfficerAvionics TechnicianRoyal Australian NavyTraining & Development OfficerRoyal Australian Air Force Medals Defence Long Service MedalAustralian Defence Medal…
Joseph West
“I have failed so many times in so many ways, including my four attempts at Year 12 before achieving the grades to become an Army Officer. Each setback has taught me the importance of ‘Failure Myopia’ – having a shortsighted view of failure, where failure is not the final verdict but instead a temporary detour […]…
Jermaine Ostrofski
“We are strong, we’ve survived this long. So, don’t hold back, follow your dreams and chase those goals. And always: Stay Deadly, Stay Proud, Stay Strong.” – Jermaine Ostrofski Jermaine Ostrofski Wulli Wulli, Waka WakaOfficer CadetIntelligence Officer TraineeAustralian Defence Force AcademyRoyal Australian Air Force ConstableNorthern Territory Police Force Medals NT Police Valour Medal 2024 – […]…
John Scrutton
“I wish I had found a place where the hand of man has never set foot yet…I would have built a little cabin and left the world behind…” – John Scrutton John Scrutton Wulwulam and Woolwonga PeopleCorporalAir Frame FitterRoyal Australian Air Force Medals Australian Service Medal 1945-75 with clasp SE AsiaDefence Force Service MedalAustralian Defence […]…
Jemahl Casper
“The motto for Transport Corps is ‘Par Oneri’ – You have to be equal to the task ahead. Understand what is ahead, and you will achieve. Strive for success, serve your country and be proud of being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.” – Jemahl Casper Jemahl Casper Goreng Goreng and Torres Strait Islander manCorporalRoyal Australian […]…
Jeff McCormack
Jeff McCormack AboriginalSergeant3rd Battalion Royal Australian RegimentAustralian Infantry CorpsAustralian Army Medals General Service Medal 1962 with clasp Malay PeninsulaAustralian Service Medal 1945-75Reserve Force Medal with 2 claspsNational MedalAustralian Defence Medal “I was born on 3 February 1944 in Adelaide, but there was a lot of fighting because dad was never around, and mum would always […]…
Hay
Hay Australian Army…
Gilbert Green
“The Army made me a better person, and if I had to do it again, I would.” – Gilbert Green Gilbert Green Bundjalung nationPrivateRoyal Australian Infantry CorpsCorporalRoyal Australian Corps of Military PoliceAustralian Army Medals Australian Active Service Medal 1945-75 with clasp VietnamVietnam MedalAustralian Defence MedalAnniversary of National Service 1951-1972 MedalRepublic of Vietnam Campaign MedalInfantry Combat […]…