Sharai Blowes
Royal Australian Navy…
Brian Anau
Gudang Yadhaykenu, Far North QueenslandPrivateKauraraig, Torres Strait51st Battalion, Far North Queensland RegimentRegional Force Surveillance GroupAustralian Army Reserve “To survive in peace and harmony, united and strong, we must have one people, one nation, one flag.”…
Tommy Riyakurray Munyarryun OAM
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2023, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Yolngu – Wangurri Clan Warrant Officer Class TwoNORFORCERegional Force Surveillance GroupAustralian Army Medal of the Order of AustraliaAustralian Operational Service Medal – Border ProtectionDefence Long Service MedalAustralian Defence Medal “I am proud to continue my Elders’ tradition of wearing Army greens and […]…
Daniel Kosez-Florence
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2023, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Dharawal Corporal Indigenous Recruitment Team Royal Australian Air Force Australian Defence Medal ”Serving country has given me pride, and I hope to inspire the next generation to want to serve.” After leaving school in 2002 I started an apprenticeship as a vehicle […]…
Erol Williams
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2023, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Ugar (Stephens Island), Tag Clan, Torres Strait Islander Petty OfficerMaritime Logistic Chef, SubmarinerRoyal Australian Navy Australian Service Medal with clasp Special OpsDefence Long Service MedalAustralian Defence Medal “Be a proud deadly role model to your family and community.” My name is Erol […]…
Stacey Allen
Royal Australian Navy Medals Australian Defence Medal…
Doris M. (aka Sue) Follent (nee Bellear)
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2023, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Ancestral: Waka Waka Nation, born and living on Bundjalung Country PrivateRoyal Australian Army Nursing CorpsAustralian Army “If someone needs help, offer your assistance. Be kind and generous with your time and offer it freely.” I am from a family of Mother, Father […]…
Tenaya Mourish
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2023, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Nyoongar Able SeamanRoyal Australian Navy Australian Defence Medal “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” I was born and raised in Perth, Western Australia. I joined the Navy as a Marine Technician in April 2018 straight after graduating high […]…
Vivian Messa
Royal Australian Navy…
Matthew Thompson
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2023, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Yuggera and Mununjali Man Leading Seaman Boatswain’s MateRoyal Australian Navy Australian Operational Service Medal – Border ProtectionAustralian Defence Medal “I hope to use the skills and experience learnt in the RAN to inspire the Jarums within my community to achieve whatever they […]…