As we reflect on the D Day landings, it’s worth considering the enduring complexity of amphibious operations. Link below is to the Joint Staff study for Op CAUSEWAY: developed in 1944 for a potential operation to seize Formosa from Japanese forces. ntrl.ntis.gov/NTRL/dashboard…

Today one of my closest friends trusted me with the 3 RAR lanyard he wore from private to regimental sergeant major, and the regimental hat badge bearing the kings crown. I will be honoured and proud to wear them in my next job. #DutyFirst #OldFaithful

The Australian Amphibious Force prepare to take the beach under the cover of darkness... 👀

Today Australian Army published the ‘Australian Army Contribution to the National Defence Strategy 2024’. This simple document aims to explain to all Australians the Army’s role, character and value as part of the new National Defence Strategy. Link: army.gov.au/our-work/strat…

It is great to see this in the public domain. The Army is getting on with the direction it received in the NDS. It now needs to be appropriately staffed & resourced to achieve this.

It doesn’t get much clearer than this. Have a read.

Fergus McLachlan, AO Agreed Gus, this is great work by Army. JCG are also working on our version to cover Space and Cyber Domains too. Watch this space in a few months!

An excellent end to a productive week being invited to close out & farewell the 2024 Australian Defence College Joint Warrant Officer Course. These joint & integrated #YourADF Senior Enlisted Leaders, alongside valued international colleagues, will be a Commanders ‘force multiplier’ 💯🙌🇦🇺🫡