We understand you don't always have the time to read. With you in mind, we've converted some of The Cove's top reads into audio files so you can get more things done at once.
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Medics as a Force Multiplier in Critical Care Environments: An Insight Into Their Value in the Role 2 Basic
This article advocates for increased application of Army Medics within critical care environments. Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, conventional warfare has b…
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7 min
Refit to Fight
This article offers advice for how Defence Force members should use their Reduced Tempo Period. Throughout the training year, many Defence Force members do not have a chance to ach…
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12 min
Reflections on an Army Reserve Career
This article looks at the changes the author has seen from when they first enlisted into the Army Reserve in 1993, to now. My reason for joining the Reserves was twofold: the first…
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14 min
The Law of the Concrete Jungle: Army Cooperation in the Urban Littoral – Cove Comp '24
This is the 1st place entry in the soldier category of Cove Comp '24, which asked entrants ‘How does Army need to adapt to the changing character of war?’ The 2023 Defence Strategi…
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11 min
Followership vs Likership
Continuing on from a previous article, this article furthers the discussion on the concept of ‘likership’ and continues the debate on its definition and value as a characteristic o…
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13 min
Occam's Razor: Prioritising Simplicity in Planning and Execution
This article discusses the importance of utilising simplicity in planning and execution to increase chances of success. Occam’s Razor is a philosophic principle that seeks to reduc…
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8 min
Could Adaptive Sport be Key to Solving the Retention Challenge in the ADF?
This article argues for a renewed focus on sport and competition to promote faster recovery, improved retention, and a better organisational culture. The Australian Defence Force’s…
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12 min
Choco vs Baggie – The Undercover Kiwi
This article provides one soldier’s experience undertaking both Australian and New Zealand Army Reserve training. Choco – “Chocolate Soldier”. An Australian Army Reservist. That fu…
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13 min
The Distinguished Conduct Medal
This article explores the history of the first imperial decoration for gallantry, the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM), and the stories of a number of recipients of the medal, inc…
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8 min
Book Review | The Resilience Myth
This article provides a book review of The Resilience Myth, which challenges prevailing ideas about resilience that rely too much on individual effort and unbridled optimism rather…
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11 min
The Tyranny of Distance: Where Have All My Friends Gone?
This article advances the importance of military personnel forming real friendships to improve resilience to what may come, including the changing character of war.
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14 min
Book Review | The Ethics of Special Operations
This article provides a book review of 'The Ethics of Special Operations' in which the authors explore ethics across four primary missions: raids, recoveries, reconnaissance, and r…
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10 min
Book Review | Jus Post Bellum
A book review of ‘Jus Post Bellum: Restraint, Stabilisation and Peace’ which unpacks some failures of achieving lasting peace in conflicts since the end of the cold war and the eth…
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7 min
A Path to Future Ready from Google
This article suggests using Google’s 70/20/10 innovation model as an inspiration for adopting systems within Army to increase innovation.Australian soldiers have consistently demon…
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9 min
Air Defence in the Falklands War - Part 2
The second in a two-part series exploring air defence during the Falklands War and its lessons for modern conflict.The complexities of operating in an adverse air situation, where…
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9 min
Air Defence in the Falklands War - Part 1
This is the first in a two-part series exploring air defence during the Falklands War and its lessons for modern conflict.The Falklands War, fought between United Kingdom (UK) and…
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13 min
Resilience Lessons from a Pedalling Padre
This article provides a reflection on the resilience, teamwork, and self-awareness learned in endurance sport and Ironman triathlons, by Darren Cronshaw
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13 min
Purple Chaplaincy: Supporting an Integrated Force Towards 2045
This article explores the increasingly integrated role that chaplains undertake in the Joint Force and how it could be enhanced by 2045, by Darren Cronshaw
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4 min
Course Review | ADF Gender, Peace and Security Awareness (ADELE eLearning)
This is a review of the ADF Gender, Peace and Security Awareness Course, by Darren Cronshaw
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13 min
Book Review | Endure and The Comeback Quotient
Two book reviews of 'Endure' and 'The Comeback Quotient', two sports psychology books focusing on how the mental can be harnessed to push physical boundaries, by Darren Cronshaw