Trenchline
Tactics
Navigating Terrain Analysis Part 1: The benefit of incorporating enemy analysis into terrain analysis
The Military Appreciation Process is a long and arduous process. Here, MAJ Hagerty looks at the process and breaks it down to help streamline this important task.
Tactics
Writing Competition: Making the CSST 'Manoeuvre', in order to survive and generate operational tempo
CSSTs have long operated with CSSB tactics. They are slow and cumbersome and therefore moving a CSS node requires significant time investment. Robert Gibson has some other ideas.
Tactics
“Are we tac or non-tac?” - Overcoming the inconsistency of the ‘semi-tac’ working environment
James Fagg is frustrated by the inconsistencies in expected tactical behaviours. He proposed some ground rules that can easily be incorporated into orders so that soldiers know what is expected of...
Values
The Slouch Hat
The Slouch Hat is known and respected around the world and across the Australian community. Members should be proud to wear it and do so on every possible occasion.
Leadership
Tips for New Platoon Commanders
The Cove's collation of articles and resources for new Lieutenants and Platoon/Troop Commanders.
Values
1000 Miles to Light
1000 Miles to Light seeks to provide an opportunity to reconnect and to inspire through endurance running.
Leadership
Cove Challenge: 'Junior Commander Memoirs'
Coming to the end of a year always invokes reflection. Why not share your lessons with the 2022 newly appointed Junior Commanders to give them the helping hand you wish you had received.
Leadership
I Wish I Had Known That... - Interview with RSM-A on his top 5 responses
Join us for an interview with RSM-A with his top 5 responses for the 'I wish I had known that...' campaign.
Training
Smart Soldier - The Science of Learning
In this article from Smart Soldier edition 54 we look how the brain works and the controlling reaction to sensory input as well as the storage of information.
Training
ASLO - Simulation Progress Update
An update on the Army School of Logistic Operations' training transformation work.
Training
Who is Instructing: You or Your PowerPoint?
'One of the most important considerations when using a PowerPoint presentation is the planning of how it is used to support the lesson, not drive the lesson'. Siobhan McSweeney encourages instructors...
Training
#ICYMI - We are on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
The Cove Podcasts explore aspects of PME within the Australian Army in an accessible and convenient format. There's something for everybody currently available.
Values
1000 Miles to Light
1000 Miles to Light seeks to provide an opportunity to reconnect and to inspire through endurance running.
Values
Link | #ICYMI | Make your bed
It's time to get inspired! There remains value in the advice Admiral William McRaven shares in this short 20 min video.
Values
Understanding Self-Control
Self-control is like a muscle that can become fatigued, therefore military leaders should be conscious of this vulnerability.
Values
How Binding is your Psychological Contract?
Psychological Contracts - Are they enough to ensure our soldiers fulfil their duties lawfully, loyally and faithfully? This article details how our individual perception can shape our commitment and...
Soldiers' Fives
Smart Soldier - Australian National Flag Basics
Do you know the correct flag procedures? This article from Smart Soldier will ensure you get it right.
Soldiers' Fives
The After Action Review
This video provides advice on how to conduct an After Action Review.
Soldiers' Fives
Blueprint for a Lesson
This video provides practical advice on how to structure a lesson.
Soldiers' Fives
Leadership Principles
In this short video, Brad Percy discusses the practical application of leadership.
Leadership
Honest Mistakes and Better Soldiers
This article contains advice on how to address mistakes to make for better soldiering.
Leadership
Tips for New Platoon Commanders
The Cove's collation of articles and resources for new Lieutenants and Platoon/Troop Commanders.
By The Cove
Leadership
Tips for New Regimental Sergeant Majors
This article is a library of helpful resources for Regimental Sergeant Majors.
By The Cove
Leadership
Journey - Leading Transformation
If you are looking for challenging opportunities to develop your leadership skills whilst obtaining micro-credentialing towards an MBA, register for the Q&A session on 09 Dec 21.
By The Cove
Leadership
Tips for New Sub-Unit Commanders
Learn from those before you. A short reading list for new sub-unit commanders.
By The Cove
Innovation and Adaptation
Chief of Army's Award for Instructional Excellence
Instructor of the Year for 2020, SGT Joshua Foster, shares his experience and provides useful tips for all our instructors to modernise Army's training approach.
By The Cove
Leadership
Responsibility, Accountability and Culpability – Three Cognitive Pillars to guide command comprehension and decision making
A senior officer shares on the cognitive pillars they have used to guide their command and decision making process.
Leadership
Communication and Planning and on the Job Learning - A Junior Officer's Reflection
A junior officer reflects on the importance of communication and on the job learning.
By Ashby Green
Leadership
Important Leadership Attributes of Junior Officers
This article expands on Army's five values and how they relate to junior leadership.
By Aiden Sauer
Leadership
Tips for new Commanding Officers
This article is a library of helpful resources for newly appointed Commanding Officers and their staff.
By The Cove
