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Navy Member Stood Down After Hidden Camera Found on HMAS Leeuwin

Navy Member Stood Down After Hidden Camera Found on HMAS Leeuwin

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ThreatCluster •October 19, 2026 at 22:21 UTC
  • •A hidden camera was found in a female-only cabin on HMAS Leeuwin.
  • •A navy member has been stood down with pay during the investigation.
  • •No evidence has been found of footage being shared online.

A hidden video recording device was discovered in a female-only cabin on the HMAS Leeuwin, prompting an investigation by the Australian Defence Force (ADF). The device was found on October 11, 2026, leading to the identification of a navy member as a person of interest. This individual has been stood down with pay during the ongoing investigation, which aims to determine if any footage was shared online. Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Matthew Buckley stated that no evidence of footage sharing has been found so far. The incident has raised serious concerns regarding the privacy and dignity of female sailors. Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy condemned the behavior as unacceptable. An audit of all navy ships was conducted, revealing no additional devices. The Joint Military Police Unit and Australian Federal Police are assisting with the investigation.

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Timeline

2026-10-11
Recording device discovered
A hidden video recording device was found in a female-only cabin on HMAS Leeuwin while docked in Cairns.
ABC News
2026-10-14
Senator raises concerns in Parliament
Senator Jacqui Lambie reported allegations of concealed cameras in female sailors' facilities, prompting further investigation.
BBC
2026-10-15
Person of interest identified
The navy identified a person of interest in the investigation related to the hidden recording device.
ABC News

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What actions are being taken against the navy member?
The navy member has been stood down with pay while the investigation is ongoing.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The investigation is ongoing, with no evidence found of footage being shared online.
How is the navy addressing this incident?
The navy conducted an audit of all ships and is cooperating with the Joint Military Police Unit and Australian Federal Police.