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HMAS Leeuwin Finds Hidden Camera Device, Investigations Begin

By Drooid · Oct 15, 2026, 12:02 AM UTC · How we work

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A hidden video recording device was found in the cabin of the Royal Australian Navy ship HMAS Leeuwin.
The device was discovered on 11 October 2026 while the vessel was docked in Cairns.
Senator Jacqui Lambie raised the issue in the Senate, citing claims of cameras in female sailors’ showers.
Defence referred the case to the Joint Military Police Unit and civilian authorities, keeping the ship alongside to support crew.

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A hidden video recording device was found in the cabin of the Royal Australian Navy ship HMAS Leeuwin.
The device was discovered on 11 October 2026 while the vessel was docked in Cairns.
Senator Jacqui Lambie raised the issue in the Senate, citing claims of cameras in female sailors’ showers.
Defence referred the case to the Joint Military Police Unit and civilian authorities, keeping the ship alongside to support crew.