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A group of Army personnel gather around a man in Army uniform rubbing two sticks together to start a fire.
11 May 2026
Army
News

Troops learn tactics of jungle warfare

Soldiers from Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines and United States learn survival skills during Exercise Balikatan.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A man in a blue sports uniform with his arms raised as a ball is in the air, with a woman running toward him.
11 May 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Bandits steal victory in touch final

ADF teams contest a close touch football final as the Bandits secure a narrow championship win.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
A young woman in RAAF uniform stands with her mother in front of a fence and greenery.
10 May 2026
Air Force
News

Honouring a mother's sacrifices

This Mother's Day, Leading Aircraftwoman Sheralyn Hill shares how she gives back to her mum.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
A boy stands with a woman and man in Army uniform with the women holding a trophy and certificate.
10 May 2026
Army
News

Mother’s service shaped by quiet confidence

The Army Reserve recognises the contribution of mothers in uniform by highlighting their resilience and leadership.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Members of No. 31 Squadron pose at a wartime camp, gathered around a hand‑painted “31 SQDN” sign.
08 May 2026
Air Force
News

31 Squadron farewells last known WWII veteran

The death of Beaufighter navigator Ron Leckie, at 104, closes an important chapter in the squadron's history.

Commemoration & history
A large group of people gather for a photo in a conference exhibition hall.
08 May 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Australia showcases sovereign defence capability

Defence and the Australian Submarine Agency are a unified Australian presence at the Sea-Air-Space 2026 Conference.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
Four men in uniform stand outside a building in front of a garden with an aircraft propeller, three holding presentation boxes and black folders.
08 May 2026
Air Force
News

Three careers, 135 years of service

Three Royal Australian Air Force aviators are recognised for reaching 45 years of dedicated service each.

Awards & recognition | People & service

Media releases

Media release
09 May 2026

10th Australia-India Defence Policy Talks

Media release
07 May 2026

Exercise Pitch Black returns in 2026

Media release
04 May 2026

Project of Concern Summit on Offshore Patrol Vessel project

Statement
30 Apr 2026

Joint Communiqué of the Eighth Annual Joint Heads of Pacific Security Meeting

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