Outdated browser

It seems you are using an outdated web browser not supported by this website which may effect your viewing experience.
Please use Edge or any other modern web browser.

Learn more
Skip to main content
Two men exchange a bucket by a docked boat.
16 Feb 2026
Navy
News

Reliable aid for a remote island community

Australian Defence Vessel (ADV) Reliant, has delivered critical humanitarian assistance to Banaba island in Kiribati.

Alliances & relationships | Relief & assistance
A male military member working at a control panel.
16 Feb 2026
Navy
News

Sailor bridges cultures during port visit

As an Indian-Australian Defence member, Seaman Puneet Bandaru is building the connection between both nations.

Exercises & training | Industry & partnership
A woman smiles as she climbs a rope obstacle course.
16 Feb 2026
Air Force
News

Firebirds take on Air Force training

The Queensland Firebirds work with Air Force physical training instructors to build resilience and teamwork.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
Two female athletes box in a ring with an umpire.
16 Feb 2026
Army
News

Soldier's strength built from discipline

Reinforced by the discipline she learnt in Defence, Corporal Taylah Gentzen took on the the world's heaviest female boxer.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
A group of people and two dogs stand in a car park in front of a building while the man in the centre cuts a blue ribbon.
16 Feb 2026
Air Force
News

New working dog centre opens

A state-of-the-art military working dog facility opens at RAAF Base Tindal.

Capability & technology | Ceremonies & events
A hand holds scissors cutting red tape in front of a computer screen.
16 Feb 2026
Army
News

Red tape in Army’s crosshairs

Army reduces administrative burden to restore commanders’ authority and improve readiness.

Capability & technology | People & service
A ship’s forecastle cuts through rough water.
13 Feb 2026
Navy
News

HMAS Toowoomba transits South China Sea

HMAS Toowoomba transits the South China Sea as part of its regional presence deployment.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions

Media releases

Statement
12 Feb 2026

Australia conducts routine transit through South China Sea

Media release
10 Feb 2026

Universities to accelerate energetic materials research and development

Media release
03 Feb 2026

Navy ANZAC Class frigates depart on Australia’s first Regional Presence Deployments for 2026

Media release
02 Feb 2026

Air Force deploys to Nevada for exercises with United States and United Kingdom

View more