03 Feb 2026 Navy News Regional presence deployments continue in 2026 Australia continues its regional engagement through the 2026 regional presence deployment program. 03 Feb 2026 Navy News Navy leader marks historic promotion Captain Rose Apikotoa, Royal Australian Navy, becomes the first Australian of Tongan heritage promoted to captain. 03 Feb 2026 Navy News A long life of remarkable service From 13 to 90 years of age, the late Rear Admiral (retd) Rothesay Swan dedicated his life to the Royal Australian Navy. 03 Feb 2026 Navy News The same name but his own game Lieutenant Nathan Laver may not have made tennis his career like great-uncle Rod, but he can play. Media releases 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 Media release 30 Jan 2026 Australia delivers new Guardian-class Patrol Boat to the Republic of the Marshall Islands Media release 21 Jan 2026 Training academy boosts North Queensland aviation workforce Media release 15 Jan 2026 Royal Australian Air Force announces changes to heritage fleet Media release 05 Jan 2026 Harnessing tech to drive faster decisions across Defence
