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The crew of HMAS Sydney engage in one of their favorite pastimes, a game of Uckers, which parallels their voyage through the regional deployment.
09 Jul 2025
Navy
News

All on board for board games

For HMAS Sydney's medical officer Lieutenant Daniel, a game of Uckers is almost a full-time hobby.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Army vehicle technician Corporal Jacob Sofia, from 2nd Cavalry Regiment, inspects the engine of an Australian Light Armoured Vehicle during Exercise Eagle March at the Townsville Field Training Area.
09 Jul 2025
Army
News

Heavy responsibility to keep armour rolling

Recovery technicians rescue armoured vehicles when they break down, and vehicle technicians keep them moving.

Capability & technology | People & service
A soldiers tackling monkey bars was one of many from Land Warfare College who participated in the 2025 Canungra Combat Challenge alongside 50 civilian teams to raise money for Legacy.
09 Jul 2025
Army
News

Canungra challenge raises $110,000 for Legacy

More than 50 teams brave frosty weather in a Legacy charity fundraiser at Kokoda Barracks.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
51st Battalion Far North Queensland Regiment Chief Clerk, Warrant Officer Class 2 Anne Schwartz, delivers orders to Yotam Wanch patrol members in the Cape York region.
09 Jul 2025
Army
News

All-women patrol a first for regiment

An all-female exercise in remote Queensland puts focus on training in a culturally safe environment.

Community engagement | Exercises & training

Media releases

Media release
09 Jul 2025

Defence celebrates NAIDOC Week 2025

Media release
08 Jul 2025

Black Hawk fleet returns to South East Queensland

Media release
07 Jul 2025

Australia and Philippines strengthen cyber resilience

Media release
03 Jul 2025

Indo-Pacific endeavour commences for 2025

Media release
30 Jun 2025

Defence support to Operation Highmast

Media release
27 Jun 2025

Defence's commitment to domestic manufacturing of large calibre munitions

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