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Portrait of a seated Australian soldier from World War I.
28 Apr 2026
Army
News

Unknown no more: two WWI soldiers identified

More than a century after they were killed in action, two missing diggers now have their names on their headstones overseas.

Commemoration & history | People & service
Two Air Force personnel cut a cake with others watching on.
28 Apr 2026
Air Force
News

Celebrating 90 years of 22 Squadron

The Royal Australian Air Force's 22 Squadron marks 90 years of dedicated service to Australia.

Ceremonies & events
A grey military aircraft on a tarmac, its propellers rotating.
28 Apr 2026
Air Force
News

Air Force flies Bersama Shield

RAAF participates in Exercise Bersama Shield, flying transport and training missions with regional partners.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A man in Navy uniform plays a didgeridoo at night, illuminated by red light.
28 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Anzac Day commemorated at Gallipoli

An Australian ceremonial contingent commemorates Anzac Day through services at Gallipoli.

Ceremonies & events | Commemoration & history

Media releases

Media release
28 Apr 2026

Two missing First World War soldiers identified

Media release
28 Apr 2026

Pacific Heads of Security advancing collective action

Media release
25 Apr 2026

Anzac Day 2026

Media release
24 Apr 2026

Australia welcomes Timor-Leste's offer to expand eligibility for the Timor-Leste Solidarity Medal

Media release
21 Apr 2026

2026 Australian Defence Exports Catalogue

Media release
20 Apr 2026

Defence joins partners for Exercise Balikatan in the Philippines

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