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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

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

Media release
28 Apr 2026

Two missing First World War soldiers identified

Media release
28 Apr 2026

Pacific Heads of Security advancing collective action

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