11 Jun 2026 Army News A role model in the Pacific A Tongan Army captain reflects on how training in Australia, Tonga and Fiji helped her inspire young women. 10 Jun 2026 Navy News From café to patrol boat A Navy patrol boat crew thanks HMAS Coonawarra’s café team for their support with a sea ride. 10 Jun 2026 Navy News Navy sailor lands dream photography gig Perseverance and patience pays off for a young creative sailor to pursue her passion for photography in the Navy. 09 Jun 2026 Army News Plumber glad to be back on the tools An Army corporal lends his plumbing qualifications to a security infrastructure project in the Pacific. 08 Jun 2026 Navy News Sailor transforms recruit swim training Chief Petty Officer Michelle Bush receives a Conspicuous Service Medal for helping to improve training outcomes. 08 Jun 2026 Air Force News Keeping the C-17A fleet flying Squadron Leader Emily Hartley receives a a King’s Birthday honour for improving Australia’s C-17A fleet sustainment. 08 Jun 2026 Army News How persistence filled a capability gap Warrant Officer Class Two Matthew Solis is awarded a Conspicuous Service Medal in this year’s King's Birthday honours. 08 Jun 2026 Navy, Army, Air Force, Space, Cyber News King’s Birthday military honours span Defence Nearly 100 ADF personnel, from a range of ranks and roles, have been recognised in this year's list.
