Home ADF Members & Families News and resources ADF members and families in the news ADF members and families in the news 09 Sep 2025 Navy, Army, Air Force News Defence prioritises health, safety in wake of report A year after the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide wound up, the wellbeing of ADF personnel remains the focus. 08 Sep 2025 Navy News From behind the lens and into the spotlight Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez is the first Navy photographer awarded a Conspicuous Service Cross. 07 Sep 2025 Navy, Army, Air Force News How one stepdad inspired three paths of duty Squadron Leader Paul Collins has watched three step-children take up service in three different uniforms. 05 Sep 2025 Army News Soldiers discover Sandakan's heroes On a study tour, soldiers learn about the heroism, mateship and sacrifice shown by Australian prisoners of war. 05 Sep 2025 Air Force News Aviator steps up to crease in over-50s cricket Reconnecting with sport proves to be a vibrant avenue for camaraderie, competition and personal growth for one aviator. 05 Sep 2025 Navy News Aussie sailor is on the ball Service life supports one sailor's life-long passion for netball, from social games to ADF, state and Test honours. 05 Sep 2025 Navy, Army, Air Force News Navy chefs mussel out rivals in cooking comp Services go head to head for bragging rights in the One Defence Hospitality and Catering Challenge. 04 Sep 2025 Army News Soldier combats enemy that’s hard to see Battling mosquitoes and torrential rain, an Environmental Health soldier protects Defence members during Exercise Alon.