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A military man and a civilian holding an old bank note.
17 Dec 2025
Air Force
News

A 'short snorter' with a powerful story

A rare 10-shilling 'short snorter' banknote signed by Allied aviators in July 1942 was discovered by chance.

Commemoration & history | People & service
Five military personnel inside a boat.
16 Dec 2025
Navy
News

More alike than oceans apart

Royal Australian Navy Lieutenant Claudia Howland learns that the French Navy isn't too dissimilar from her own.

Alliances & relationships | People & service
A senior Navy officer presents a medal to a junior officer, with a civilian in attendance
16 Dec 2025
Navy
News

Dream return to Navy

Navy's first female senior chaplain finds her calling training and supporting spiritual wellbeing officers.

People & service
Two Royal Australian Air Force officers unveil the Australian Armourers Association plaque at the RAAF Memorial Grove, Canberra.
12 Dec 2025
Air Force
News

Memorial enshrines Air Force ‘gunnies’

Aviators who provide the explosive edge of air power are honoured at RAAF Memorial Grove.

Commemoration & history | People & service
Three framed pictures of a dog sit on a table with a leather muzzle.
10 Dec 2025
Army
News

Combat assault dog honoured

Combat assault dog, Fax, who died in Afghanistan, is awarded for gallantry and outstanding devotion.

Awards & recognition | People & service
An air force officer donates blood.
10 Dec 2025
Air Force
News

Every drop matters in Defence Blood Drive

Air Force officer finds Lifeblood donation fits with values of service and community support.

Community engagement | People & service
A civilian receives an Australian Public Service Long Service Award from a senior military officer.
10 Dec 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

APS Long Service Award honours 20 years

Former Warrant Officer Class 1 reaches a significant milestone in his civilian career with Defence.

Awards & recognition | People & service
A man moves across an angled wall with holes, climbing holds and short chains.
09 Dec 2025
Army
News

Association opens door for fitness racers

The Australian Army Functional Fitness Association launches following the rise of fitness racing competitions.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service