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Two military men showcase an award.
24 Dec 2025
Air Force
News

Hard work gets the highest marks

Pilot Officer Alan Reitsma credits his award of the University Medal to his and his wife's hard work.

Awards & recognition | People & service
An old photo of four military men.
23 Dec 2025
Air Force
News

Missing RAAF bomber and crew located after 82 years

The wreckage of a RAAF Beaufort aircraft from World War 2 has been located in the Baining Mountains, Papua New Guinea.

Commemoration & history | People & service
A military member cuts a cake with another member present.
23 Dec 2025
Air Force
News

Winds of change bring new leadership

Air Commodore David Strong hands over command of Air Force Training Group to Air Commodore Brett Williams.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Comet Bay College students present handwritten Christmas Cards for Australian Defence Force members on deployment.
22 Dec 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Students send Christmas wishes to deployed personnel

Comet Bay College honours ADF members who will be away from home over the holiday season.

Community engagement | People & service
HMAS Choules personnel rescue Lithuanian solo adventurer Aurimas Mockus off the Queensland coast. Photo: Chief Petty Officer Helen Frank
22 Dec 2025
Navy
News

Navy News sails through 2025

A look back at memorable stories from 2025.

Operations & missions | People & service
A female sailor in her Navy whites stands in front of a bridge.
19 Dec 2025
Navy
News

New kid on the block steps up

One of Navy's newest graduates speaks at a ceremony honouring 100 years of recruit training.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
A toy elf riding on the back of a German Shepherd-like dog.
19 Dec 2025
Air Force
News

Alfie the Elf’s Christmas at RAAF Base Richmond

A fall from Santa’s sleigh sends Alfie the Elf on an unexpected detour to RAAF Base Richmond.

Community engagement | People & service
An aircraft flies upside down with earth and sky in the background.
19 Dec 2025
Navy
News

Qualified for the 'zoomies'

Navy flying instructor Lieutenant Drew Cambridge urges other pilots to add aerobatics to their skill set.

Exercises & training | People & service