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Close-up of a soldier looking down the barrel of a machine gun.
12 Oct 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Legacy of our longest war

It's been 25 years since Australia committed to the campaign in Afghanistan. Read about the Australian Defence Force's experiences on the service…

Commemoration & history | Operations & missions
A small group of civilian and uniformed people walk in a line down a base road.
13 Oct 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Charter sets course for stronger services

The Base Services Team Charter is a shared framework for Defence and industry to work together to support mission readiness.

Industry & partnership
A science display at a conference.
08 Oct 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force, Space
News

Satellite seeks data on the edge of space

Launched last year, the Buccaneer CubeSat is a step towards building Australia’s future space capabilities.

Capability & technology
Two military personnel strap a girl into a chair.
08 Oct 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

People of Perth to get free air show

ADF personnel participate in the Perth Royal Show’s Defence and Veterans’ Day, connecting with the WA community.

Ceremonies & events | Community engagement
A small piece of bark and leaves are on the ground burning during a smoking ceremony.
08 Oct 2026
Army
News

Indigenous company completes barracks upgrade

A multi-million dollar project at Gaza Ridge barracks highlights Defence's commitment to partnering with First Nations businesses.

Alliances & relationships | Ceremonies & events
A bright orange device sits on the table with a smaller device leaning against it.
07 Oct 2026
Air Force
News

Aviation legacy strikes gold

Defence scientist David Warren's aviation legacy is honoured with a commemorative coin by the Royal Australian Mint.

Awards & recognition | People & service
A man leaps over a suspended tree trunk.
02 Oct 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Open gates reveal reservist capacity

Industry employers experience reserve service firsthand at Kapooka and RAAF Base Wagga.

Industry & partnership

Media releases

Media release
13 Oct 2026

Exercise Keris Woomera 26 brings Australia and Indonesia together

Media release
12 Oct 2026

Defence celebrates 10 years of delivering Antarctic lifelines

Media release
09 Oct 2026

Australian World War Two aviator remembered in Netherlands

Media release
07 Oct 2026

ADF strengthens regional security through Exercise Bersama Lima 2026

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