Two kayaks carrying Australian Defence Force personnel paddle their way down a rive.
26 May 2026
Army, Air Force
News

Defence legends conquer gruelling outdoor race

Battling hallucinations and sleep deprivation, four Defence members compete in the 2026 Legend Expedition Race.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
A man in white military looks out at an audience.
25 May 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Shared purpose across ranks

A forum for non‑commissioned officers provides an opportunity for frank conversation across ranks and services.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
A man in Air Force uniform stands behind a lectern with two flags and a large plane behind him.
22 May 2026
Air Force
News

Major milestone for sovereign defence capability

A new facility in South Australia will enable the long-term maintenance and sustainment of aircraft for the ADF and its partners.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
Two women's teams engage in a game of soccer.
22 May 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Aussie grit from start to finish

The ADFA football teams showed resilience against the British Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers teams on tour.

Sports, health & wellbeing
A group of veterans watch an instructor help a veteran to climb down a cliff.
22 May 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Arm in arm, veterans fight the fear

Exercise Second Watch uses challenging outdoor activities to help veterans build resilience, reconnect and regain purpose after service.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
Three military men stand together outside.
21 May 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Those who give to see others grow

Senior Defence personnel recognise the time and effort ADF cadet program volunteers give to the next generation.

Awards & recognition | Community engagement
Two military personnel cut a cake together.
21 May 2026
Air Force
News

Memorable moments mark 90 years of service

21 (City of Melbourne) Squadron gathers for cake, blood donations and a night of celebration for its 90th birthday.

Awards & recognition | Ceremonies & events
A woman stands before a watercolour artwork of a decorated military man.
20 May 2026
Air Force
News

When one door closes, another opens

Watercolour painting brings colour and catharsis to an aviator's life after having to step away from her love of sport.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
People in high-visibility vests pushing a helicopter out of an aircraft’s cargo hatch onto the tarmac, with one person sitting in the cockpit.
20 May 2026
Army, Air Force
News

Apache fleet reaches six

The Australian Army receives two more AH-64E Apache helicopters, expanding its attack aviation fleet.

Alliances & relationships | Capability & technology
A man in a yellow rash shirt surfing the peak of a wave.
19 May 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Hangin' 10, eight feet deep

The ADF Surf Riders Association’s interservice surf competition pushes riders to their limits.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
A military man kneels with a laptop open on his knee and a communications satellite dish beside him.
19 May 2026
Air Force
News

From classrooms to communications

A school information session is all it took to entice a student into a Defence career of challenge, travel and purpose.

People & service
A black and white image of five male military members stand before an aircraft.
18 May 2026
Air Force
News

In the footsteps of innovative Pathfinders

The Pathfinders Force commemorates Bomber Command and reminds current aviators of those who came before them.

Commemoration & history | People & service