A man in a flight uniform inserts a large cylindrical object into a rack inside an aircraft cabin while another man watches.
07 Jul 2026
Air Force
News

The people behind the patrol

Personnel across multiple trades work behind the scenes to support Operation Gateway patrols in Malaysia.

Operations & missions | People & service
A woman in Air Force camouflage and ochre face paint around her eyes stands next to some large wooden poles decorated with Indigenous artwork.
06 Jul 2026
Air Force
News

Celebrating culture and Country

A flight lieutenant reflects on culture, Country and service during NAIDOC Week.

Community engagement | People & service
Soldiers walking through shallow water from a landing craft.
06 Jul 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Army’s contribution to the National Defence Strategy

Army releases its updated capstone document, charting a clear direction for how it will support national defence priorities.

Capability & technology
A female Army officer accepts a handover plaque from a male Army officer.
03 Jul 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force, Space, Cyber
News

Chief reflects on a defining chapter in service

The outgoing Chief of Joint Capabilities looks back on a career that has been shaped by leadership, service and the Army.

People & service
A series of bays covered with roofing to house 14 new Defence vehicles.
03 Jul 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Moorebank project strengthens Defence capability

The infrastructure upgrade is helping Defence provide timely responses during joint humanitarian operations.

Capability & technology | Relief & assistance
A group of New Zealand Defence personnel stand and look up at a ship from a dock.
02 Jul 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Crossing the ditch to boost bonds

Reservists from Australia and New Zealand go on exchange to strengthen capability.

Alliances & relationships
A woman and man squat down in sand at the water's edge with a toddler standing between them.
02 Jul 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Centralised support for veterans and their families

The Veteran and Family Wellbeing Agency is launched, marking an important step for the veteran community.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
A man in a blue sports shirt kicking a soccer ball on an indoor court as a man in a red sports shirt tries to block him.
01 Jul 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Defence futsal makes a comeback

Defence futsal returns after 11 years, with Army claiming the men’s and women’s titles.

Ceremonies & events | Sports, health & wellbeing
Three Air Force personnel cut a 70th birthday cake
01 Jul 2026
Air Force
News

Seventy years of enabling air power

The Institute of Aviation Medicine celebrates 70 years and a new pivot towards understanding and optimising human performance.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
A man in Air Force uniform stands with a woman and a young boy.
30 Jun 2026
Air Force
News

Finding purpose in Defence

Sergeant Amit ‘Sunny’ Jindal shares his experience of joining the ADF and contributing to something bigger.

People & service
A referee talks to a player on the ice.
30 Jun 2026
Air Force
News

Air Force referee's ice hockey greatness

An Air Force ice hockey player overcomes injury to continue playing and achieve greatness as a referee.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
A man pulling back the string on an archer's bow.
29 Jun 2026
Air Force
News

Archery builds focus and readiness

Six Air Force archers take part in a national carnival featuring indoor target rounds and challenging field archery courses.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service