A woman in uniform sitting outdoors, smiling.
08 Jun 2026
Air Force
News

Keeping the C-17A fleet flying

Squadron Leader Emily Hartley receives a a King’s Birthday honour for improving Australia’s C-17A fleet sustainment.

Awards & recognition | People & service
A woman in formal Army uniform, including a broad-brimmed hat, tilting her head and smiling outdoors.
08 Jun 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force, Space, Cyber
News

King’s Birthday military honours span Defence

Nearly 100 ADF personnel, from a range of ranks and roles, have been recognised in this year's list.

Awards & recognition | People & service
A detective in blue uniform addresses a small group of people outdoors.
05 Jun 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Raising capability across the Pacific

Senior military leaders from PNG, Fiji and Tonga visit a Pacific-led police training program in Brisbane.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A man in a blue camouflage uniform gestures while seated, with another person in green camouflage seated beside him.
05 Jun 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Course builds joint logistics capability

A Defence course trains logisticians to support joint operations and expand commanders’ choices.

Exercises & training | People & service
An Army Major General leans over a table instructing two cadets who look on.
05 Jun 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Cadet summit shapes future leaders

The cream of Australian Defence Force cadets gather in Canberra to learn new skills and be mentored by top military leaders.

Ceremonies & events | Exercises & training
A man in military uniform stands near a bush outside with the sun shining through.
04 Jun 2026
Air Force
News

Air Force goes ‘All in’ for Reconciliation Week

RAAF’s network of Indigenous liaison officers is making a difference in strengthening outcomes for First Nations people.

Ceremonies & events | Community engagement
A large white plane in the tarmac at an airport.
04 Jun 2026
Air Force
News

Taking airborne connections to new heights

Aviators from Australia and Japan share information through the tactical battlefield network during a unique airborne exercise.

Alliances & relationships | Capability & technology
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04 Jun 2026
Air Force
News

Wedgetail on watch in the Gulf

Defence Minister Richard Marles tours a RAAF E-7A Wedgetail deployed to the Middle East.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
A large group of people in sporting attire hold their hands above their heads in a way that represents dolphin fins.
04 Jun 2026
Air Force
News

'Phins up' as aviators train with league team

Air Force's training session with the NRL Dolphins helps sharpen their skills and raise money for charity.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
Three service personnel stand on parade and face the camera.
04 Jun 2026
Navy, Air Force, Space
News

Launching careers beyond earth

An able seaman and flying officer graduate from the ADF’s inaugural Space Initial Employment Training course.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Two people in uniform sit at a table with small Australian and US flags, signing documents, with larger flags behind them.
03 Jun 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force, Space
News

Australia, US strengthen space ties

Australia and the United States sign a Statement of Intent to deepen military space cooperation.

Alliances & relationships | Ceremonies & events
Three aircraft fly in close proximity above land.
03 Jun 2026
Air Force
News

Strategically carving up the skies

Exercise Diamond Spear puts future air warfare instructors to the test, at the highest level.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training