Two military members before an aircraft and brick buildings.
03 Mar 2026
Air Force
News

Life support crosses the ditch

Ten-week placements build knowledge-sharing and collaboration between Australian and New Zealand air forces.

Alliances & relationships | People & service
People in military uniform stand and salute beside the memorial pool as people watch from a balcony above.
27 Feb 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Employers recognised for cadet staff support

Employers across Australia are formally recognised for supporting staff who volunteer in Defence cadet programs.

Community engagement | Industry & partnership
Two aviators seated in a small vehicle approach a large aircraft.
26 Feb 2026
Air Force
News

Aussies and Kiwis build operational edge

New Zealand and Australian personnel strengthen ties during Exercise Trojan Compass.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Military personnel stand near aircraft on the runway.
26 Feb 2026
Air Force
News

Flight training redefines air power generation

Air Force pilots will be put to the test with the new pilot training trial designed to deliver highly skilled aviators.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
Three military members in front of an aircraft.
26 Feb 2026
Air Force
News

Sharpening skills in desert skies

Australia joins the United Kingdom and United States for two high-intensity exercises to sharpen their air combat skills.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A woman in blue military uniform takes notes in a medical room while another woman in a green military uniform leans towards a patient on a hospital bed to listen to the patient’s chest with a stethoscope.
25 Feb 2026
Air Force
News

Trans-Tasman teamwork strengthens care

Exercise Trojan Compass strengthens medical teamwork between Australia and New Zealand.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A group of military musicians play the bagpipes.
25 Feb 2026
Air Force
News

Passion and pride for the Pipes and Drums

Flight Lieutenant Ben Wheadon's lifelong passion for the bagpipes sees him perform at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

Ceremonies & events | Community engagement
A female nurse with an IV drip.
24 Feb 2026
Army, Air Force
News

What it truly means to serve

In honour of the fallen World War II nurses at Radji Beach, three ADF nurses are awarded scholarships to grow their skills.

Awards & recognition | People & service
Trainee officers in formal uniform march with machine guns as one walks beside them holding a sword upright.
23 Feb 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Officer cadets march into their careers

ADFA's newest trainee officers march in the Chief of the Defence Force Parade as they mark a key milestone.

Ceremonies & events | Exercises & training
A pipe and drum band marches on the grass field of a stadium.
20 Feb 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Tattoo brings pageantry to Brisbane

The Royal Edinburgh Tattoo brings international performers to Brisbane for its 75th anniversary.

Ceremonies & events | Community engagement
A group of men in suits and military uniform listen to a speaker at a booth in a large convention hall.
20 Feb 2026
Air Force
News

Australian capability on show in Singapore

Team Defence Australia helps a record number of companies promote Australian capability in Singapore.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
A team of athletes at an event.
19 Feb 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Toads and whistles

Referees and players from the ADF Touch Association were leaps and bounds ahead at the Bundaberg Cup.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing