Defence Science and Technology Group scientist Dr Ben Sparkes left, works with Australian-built quantum clocks at the University of Adelaide. He is now part of a research project to create and deliver a ground-to-satellite optical quantum link.
14 Apr 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

New tech to enhance the battlespace

This World Quantum Day, Defence Science and Technology Group shares details of a new cutting-edge research project.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
Corporal Sarah Munro, centre, and Private Cassandra Lally, right, from the South East Queensland Netball Association, present staff from Mates4Mates Brisbane a framed jersey to recognise their sponsorship.
14 Apr 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Netball bonds with Mates4Mates

South East Queensland Netball Association honours sponsor's shared values with framed jersey award.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
United States Navy Aviation Warfare Operator 2nd Class Thomas Feldman and Royal Australian Air Force Flying Officer Cooper McCall conduct preflight checks aboard a P-8A Poseidon during Exercise Sea Dragon 2025.
11 Apr 2025
Air Force
News

Poseidon crews combine over Indo-Pacific

RAAF and US Navy cap Exercise Sea Dragon 25 with co-crewed P-8A sorties, boosting interoperability.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Commander Integrated Area Defence System, Air Vice-Marshal Nathan Christie, speaks to participants of Exercise Bersama Shield during the opening ceremony at Royal Malaysian Air Force Base Butterworth in Penang, Malaysia.
11 Apr 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Nations prepare for warfighting exercise

Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore and the United Kingdom conduct exercises across the Malay Peninsula. 

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Warrant Officer Richard Judd (centre) alongside his wife Denise, is presented with the Defence Long Service Medal representing 50 years of service by Vice Chief of the Defence Force, Air Marshal Robert Chipman (left) during a ceremony held at the Williamtown Aviation Heritage Centre, NSW.
11 Apr 2025
Air Force
News

Fifty-three years of dedication

Warrant Officer Richard Judd receives his Defence Long Service Medal for 53 years of service.

Awards & recognition | People & service
A Royal Australian Air Force C-17A Globemaster aircraft departs for a recreational flight with personnel from No. 37 Squadron and No. 36 Squadron at RAAF Base Richmond, NSW
11 Apr 2025
Air Force
News

Globemasters on the Moove

Air Mobility Group demonstrated they are ready to deploy at any time, during Exercise Moose Migration.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
ADF personnel compete during a race at the ADF Sailing Carnival on Sydney Harbour, NSW.
10 Apr 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Services battle it out in the water

Army and Air Force go head-to-head at the ADF interservice keelboat championship held on Sydney Harbour.

Sports, health & wellbeing
The Chief of Air Force Air Marshal Stephen Chappell (left) and Warrant Officer of the Air Force Ralph Clifton (right) present the Chief of Air Force Instructor of the Year Award to Flight Lieutenant Skye Emsley.
10 Apr 2025
Air Force
News

Reigniting a passion for learning

Flight Lieutenant Skye Emsley has received the Chief of Air Force Instructor of the Year award.

Awards & recognition | People & service
Anzac-class frigate HMAS Toowoomba sails off the WA coast during ASWEX 25.
10 Apr 2025
Navy, Air Force
News

Anzac wolf pack hunts subs off WA

Frigates in formation enhance anti-submarine warfare exercise ASWEX 25 to protect Australia and its interests.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Aeronautical Life Support Fitter Corporal Caitlin Russ repositions a Flightline spill kit as part of her role as the 11 Squadron Hazardous Chemicals Substance Advisor at RAAF Base Edinburgh, SA.
09 Apr 2025
Air Force
News

Safety-committed corporal's star shines bright

Corporal Caitlin Russ is named Enlisted Aviator of the Year for her commitment to safety and peer support.

Awards & recognition | People & service
Members of the Air Force Bowls Association compete in the Day in the Gardens lawn bowls tournament at Kensington-Marryatville Bowls Club, SA.
09 Apr 2025
Air Force
News

Skills tested over lawn bowls

Air Force Bowls Association members compete in the 'Day in the Gardens' lawn bowls tournament.

Sports, health & wellbeing
Squadron Leader Aleisha Croxford during a soundcheck rehearsal for ADF Creative Arts Association Defending the Arts Festival at the Australian Defence Force Academy, Canberra.
09 Apr 2025
Air Force
News

Spark amid darkness aids creativity and capability

A song written in the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic has lit up the 2025 Defending the Arts Festival.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service