Leading logistics officials from the Royal Australian Air Force and the United States Air Force gather after site visits at RAAF Base Darwin.
27 Feb 2025
Air Force
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Allies eye key logistics sites in Australia's north

RAAF and USAF officials tour Australia's north to identify potential operating sites for logistical support.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Chief of Air Force Air Marshal Stephen Chappell, in RAAF blue service dress, speaks with guests at the Bombing of Darwin memorial unveiling at RAAF Base Darwin.
27 Feb 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Air Force salutes sacrifice in WW2 attack

On the 83rd anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin, two memorials were unveiled at RAAF Base Darwin.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
The Foreign Forces Desert Immersion Course instructs military personnel in Bedouin culture and desert tactics, techniques and procedures.
26 Feb 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

UAE survival training taps into Bedouin skills

Military personnel have seized a chance to enhance their skills through a one-of-a-kind tactical desert training course.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A RAAF KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport aircraft departs during Exercise Cope North 25, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam.
25 Feb 2025
Air Force
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Tankers band together

Australian, Japanese and American refuelling aircraft keep thirsty jets in the sky during Exercise Cope North.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Royal Australian Navy officers, Commander Adam Shortis and Commander Stephanie Foulkes at the Defence Communications Area Master Station Australia's hand over of command at HMAS Harman.
25 Feb 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force, Cyber
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Central comms team never sleeps

Defence Communications Area Master Station Australia maintains a 24/7 watch, defending the cyber terrain.

Capability & technology | People & service
A RAAF 1 Squadron F/A-18F Super Hornet pilot, weapons systems officer and ground crew member meet for pre-flight checks during Exercise Red Flag Nellis 25-1 in Nevada, US.
25 Feb 2025
Air Force
News

Groundbreaking teamwork for technicians in Nevada

Exercises Red Flag and Bamboo Eagle enhance interoperability in US-UK-Australian Air Force ground operations.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Mrs Karen Curtis (nee O’Shea) with her grandchildren, holds the World War 2 service medals of her great uncle William O’Shea at the Timaru War Memorial in New Zealand.
24 Feb 2025
Air Force
News

Medals land in safe hands

An Air Force chaplain has traced the history of a New Zealand aviator's lost medals and returned them home.

Commemoration & history | People & service
Twin brothers and Flight Lieutenants Zac and Aiden Pattison on deployment at Camp Baird, Headquarters Middle East.
21 Feb 2025
Air Force
News

Twins on tour in the Middle East

Flight Lieutenants Aiden and Zac Pattison are reunited while on deployment in the United Arab Emirates.

Operations & missions | People & service
Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 competitor Sergeant Emily Lahey is welcomed on-board Royal Australian Air Force KC-30A aircraft by Leading Aircraftwoman Lily Cooper
20 Feb 2025
Air Force
News

Aussie warriors’ inspiring Invictus journey ends

Team Australia’s incredible Invictus Games 2025 campaign has officially concluded.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Phil Burton, centre in pink jacket, and band perform at Camp Baird Headquarters Middle East for deployed Australian Defence Force personnel on Australia Day during the Forces Entertainment Tour.
20 Feb 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Entertainment tour success at Camp Baird

Comedian Anthony 'Lehmo' Lehmann and Human Nature’s Phil Burton help troops celebrate Australia Day.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
A Royal Australian Air Force 77 Squadron F-35A Lightning II aircraft on the Nellis Air Force Base flightline during Exercise Red Flag Nellis 25-1.
19 Feb 2025
Air Force
News

High stakes in Exercise Red Flag over Las Vegas

Australia has joined the US military and Royal Air Force to showcase seamless multinational air operations.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
RAAF Base Amberley Senior ADF Officer Wing Commander Tanya Evans stands in front of the newly refurbished AAFCANS AP2 Kiosk.
19 Feb 2025
Air Force
News

AAFCANS upgrade improves offer at Amberley

Artwork and a touch of chic transforms an Army and Air Force Canteen Service kiosk over the Christmas break.

Industry & partnership | People & service