South East Queensland player Leading Aircraftsman Thomas Quinn catches the ball during his game against WA at the ADF Combined Netball Tournament in Melbourne.
05 Dec 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
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On the ball on court

More than 300 Defence personnel compete in the 2024 ADF Netball Combined Tournament in Melbourne.

Sports, health & wellbeing
HMAS Adelaide and HMS Spey alongside PSA Sembawang, Singapore, during Indo-Pacific Endeavour. Photo: Leading Seaman Matthew Lyall
05 Dec 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Success in the Indo-Pacific

Australia’s flagship regional engagement activity has come to a close in Singapore.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Air Force chefs Corporal Ray Wrobel, left, and Leading Aircraftwoman Rebecca Lowry wear the newly issued food handlers short and long sleeve coats at RAAF Base Amberley.
05 Dec 2024
Air Force
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Air Force chefs proudly step into new uniform

The introduction of a new uniform for Air Force chefs helping aviators feel like part of the larger Defence team.

People & service
A prayer conducted during the ordination of Royal Australian Air Force Chaplain Karen Haynes (centre). Photos: Jonathan Lamprecht
05 Dec 2024
Air Force
News

Milestone ordination for Air Force chaplain

Air Force Chaplain Karen Haynes has became the first woman to be ordained by the Queensland Baptists.

People & service
Applications for mentors and mentees are now open for the 2025 Air Force Mentoring Program.
04 Dec 2024
Air Force
News

Air Force mentoring program returns

Applications for mentors and mentees are now open for the 2025 Air Force Mentoring Program.

People & service
Corporal Jessica Carey with military working dog, Slipper, undertake navigation-training exercise.
04 Dec 2024
Air Force
News

Navigating to enhanced security

Aviators become robust and agile in the latest iteration of Exercise Leopard Dawn.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
The PC-21 fleet has surpassed 100,000 flying hours.
04 Dec 2024
Air Force
News

Flying high after clocking 100,000 hours

Defence has celebrated a significant operational milestone with its PC-21 fleet surpassing 100,000 flying hours.

Awards & recognition | Capability & technology
Leading Aircraftman Thomas Crigan jumps a rock obstacle in the gravity enduro race during the ADF National Cycling Carnival held at You Yangs Regional Park, Victoria.
04 Dec 2024
Air Force
News

Aviators defy gravity in cycling comp

Air Force personnel demonstrated strength and adaptability during the recent ADF National Cycling Carnival.

Sports, health & wellbeing
Neptune A89-280 returns to display at RAAF Base Townsville's main entrance after major restoration by Warrant Officer David Dowe, Flight Sergeants Steve Greenwood and Leigh Byrnes, Flight Sergeant Gavan Williams, and Warrant Officers John Buckle and Murray Heath.
03 Dec 2024
Air Force
News

Townsville’s iconic Neptune resumes duty

Air Force reservists have repaired more than a decade of weathering to the iconic Neptune aircraft gate guard.

Commemoration & history | People & service
Air Force chef, Leading Aircraftman Henry Lam from 23 Squadron, centre, at the weapons training simulation system at RAAF Base Amberley, Queensland.
03 Dec 2024
Air Force
News

Chefs serve up firepower

Air Force chefs are attending weapons sessions at RAAF Base Amberley to beef up their combat preparedness.

Exercises & training
Physical training instructor Corporal Tim Kain with his Australian Strength and Conditioning Association 2024 Tactical and Occupational Performance coach of the year award.
03 Dec 2024
Air Force
News

PTI awarded for keeping troops moving

A physical training instructor has been recognised for his successful strength and conditioning program.

Awards & recognition | People & service
Crew members from 2 Squadron at Kununurra Airport during Exercise Kummundoo 24.
03 Dec 2024
Air Force
News

Trilateral cooperation in northern Australia

Australia’s vast airspace has provided a unique training opportunity for US and UK personnel.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training