RAAF Military Working Dog Handlers and their Explosive Detection Dogs (EDD) from 2SECFOR (l-r) Sergeant Marc Douglas and EDD Ollie, Leading Air Craftsman Michael Robertson and EDD Piper and Corporal Alex Randles with EDD Rex. Photos: Warrant Offer Class Two Kim Allen
26 Jun 2023
Army, Air Force
News

Honouring our four-legged heroes

Personnel honoured the loyalty and commitment of military working dogs at a commemorative service in Queensland.

Commemoration & history
RAAF aviator from 4 Squadron Combat Controller practices Enhanced Combat Shooting skills at Singleton Military Training Area, NSW.
22 Jun 2023
Air Force
News

Havoc on the training ground

Exercise Havoc Fire enables combat control teams to improve their martial skills through concentrated training immersion.

Exercises & training
Vice President of the Air Force Drone Racing Association Officer Flight Lieutenant Nicholas Eberl (left) and President of the Air Force Drone Racing Association Officer Flight Lieutenant Jake Dell-O’Sullivan fly their racing drones. Photos: Private Nicholas Marquis
22 Jun 2023
Air Force
News

Defence building abuzz

Air Force Drone Racing Association hosted their annual expo and racing tournament in Canberra.

Capability & technology
Squadron Leader Mark Oksanen wearing the gold medal he won in soccer at the 2023 World Transplant Games.
22 Jun 2023
Air Force
News

Second chance leads to three firsts

It was three gold medals and a new world record for Squadron Leader Mark Oksanen at the 24th World Transplant Games.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Air Force Rock Band AV8 musician, Leading Aircraftwoman Chloe Bruer-Jones performs during the Soldier on March On Challenge event at RAAF Williams (Laverton) in Victoria. Photos: Sergeant Ralph Whiteoak
21 Jun 2023
Air Force
News

Marching to the challenge

RAAF bases Williams and Point Cook joined forces to support the Soldier On March On Challenge.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
19th Chief Engineer Works (19CED) Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Michael Woods, left, and former Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel (retd) John Hopman cut the cake at the 60th anniversary of 19CED at Randwick Barracks in Sydney. Photos: Corporal Lucas Petersen
20 Jun 2023
Air Force
News

60 years and still building on capacity

Army engineers mark 60 years of assisting partner nations, improving the welfare of remote communities and more.

Ceremonies & events | Industry & partnership
A Republic of Singapore Air Force C-130H Hercules drops a heavy equipment platform. Photos: Aircraftwoman Maddison Scott
20 Jun 2023
Air Force
News

Drop training enhances security

RAAF has provided support to the Republic of Singapore Air Force as it conducted tactical air lift training in Australia.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Flying Officers Nicholas Martin and Sarah Wickham use the I-Sim laptop simulation system during an Integrated Air and Missile Defence course – delivered by the US’ Joint Ballistic Missile Defense Education and Training Center. Photo: Squadron Leader Carlos Molina
20 Jun 2023
Air Force
News

History in the making

Air Force secured Australia’s first delivery of two Integrated Air and Missile Defense courses from a world-leading US training unit.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
Invictus Games Team Australia co-captains Flight Sergeant Nathan King, left, and Able Seaman Taryn Dickens with Assistant Minister for Defence Matt Thistlethwaite at the Sydney Academy of Sports and Recreation, Narabeen, Sydney. Photo: Chief Petty Officer Andrew Dakin
19 Jun 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Humble personnel lead the way at Invictus Games

Two ADF personnel will co-captain Team Australia at the Invictus Games, celebrating determination, mateship and honour.

Ceremonies & events | Sports, health & wellbeing
Wagga Aviation Heritage Centre volunteer Christine Wyatt presents Erika Mendes with a certificate and book set, while Kieren Johnston and Haig Vartoukian look on. Photo: Peter Wyatt
19 Jun 2023
Air Force
News

Heritage centre celebrates 100,000 visitors

On June 3, the Wagga Aviation Heritage Centre welcomed its 100,000th visitor since its reopening in 2010.

Ceremonies & events | Community engagement
Australian Army Captain Sharon Chan's 2023 Prince of Wales Award has allowed her to expand her professional knowledge and capability.
19 Jun 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Awards worth winning for reservists

Applications are open for the 2024 Prince of Wales Awards, which recognise the contribution made by reservists and their civilian employers…

Awards & recognition | People & service
Legacy Centenary Torch Relay Bearer Nicholas Paske (Centre) with Air Force personnel (L-R) Leading Aircraftwoman Sarah Negrin, Warrant Officer Scott Biddell, Flight Lieutenant Brett Smith and Flight Sergeant Shawn Spry in front of a C-27J Spartan at RAAF Base Amberley, QLD. Photo: Leading Aircraftwoman Taylor Anderson
19 Jun 2023
Air Force
News

Supporting 100 years of Legacy

Beginning in France, the Legacy Centenary Torch Relay now makes its way through Queensland.

Ceremonies & events | People & service