The underside of an aircraft in flight.
27 Jan 2026
Air Force
News

Peregrine lands, Australia leads

The arrival of the first MC-55A Peregrine ensures the ADF is at the forefront of airborne intelligence and electronic warfare.

Alliances & relationships | Capability & technology
Civilians and a female military member work at a desk.
27 Jan 2026
Navy, Air Force
News

Empowering STEM education

STEM professionals from the ADF support educators at Questacon’s 'Engineering is Elementary' workshop program.

Capability & technology | Community engagement
A man in Air Force fatigues with a stethoscope sits with his elbow resting on a desk, a monitor behind him and a woman opposite him.
26 Jan 2026
Air Force
News

Reservist named NT Australian of the Year

Squadron Leader Felix Ho is named NT Australian of the Year for services to young people and remote communities.

Awards & recognition | People & service
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26 Jan 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force, Space, Cyber
News

Defence personnel recognised on Australia Day

The 2026 Australia Day honours recognise 82 personnel from across the Australian Defence Force.

Awards & recognition | Ceremonies & events
An Army member supports a bag of blood held by another as a mock casualty receives treatment for a wound.
23 Jan 2026
Army, Air Force
News

Medics confronted with multiple challenges

The 3rd Health Battalion trials innovative ways of deploying equipment into the field under demanding conditions.

Exercises & training
A robotic dog on a stage with three glass trophies on its back.
23 Jan 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force, Cyber
News

Cyber challenge is serious business

Cyber specialists put their skills to the test at the annual ADF Cyber Skills Challenge.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
An Army vehicle drives on to a slightly elevated concrete weighbridge.
21 Jan 2026
Army, Air Force
News

Base overhaul a boon for Defence’s big haulers

Army makes weighing and washing Defence's big vehicle combinations easier.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
Wargamers from Defence Science and Technology Group and the Army Battle Lab collaborate over terrain maps and live digital date, whilst engaging in an analytical wargame.
19 Jan 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force, Cyber
News

Wargamers explore tech of tomorrow

Defence hosts the Innovation and Asymmetry Wargame to explore how new tech might shape future military operations.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
Military personnel and civilians engage in discussion.
16 Jan 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Supporting our supporters with Cowork Coplay

Giving back to Defence families and spouses through the skill-and-wellbeing-focused program, Cowork Coplay.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
Two people, one in uniform and one in a suit, sitting at a desk signing documents.
16 Jan 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

New contract to expand healthcare access

Defence signs a new pathology services contract to improve access to health care for ADF personnel.

Sports, health & wellbeing | Industry & partnership
A group of military personnel gather in a place of worship.
15 Jan 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Building cooperation through faith and mental health

Faith and resilience unite Australian and Indonesian defence forces during Indo-Pacific Endeavour.

Alliances & relationships | Ceremonies & events
A woman in Navy uniform speaking in front of promotional banners.
14 Jan 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Navy tops new donor tally

Defence celebrates a successful 2025 Blood Drive with donations up 5.1 per cent and Navy leading in key categories.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing