Army trucks lined up at an industrial site.
12 May 2026
Army
News

Soldiers fire up new skills on Balikatan

Australian gunners embedded with a US HIMARS battery exchange lessons on tropical maintenance and launch preparation.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
The Robotics and Autonomous Systems team stand around on the sand arena operating their sub‑60kg semi‑autonomous rover.
12 May 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force, Space, Cyber
News

ADFA takes on international robotics competition

ADFA Trainee Officers and civilian students from the University of NSW compete in the Australian Rover Challenge.

Capability & technology | Ceremonies & events
A man faces three others as he explains a display on a board.
12 May 2026
Army, Cyber
News

Information operations unveiled at Bersama Shield

Australia joins allies for information operations training while on exercise to enhance interoperability.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A female speaker addresses a group of people facing her and a screen.
11 May 2026
Army
News

Senior leaders share challenges facing their forces

Seven nations meet during Exercise Balikatan to discuss shared personnel and leadership challenges.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A man in a blue sports uniform with his arms raised as a ball is in the air, with a woman running toward him.
11 May 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Bandits steal victory in touch final

ADF teams contest a close touch football final as the Bandits secure a narrow championship win.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
A group of Army personnel gather around a man in Army uniform rubbing two sticks together to start a fire.
11 May 2026
Army
News

Troops learn tactics of jungle warfare

Soldiers from Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines and United States learn survival skills during Exercise Balikatan.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A boy stands with a woman and man in Army uniform with the women holding a trophy and certificate.
10 May 2026
Army
News

Mother’s service shaped by quiet confidence

The Army Reserve recognises the contribution of mothers in uniform by highlighting their resilience and leadership.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
A large group of people gather for a photo in a conference exhibition hall.
08 May 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Australia showcases sovereign defence capability

Defence and the Australian Submarine Agency are a unified Australian presence at the Sea-Air-Space 2026 Conference.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
A uniformed man works on a laptop at a table, with other people partially visible at the same workspace.
08 May 2026
Navy, Army, Cyber
News

Cyber defenders hunt invaders in virtual fight

ADF cyber specialists work with international partner to defend the cyber battlespace during Exercise Balikatan.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
Men in uniform stand indoors with heads bowed and eyes closed, with hands resting on the shoulders of those in front.
07 May 2026
Navy, Army
News

Faith forum strengthens Pacific cooperation

Military faith leaders gather in Fiji to strengthen regional cooperation and spiritual support across Pacific forces.

Alliances & relationships | Community engagement
Three Army members, surrounded by medical equipment, stand in a canvas tent.
07 May 2026
Army
News

Bridging the medical evacuation gap

Defence medical personnel run their first overseas test of a ground based casualty evacuation team.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Men in AFL uniforms leap for a high ball as spectators watch from stadium seating.
07 May 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

ADF mounts comeback in Anzac Day curtain-raiser

The ADF Anzac Aussie Rules team secures a late win over Australian Combined Emergency Services on Anzac Day.

Ceremonies & events | Sports, health & wellbeing