A man in flying uniform stands in front of an aircraft in a hangar.
20 Apr 2026
Army, Air Force
News

Making dreams come true

A Roulettes aviator returns home to fly in the air show that inspired his childhood dream and love of flying.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Poppies growing in front on headstones, while a military person rests their hand on one of the headstones.
20 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

French town where war dead are not forgotten

Each April, as Anzac Day dawns, visitors gather at the Australian National Memorial a kilometre outside Villers-Bretonneux, France.

Commemoration & history | People & service
A uniformed man stands at the front of a classroom speaking to seated people, with large screens behind him.
20 Apr 2026
Army
News

Understanding the land domain

A Defence information session builds understanding of land power and its role in national defence.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
A missile is launched from the ground, surrounded by a large cloud of smoke.
20 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Engineers fire fruits of their labour

Engineers begin guided multiple launch rocket system production in Australia, the first time outside the US.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
Defence personnel and civilians stand with horses in a large stable area.
17 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Horsing around in the NT for charity

ADF members on operation in Darwin volunteer with Riding for the Disabled Top End.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
People in high-visibility vests transferring packages from the back of an aircraft onto a trailer on an airport tarmac.
17 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

ADF supports Solomon Islands after Cyclone Maila

The ADF provides humanitarian assistance to Solomon Islands communities after Tropical Cyclone Maila.

Alliances & relationships | Relief & assistance
Two ships sailing side by side with a sunset in the background.
17 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force, Space, Cyber
News

Preparing Australia for future strategic challenges

An ADF focused on deterrence, self reliance and stronger partnerships underpins the 2026 National Defence Strategy.

Capability & technology
An aircraft, a helicopter, a large group of military personnel and a plaque with animal horns stand in a pyramid formation.
17 Apr 2026
Army, Air Force
News

Buffalo is back

12 Squadron's reunited call sign reminds personnel of their history and inspires a new chapter.

Ceremonies & events | Commemoration & history
A uniformed man standing outdoors looking at a walkie-talkie in his hands.
16 Apr 2026
Army
News

The team that supports Army’s aircrews

Army aviation operations specialists keep helicopter missions running through planning and coordination.

Exercises & training | People & service
Two Army members crouch, handling wires in a grassy area.
15 Apr 2026
Army
News

Reservist gets creative by blowing things up

A media planner swaps spreadsheets for demolition training as an Army Reserve engineer.

Exercises & training | People & service
A ship fires a missile.
15 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Defence prepares for new National Defence Strategy

Chief of the Defence Force highlights the ADF’s achievements leading up to the 2026 National Defence Strategy announcement.

Capability & technology | People & service
A large group of uniformed people stand on grass near water, with Navy vessels docked on the opposite shore.
15 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Triservice team strengthens border security

A triservice transit security team deploys at sea to support maritime border protection operations.

Operations & missions | People & service