Four people in full camouflage uniform carrying guns move close to the wall of a cinderblock building, yellow smoke billowing in front of them.
29 May 2026
Army
News

Soldiers return to basics

5th Brigade soldiers conduct foundational warfighting training during Exercise Menin Blade in Singleton.

Exercises & training | People & service
Two men in uniform smiling and shaking hands with a wood-panelled wall in the background.
29 May 2026
Army
News

Cyber ties deepen Australia-Japan partnership

Australia and Japan strengthen defence ties through closer cooperation on cyber and communications systems.

Alliances & relationships | Capability & technology
A medal bearing the profile of King George V and Latin script.
29 May 2026
Army
News

A long-lost medal returned

A soldier tracks down a World War I veteran’s daughter to return a long-lost medal.

Commemoration & history | People & service
An Australian soldier sits down and controls a drone remotely.
29 May 2026
Army
News

Adapting to a fast-moving battlefield

Ukranian soldiers' drone warfare experience combines with Australian forces' team management skills during Operation Kudu.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
A man in camouflage uniform and a beret stands near water with a hilly coastline behind him.
28 May 2026
Army
News

A decade of purpose and service

A cargo specialist supports Defence operations across Australia and overseas, developing a range of skills.

Operations & missions | People & service
Five people stand barefoot on a stage in T-shirts and camouflage pants, arms and legs raised in the same exaggerated pose.
28 May 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Dancers stage second acts in Defence

Former professional dancers carry skills from the stage into careers in the Australian Defence Force.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
A man in military uniform stands outside a building.
28 May 2026
Army
News

Supporting life beyond the gate

Military chaplains help humanise the training experience on Operation Kudu.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
A man emerges from the water during a butterfly pool event.
27 May 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

ADF swimmers shine on the national stage

Defence members have made a splash during the 2026 Masters Swimming Australia National Championships. 

Ceremonies & events | Sports, health & wellbeing
A close up shot of an Australian and Finnish soldier beside one another demonstrating a trench clearance.
27 May 2026
Army
News

Different flags, shared mission

Multinational forces are overcoming cultural challenges to jointly train Ukrainian troops.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
A woman outdoors on one knee between two yellow dogs.
27 May 2026
Army
News

Dogs help put lives back on track

Defence Community Dogs marks 10 years of helping personnel recover, reconnect and return to everyday life.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Three men in rugby uniforms play and try to tackle the ball.
26 May 2026
Army
News

Army celebrates 125 years with rugby union victory

Preparation, cohesion and commitment to service highlight Army's performance during the ADF Rugby Union Championships.

Ceremonies & events | Sports, health & wellbeing
Two kayaks carrying Australian Defence Force personnel paddle their way down a rive.
26 May 2026
Army, Air Force
News

Defence legends conquer gruelling outdoor race

Battling hallucinations and sleep deprivation, four Defence members compete in the 2026 Legend Expedition Race.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service