A player dives parallel to the ground to place the ball over the try line as two opposing players reach to touch her.
09 Apr 2026
Army
News

Warriors reconnect through touch football

Touch football reunites two Townsville soldiers as they represent the ADF at a tournament in New Zealand.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
One Army member presents another with a certificate.
09 Apr 2026
Army
News

Marine technicians chart a new course for Army

One of Army’s first marine technicians, Craftsman Jack Patman, graduates and is awarded the Student of Merit.

Exercises & training | People & service
A group of soldiers and civilians standing together outdoors, with a tank behind them and one person wearing a glove with an eagle perched on their arm.
09 Apr 2026
Army
News

'Homecoming' for former sapper

A former combat engineer returns to Lavarack Barracks decades after service, fulfilling a deeply personal wish.

Community engagement | People & service
Two Army leaders walk through a group of soldiers on parade at Gallipoli Barracks.
09 Apr 2026
Army
News

Army launches new littoral group

Army's new Littoral Manoeuvre Group is formally recognised at a parade at Gallipoli Barracks, Brisbane.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Two military personnel work together while seated on the ground outside.
09 Apr 2026
Army
News

Australian and PNG personnel dig in together

A new trench system is constructed as part of Exercise Dingo Fury to provide ongoing training in trench warfare.

Exercises & training | Industry & partnership
Soldiers crouch in a group beneath a helicopter with one soldier climbing on board.
08 Apr 2026
Army
News

Black Hawks train over Townsville

Australian Army UH-60M Black Hawks arrive in Townsville ahead of training with Chinooks and Apaches.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
Army rugby player holds the football and pushes off an opponent.
08 Apr 2026
Army
News

Army open day showcases rugby prowess

The Army Thunder rugby league team takes on the Glebe Dirty Reds as part of Army's 125th birthday celebrations.

Ceremonies & events | Sports, health & wellbeing
A dense group of runners passes beneath a Run Army start banner at the beginning of a race.
07 Apr 2026
Army
News

Crowds converge on Brisbane for Run Army

More than 10,000 people run through Brisbane to support Legacy at a record-breaking Run Army event.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
Three men, one in military uniform and two in suits, walk together while talking in a conference hall with other people in the background.
07 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Australia supports Canada’s Arctic radar plans

Defence advances radar technology cooperation with Canada on an Arctic over‑the‑horizon system.

Alliances & relationships | Capability & technology
A female touch football player dives on the ball on a grassy field as others run towards her.
07 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Touch footy tour evokes Anzac spirit

Top ADF players and referees come together for a touch football tournament in New Zealand.

Alliances & relationships | Sports, health & wellbeing
Portrait of Australian Army soldier Sapper Brodie Tarleton from 3 Troop School of Military Engineering at the Direct Fire Support Weapons range as part of Initial Employment Training at Holsworthy Barracks, Sydney.
02 Apr 2026
Army
News

Engineers learn skills at warfighters’ workshop

Trade transfers and trainees fresh from engineers' recruit training upskill to become newest sappers.

Exercises & training | People & service
Two soldiers stand in the bush shaking hands, one with a hand on the other’s shoulder, with other soldiers visible in the background.
02 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Defence's long-term plan for First Nations support

Defence releases the Defence First Nations Commitment to strengthen outcomes with First Nations peoples.

Community engagement | People & service