Chief of the Defence Force, Admiral David Johnston AC RAN, delivers the ANZAC Day message 2025 at the Australian War Memorial, Canberra, ACT.
25 Apr 2026
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Reflecting on a long and proud legacy of service

This Anzac Day, the Chief of the Defence Force recognises the commitment of all who have served.

Ceremonies & events | Commemoration & history
Army Major Doug Hall conducts the band in Amiens.
24 Apr 2026
Army
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Music connects communities with the Western Front

Prior to Anzac Day, the Army band journeys across Belgium and France and follows the paths of those who served more than a century ago.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Lance Corporal Imahni Lenoy, dressed in service dress, stands in front of the Australian flag, holding a photo frame with an image of her late Great Uncle, Sergeant Stafford Kenny James 'Len' Lenoy.
24 Apr 2026
Army
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Family ties bind soldier to Kapyong legacy

Lance Corporal Imahni Lenoy discovered her family connection to a fallen member of 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment.

Commemoration & history | People & service
A man standing among headstones at a cemetery, with a large memorial and tree in the distance.
24 Apr 2026
Army
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Gallipoli’s living legacy

An Australian soldier reflects on family ties to both sides while visiting Gallipoli for Anzac Day.

Commemoration & history | People & service
Military personnel walk underneath an archway guarded by armed military personnel.
24 Apr 2026
Navy, Army
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The enduring Anzac spirit in South Korea

Even after 111 years, the bond and camaraderie between Australian and New Zealand armed forces remains strong.

Commemoration & history | People & service
A young man in Australian Army uniform standing outdoors.
24 Apr 2026
Army
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Recognising true courage under fire

This Anzac Day, the life and leadership of Vietnam veteran Major John Ernest Ducket White are remembered.

Commemoration & history | People & service
A man in Army uniform holding a didgeridoo in front of a memorial structure.
24 Apr 2026
Army
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Unique Australian sound connects to service

Warrant Officer Class Two Lachlan Youll will perform the Army Songline on Anzac Day, honouring First Nations soldiers.

Commemoration & history | People & service
A team of Army and Navy all female Federation Guard face the camera.
24 Apr 2026
Navy, Army
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Remembering nurse's contribution to military history

An Australian Army nurse killed in World War II is honoured by an all‑female catafalque party.

Commemoration & history | People & service
A police boat moves through clear blue water near a dock, with a larger tugboat moored nearby.
24 Apr 2026
Army
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Maritime skills grow through Coastwatchers

Exercise Coastwatchers builds maritime skills for Solomon Islands police through small boat training.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Rows of uniformed personnel stand closely together with their arms linked.
24 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
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ADF joins partners in Exercise Balikatan

Australian Defence Force members train with international partners during Exercise Balikatan in the Philippines.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A missile launches off the back of an Army truck in Woomera.
24 Apr 2026
Army
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First firing of Australian-made missiles a success

The first Australian-made guided multiple launch rocket system missiles are test-fired at Woomera in South Australia.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
A female Army member holds a certificate and award in a room full of desks and chairs.
23 Apr 2026
Army
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Natural path to service forged by family

Army signaller Corporal Tamara Madzika helps train the next generation of Defence communicators.

People & service