Two guns with hats on top are positioned in sandbags as a memorial during sunrise.
28 Apr 2026
Army
News

A true Anzac field service in the Philippines

Australian, New Zealand, Filippino and United States personnel gather to commemorate Anzac Day in the Philippines.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Army veterans salute at a remembrance ceremony in Korea.
28 Apr 2026
Army
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The stand that shaped a battalion

A contingent of Australian soldiers visit South Korea to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Kapyong.

Ceremonies & events | Commemoration & history
A man taking a swing at the puck during an outdoor hockey game.
28 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Stepping up and switching on

At the ADF Hockey National Carnival, players stepped up to support their teams and the local community.

Sports, health & wellbeing
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
Navy, Army, Air Force
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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
News

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
News

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