A soldier looks along a weapon mounted on a tripod while a man adjusts the setup.
12 Mar 2026
Army
News

New system sharpens training realism

A new laser-based system lets soldiers and vehicles train with realistic simulated battlefield conditions.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
Three Defence personnel, one each from Navy, Army and Air Force hold wreaths to lay at a cannon-style weapon memorial.
11 Mar 2026
Navy, Army
News

Anniversary of the bombing of Darwin remembered

Navy personnel remember the 88 who died and the the resilience of the Top End, 84 years on.

Commemoration & history
A Navy member stands with an Army member, both holding an award certificate.
11 Mar 2026
Navy, Army
News

Like a dux to water

Army's Captain Pascal-Walter Price tops Navy's officer-of-the-watch course.

Exercises & training | People & service
Three women in uniform speak with a stallholder at an outdoor market stall.
11 Mar 2026
Army
News

Logistics unit balances the scales

The Army Logistic Training Centre appoints a new commandant, continuing its focus on inclusive leadership.

Community engagement | People & service
Two women in military uniform sign a document with New Zealand and Australian flags behind them.
11 Mar 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force, Cyber
News

Cyber partnership strengthens across Tasman

Australia and New Zealand sign a memorandum that expands shared access to a cyber training platform.

Alliances & relationships | Capability & technology
A woman in Army uniform poses for a formal studio portrait.
11 Mar 2026
Army
News

Officer with a passion for teamwork

Lieutenant Colonel Tegan Musumeci reflects on her posting leading theatre logistics in northern Australia.

Awards & recognition | People & service
A drone in flight against a clear blue sky.
10 Mar 2026
Army
News

New drones put bombardiers on improved trajectory

Two new drone systems support artillery personnel by improving target detection and reconnaissance capability.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
An Army member is seated, wearing her Army uniform.
06 Mar 2026
Army
News

Motherhood boosts trooper's leadership skills

Trooper Justine Gatti believes the challenge of blending family and service has strengthened her resilience.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
A woman in Army uniform standing in front of a medium truck.
06 Mar 2026
Army
News

Award for keeping critical supplies moving

Leadership during Tropical Cyclone Alfred earns Corporal Sophie Harris the Jonathan Church Good Soldiering Award.

Awards & recognition | People & service
A dark‑toned medal with gold edging and embossing in a black presentation box.
06 Mar 2026
Army
News

Army essay competition open

Submissions are now open for the 2026 Chief of Army Essay Competition and Chauvel Prize.

Awards & recognition | People & service
Chief of Army, Lieutenant General Simon Stuart AO DSC, awards recipient Corporal Sarah Vella the Jonathan Church Good Soldiering Award during the Army 125th Birthday at Russell Offices, Canberra.
05 Mar 2026
Army
News

Soldier awarded for her life-saving action

When a recruit’s crisis turned life‑threatening, Corporal Sarah Vella’s calm decisiveness made the difference.

Awards & recognition | People & service
A man in uniform with a blue beret smiles with greenery and buildings behind him.
05 Mar 2026
Army
News

Recognised for supporting others

Finding purpose keeps Jonathan Church Good Soldiering Award recipient Captain Joshua Coleman moving forward.

Awards & recognition | People & service