A traditional ceremonial guardian doll and handwritten letter from the Ukrainian community in Australia sits on the desk of an Ukrainian soldier attending an Australian Army lead leadership course.
16 Apr 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Letters of support lift spirits

An Army chaplain delivers letters of support and traditional guardian dolls to Ukrainian soldiers training in England.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
An Australian Army soldier delivers a Platoon and Company Sergeants Battle Course lesson to Armed Forces of Ukraine personnel in the United Kingdom during March for Operation Kudu. (Image has been digitally altered for security purposes.)
15 Apr 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Reservists enhance Ukrainian soldiers' survivability

Four Army reserve engineers are delivering leadership training courses to Armed Forces of Ukraine soldiers in England.

Operations & missions | People & service
Soldiers from the 5th Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment, prepare to lead a section during the Section Commanders Battle Course in Darwin, NT.
12 Apr 2024
Army
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Training builds battle skills

Infantry soldiers are tested on their ability to operate, lead and command during the Section Commanders Battle Course.

Exercises & training
A US Army AH-64E Apache aboard HMAS Canberra while alongside at Fleet Base East in Sydney.
12 Apr 2024
Army
News

Apache contract to grow support workforce

The AH-64E Apache program has reached an important milestone with the recent establishment of a $306 million Apache initial support contract with…

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
Major Paul Stone, wife Lisa, and daughters Ruby and Lola.
12 Apr 2024
Army
News

Family support key to balanced life

In a world where juggling multiple obligations can be daunting, Major Paul Stone has mastered the art of balancing civilian and military duties.

People & service
Australian Army Public Relations Service Corporal Andrew Sleeman and Head of Corps Colonel Jason Logue cut the birthday cake at 1st Joint Public Affairs Unit, Canberra, in celebration of the corps' 30th birthday.
11 Apr 2024
Army
News

Army’s youngest corps turns 30

The Australian Army Public Relations Service celebrates 30 years of contributions to the defence and protection of Australia’s national interests.

Commemoration & history | People & service
Australian Army helicopter pilot Lieutenant Nicole Ravell from 723 Squadron, conducts a training sortie in a EC-135T2+ helicopter simulator at HMAS Albatross.
11 Apr 2024
Army
News

Swapping fins for wings

From the Caribbean Sea to cruising at altitude in the Army, Lieutenant Nicole Ravell's journey to become a helicopter pilot has been fulfilling.…

People & service
A transfer of authority parade signified the transfer of command of Army Aviation Training Centre and their subordinate units to 16th Aviation Brigade
10 Apr 2024
Army
News

Parade marks milestone for Army aviation

Army aviation’s command and control has been streamlined following a transfer of command to 16th Aviation Brigade.

Capability & technology | People & service
Caption: Armed Forces of Ukraine personnel perform an urban assault as part of the Platoon and Company Sergeants Battle Course run by Australian Army soldiers deployed on Operation Kudu in the United Kingdom. Photo: Corporal Nicole Dorrett
10 Apr 2024
Army
News

Ambush in pheasants' wood

An Australian Army soldier describes the experience of providing leadership training courses to Armed Forces of Ukraine soldiers.

Operations & missions | People & service
Australian Army helicopter pilot Lieutenant Nicole Ravell and aircrew operator Corporal Corren James from 723 Squadron, on the flight line at HMAS Albatross.
10 Apr 2024
Army
News

Helicopter trainees take wing

723 Squadron is developing Navy and Army helicopter pilots and aircrew operators in a challenging course.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
Air Marshal Robert Chipman (left) shakes hands with Vice Admiral David Johnston. Photos: Kym Smith
09 Apr 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

New ADF senior leaders announced

Vice Admiral David Johnston has been nominated as the new Chief of the Defence Force, among a number of senior command changes.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Skye Noyes finishes the tunnel course activity as part of Defence’s Work Experience Indigenous Youth Program at the Australian Defence Force Academy, Canberra.
09 Apr 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Indigenous students get a taste of Defence life

Twelve students from NSW have taken part in the Defence Work Experience Indigenous Youth Program.

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