A 500lb unexploded ordnance (UXO) after detonation during Operation Render Safe, Nauru.
18 Dec 2023
Army
News

Risky business just another day at the office

Explosive ordnance disposal technician Sergeant David Bailey loves solving complex problems – like rendering safe a 500lb bomb.

Operations & missions | People & service
V8 Supercars crew from Matt Stone Racing traverse ropes during the Army obstacle course at Kokoda Barracks, Canungra.
18 Dec 2023
Army
News

Supercars crew's taste of life in the Army lane

V8 Supercars crew members swapped car pits for bear pits when they tackled the Army obstacle course at Kokoda Barracks.

Community engagement | People & service
Personnel participate in the closing ceremony of Exercise Yama Sakura 85 in Chitose, Japan.
15 Dec 2023
Army
News

ADF says ‘arigatou’ after Japan exercise

More than 200 Australians made long-lasting relationships, friendships and memories during Exercise Yama Sakura 85.

Exercises & training
Head Land Capability, Major General Richard Vagg presents the Chief of Army Prize to Officer Cadet Jack Macklan, ARA with the Chief of Army prize. Photo: Thomas Lucraft
15 Dec 2023
Army
News

Officer cadet awarded top prize

Officer Cadet Jack Macklan was inspired to join the ADF after a number of his friends shared their exciting experiences.

Ceremonies & events
Australian Army soldier Signaller Wikitoria 'Tori' Kirkby on Exercise Yama Sakura 85 in Chitose, Japan.
15 Dec 2023
Army
News

Japan deployment signals a new start

A signaller embarked on what is likely to be the first of many journeys when she took her place on Exercise Yama Sakura.

Exercises & training | People & service
An Australian Army soldier instructs Armed Forces of Ukraine recruits during battle inoculation training.
14 Dec 2023
Army
News

More troops to train Ukraine recruits

Australia will expand its commitment to the training of recruits from the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Exercises & training | Operations & missions
The ADF Mixed 8 crew racing in the Head of the Yarra regatta in Melbourne.
14 Dec 2023
Army
News

A thrill ride until the end

For the first time two ADF rowing teams participate in the Head of the Yarra, largest single-day regatta in Australia.

Sports, health & wellbeing
A 5th Brigade vehicle on Exercise Gigas Roam transits the Soldiers Memorial at Nowra on its way south.
14 Dec 2023
Army
News

Reconnecting with communities on convoy exercise

Reserve soldiers complete demanding yet critical road convoy and logistics support training on the NSW South Coast.

Exercises & training
Outgoing Brigade Commander, Brigadier Mark Armstrong salutes Commander 2nd (Australian) Division, Major General Thomae, while incoming Brigade Commander Brigadier Richard Peace looks on, at the 11th Brigade Change of Command ceremony.
14 Dec 2023
Army
News

Legacy of excellence set to continue

Army's 11th Brigade recently conducted the handover of command from the outgoing brigade commander to the incoming.

Ceremonies & events
Outgoing Space Commander Air Vice-Marshal Cath Roberts congratulates Major General Greg Novak on his appointment at Space Command Headquarters in Canberra.
13 Dec 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

New commander to shape space power

The ADF's first Defence Space Commander has handed over the reins after two years at the helm.

Capability & technology
Australian Army soldiers from 1st Recruit Training Battalion paint a tree blue at Kapooka.
13 Dec 2023
Army
News

A symbol of hope on bases

Blue trees are emerging across ADF bases, raising awareness of mental health challenges.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Australian Army soldiers conduct a troop lift on a CH-47F Chinook from 5th Aviation Regiment, in support of 31st/42nd Battalion, The Royal Queensland Regiment's Exercise Burghala Bull in Central Queensland.
13 Dec 2023
Army
News

Platoon executes night-time urban clearance

Army reconnaissance teams learn valuable lessons from challenging terrain on Exercise Burghala Bull, in Yeppoon.

Exercises & training