Australian Army soldiers from units across 13th Brigade work with security elements of the RAAF protecting people and critical infrastructure at RAAF Base Curtin as part of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2023 at Derby, WA.
13 Oct 2023
Army
News

A shift of focus to the north

The Australian Army will be making major changes by focusing on the defence of Australia’s north and offshore territories.

Operations & missions
The Defense Forces Dental Services Meeting at Anzac Memorial in Hyde Park, Sydney.
12 Oct 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Fit to bite, fit to fight

Dentists from defence forces from around the world met in Sydney to discuss oral health issues relevant to the military.

Industry & partnership
Members of the Solomons' International Assistance Force work with Alligator Creek community to repair coastal erosion at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Alligator Creek, Solomon Islands.
11 Oct 2023
Army
News

Repairing erosion firms Pacific bonds

ADF personnel on Operation Lilia have joined Solomon Islanders to repair coastal erosion at the front of a local church.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Major General Douglas Laidlaw with the South Australia Employer Support Awards category winners and honourable mentions.
11 Oct 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Going above and beyond for reservists

South Australian employers have been recognised for their continued support to their ADF reservist employees.

Awards & recognition | People & service
Australian Army Platoon Commander Lieutenant John Haycroft converses with Malaysian Armed Forces Major Hazwan.
11 Oct 2023
Army
News

Building trust through language

Lieutenant John Haycroft used Indonesian language skills to build stronger connections between his team and the Malaysian platoon.

Exercises & training | People & service
Australian and Malaysian Army soldiers training together during Exercise Southern Tiger 2023 at Cultana Training Area, SA.
11 Oct 2023
Army
News

Tigers let loose on the field

The Malaysian Army had a memorable experience working with the Australian Army during this year's Exercise Southern Tiger.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A recruit from the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Operation Kudu in the UK in August in Western Ukraine.
09 Oct 2023
Army
News

The will to win in Ukraine

Recruits from the Armed Forces of Ukraine have almost finished their basic infantry course, led by Australian Army soldiers in the UK. 

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Sergeant Andrew Summers in front of a F-35A Lightning II at 2 Operational Conversion Unit, RAAF Base Williamtown, NSW.
09 Oct 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Breaking the stigma

Sergeant Andrew Summers' passion to speak out and break the stigma of mental health comes from his own struggles with PTSD.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Australian Army Gunner Max Hood, from 4th Regiment Royal Australian Artillery, sets up an M777 howitzer at the Shoalwater Bay Training Area during Exercise Talisman Sabre.
09 Oct 2023
Army
News

Rockets on the horizon

With a new high mobility artillery rocket systems regiment to be established, Army gunners reflect on the future of their corps. 

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
Corporal Yolanda Forsyth receives the ball as she is lifted up by her team.
06 Oct 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Display of grit and perseverance

The ADF Rugby Union women’s team held nothing back at the Australian Rugby Union Shield in Brisbane.

Sports, health & wellbeing
Australian Army soldiers preparing for their training.
06 Oct 2023
Army
News

Soldiers rack up the rounds

Soldiers built skills and confidence as they had a shot at three main weapon systems for the first time.

Exercises & training
Australian Army officer Captain Joseph Moormann from 5th Aviation Regiment at RAAF Base Townsville, Queensland.
06 Oct 2023
Army
News

Becoming an officer boosts Army career

During 23 years as a soldier, Captain Joseph Moormann didn't want to be an officer. Now he's happy to be one.

People & service