Soldiers from the 7th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, stand with the Hanwha Defense Australia Redback, left, and Rheinmetall Defence Australia Lynx KF-41, right, infantry fighting vehicles. Photo: Sergeant Jake Sims
04 Aug 2021
Army
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Next-generation vehicles show their firepower

The two contender vehicles for Australia’s soon-to-be-selected infantry fighting vehicle conducted a firepower demonstration.

Capability & technology
Gunners from the 4th Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery, fire a M2A2 105mm Howitzer during the Royal Australian Artillery's 150th birthday celebration at Townsville on August 1. Photo: Corporal Brandon Grey
03 Aug 2021
Army
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Artillery formation part of birth of a nation

The formation of an Australian artillery capability 150 years ago marked an initial step in Australia becoming a sovereign nation.

People & service
Army Captain Samuel O’Neal, centre, RAAF Flying Officer Kristian Henderson and RAN Leading Seaman Medic Erika Birkefeld on board HMAS Canberra during Exercise Talisman Sabre 2021. Photo: Leading Seaman Sittichai Sakonpoonpol
03 Aug 2021
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Talisman Sabre wraps up

Along the coast from the Northern Territory to NSW, members of international forces caught their breath as Exercise Talisman Sabre drew to a close.

Exercises & training
NSW Police and ADF members prepare to deliver pre-made meals as part of care packages given to homes in the Fairfield community in Sydney. Photo: Corporal Dustin Anderson
03 Aug 2021
Navy, Army, Air Force
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ADF boosts support to COVID-19 effort

The ADF has increased its support to NSW Government efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19.

People & service
Soldiers from the 2nd Combat Engineer Regiment disassemble a medium girder bridge at Gayndah, Queensland. Photo: Private Jacob Hilton
03 Aug 2021
Army
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Sappers prepare to lift

Sappers from the 2nd Combat Engineer Regiment put their construction skills to the test in Queensland. 

Capability & technology
An M2A2 105 mm Howitzer crewed by Army soldiers from the 9th Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery, fires an 18-gun salute during the 150th Anniversary of Australian Artillery Commemorative Service at the Hobart Cenotaph. Photo: Private Hamish Rogers
02 Aug 2021
Army
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The Australian Artillery marks 150 years

The Australian Artillery marked its 150th anniversary on August 1 – a century-and-a-half of continuous service.

People & service
Midshipman Benjamin Anderson with his Navy officer's cap and Army slouch hat after transferring services and commissioning as a maritime logistics officer with Navy. Photo: Leading Seaman Shane Cameron
02 Aug 2021
Navy, Army
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Eclectic career continues with Navy commission

A former soldier and sailor has returned to Navy as a commissioned officer.

People & service
Australian Army soldier Corporal Rhian Mears (right) from Headquarters 3rd Brigade is deployed as a command support clerk to Townsville field training area, Queensland, during Exercise Talisman Sabre 2021. Photo: Corporal Brandon Grey
31 Jul 2021
Army
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Mateship is key for this mighty soldier

3rd Brigade clerk, Corporal Rhian Mears relies on her mates to get her through.

People & service
Personnel from the 3rd Battalion Royal Australian Regiment, conduct a beach assault on Forrest Beach, Queensland, during Exercise Talisman Sabre 2021. Photo: Leading Aircraftwoman Jacqueline Forrester
30 Jul 2021
Navy, Army
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Troops come ashore on quiet beach in final push

An amphibious landing by coalition forces at a Queensland beach was one of the final activities of Exercise Talisman Sabre.

Exercises & training
Private Louii Hornibrook, from the 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, on board a landing craft during Exercise Talisman Sabre 2021. Photo: Leading Aircraftwoman Jacqueline Forrester
30 Jul 2021
Army
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Making new mates on exercise

Getting to know the Japanese soldiers on Exercise Talisman Sabre has been a career highlight for Australian-Japanese soldier Private Louii Hornibrook…

People & service
Australian Army Soldier Sapper Dalton Gilbee and Explosives Detection Dog Archie from 3rd Combat Engineering Regiment onboard HMAS Canberra, during Exercise Talisman Sabre 2021. Photo: Leading Seaman Imagery Specialist Nadav Harel
29 Jul 2021
Navy, Army
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Exercise Talisman Sabre 21 brings a new meaning to “Salty Sea Dogs”

Military working dogs are pulling their weight during Amphibious operations on Exercise Talisman Sabre 21.

Exercises & training
An Australian Army M1A1 Abrams tank from the 2nd Cavalry Regiment moves forward in a simulated attack serial held at the Townsville Field Training Area as part of Exercise Talisman Sabre. Photo: Corporal Brandon Grey
29 Jul 2021
Army
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Battle Group Eagle swoops

Australian Army M1A1 Abrams tank crews and US Marines work together to clear a town on Exercise Talisman Sabre.

Exercises & training