Australian soldiers crouch in long grass as one fires a mortar from a launcher.
26 Sep 2025
Army
News

Trilateral mortars on target

In a first, Australian Army soldiers join their Japanese and US counterparts in a combined mortar live-fire in Japan.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A man in a white shirt and waistcoat holds a computer chip in his hands and smiles for the camera.
25 Sep 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Defence-backed innovation wins Eureka Prize

A Defence scientist and his colleague win one of Australia's most prestigious science awards.

Awards & recognition | Capability & technology
Students meet soldiers from the School of Armour.
25 Sep 2025
Army
News

Students flock to Victoria for Army Careers Day

Close to 1000 secondary students descend onto Puckapunyal Military Area to get a taste of military life.

Community engagement | People & service
Two Army soldiers talk with weapons and equipment in the background.
25 Sep 2025
Army
News

Instructors the backbone of land domain training

Instructors are the backbone of the Land Domain Training System as they prepare soldiers and teams for war.

Exercises & training | People & service
Three ADF cadets hold up juice boxes.
25 Sep 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

ADFA young bloods give back to their community

More than 120 Australian Defence Force Academy students join the Defence Blood Drive.

People & service
Men in soccer kits walking out onto the field at a stadium, with children in uniform walking next to them.
25 Sep 2025
Army
News

Friendly match in Dili celebrates lasting legacy

A new generation of Timorese and Australian soldiers forges friendships competing for the Xanana-Cosgrove Shield.

Alliances & relationships | Sports, health & wellbeing
Navy Cadets complete a confidence course, scrambling under a rope net.
25 Sep 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Cadet programs add to employment prospects

Modern training and leadership development strengthens the ADF’s future talent pipeline.

Community engagement | People & service
An Australian Army member standing with a Timor-Leste man who is holding a bible.
24 Sep 2025
Army
News

Faith the language of hope in Timor-Leste

During Indo-Pacific Endeavour, chaplains from Australian and Brunei participate in faith-based engagements.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
An Army basketball players jumps to defend the ball being thrown by a Navy player.
24 Sep 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

ADF basketball ready for national tournament

Personnel take on the South Australian Interservice Basketball Championships at RAAF Base Edinburgh.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
People in the military uniform of several countries mingling at a social gathering.
24 Sep 2025
Army
News

Fostering peace and stability through language

Defence International Training Centre language specialists deliver teacher training as part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A soldier is surrounded by yellow smoke as he crouches and aims his weapon.
24 Sep 2025
Army
News

Exercise an eye-opener for employers

Employers' appreciation of the skills and dedication of their reservist employees deepens during Exercise Rhino Run.

Community engagement | Exercises & training
A group of ADF personnel pose around a military ambulance in front of a ship.
23 Sep 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

ADF medics roll out for PNG50

A joint ADF medical team ensures the health and wellbeing of personnel during PNG's independence celebrations.

Alliances & relationships | Ceremonies & events