Australian Army sappers from the 6th Engineer Support Regiment during a Counter-Improvised Explosive Device course during the Joint Australian Training Team – Philippines (JATT-P) program in Tarlac City, Philippines.
28 Apr 2025
Army
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Sappers get a blast out of shared training

Australian explosive ordnance disposal specialists exchange experience and techniques with Filipino counterparts.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Chief of the Defence Force Admiral David Johnston delivers the 2025 Anzac Day message at the Australian War Memorial, Canberra.
25 Apr 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
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A time to reflect on service and support

This Anzac Day, the Chief of the Defence Force recognises the commitment of all who have served.

Ceremonies & events | Commemoration & history
Australia’s Federation Guard and the Royal Australian Navy Band visits memorial sights from the Western Front in France prior to taking part in Anzac Day dawn services and commemorative services in the Somme region.
24 Apr 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Preparing to honour Anzac Day in France

Members of Australia’s Federation Guard are preparing to mark Anzac Day on historic grounds.

Ceremonies & events | Commemoration & history
Gunner Ryan Fabri, from 20th Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery, during Exercise Chimera Walk at Shoalwater Bay Training Area, Queensland.
24 Apr 2025
Army
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Drone warfare skills front and centre

Army's most experienced uncrewed aircraft operators test the latest drones during Exercise Chimera Walk.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Australian Army soldier Corporal Thomas Winton deployed on Operation Accordion at Camp Baird, United Arab Emirates.
24 Apr 2025
Army
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Carrying on a legacy

With five generations of service in Army, Corporal Thomas Winton talks about his family’s long legacy.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Current and former members of the Royal Australian Corps of Signals are encouraged to attend the Anzac Day RSL (ACT Branch) Veterans’ March at the Australian War Memorial this Anzac Day.
24 Apr 2025
Army
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Aussie signallers honoured at Anzac Day march

On Anzac Day, current and former signallers will mark the 100th anniversary of the Royal Australian Corps of Signals.

Ceremonies & events | Commemoration & history
Australian Army officer Captain Rhiannon Lever will command Australia's Federation Guard contingent in Gallipoli for Anzac Day 2025.
24 Apr 2025
Army
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Gallipoli role a career highlight

Captain Rhiannon Lever helped train Australia's Federation Guard to deliver ceremonial tasks with precision.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Corporal Hamish Smith will read at the Last Post Ceremony at the Australian War Memorial on Anzac Day.
23 Apr 2025
Army
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Solemn duty to remember and connect

Corporal Hamish Smith prepares to read at the Last Post Ceremony at the Australian War Memorial on Anzac Day.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Private Luke Morrison, of Australia's Federation Guard, takes a moment to pay his respects at the Wall of Remembrance at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra.
23 Apr 2025
Army
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Service in homage to great-grandfather's memory

Just before Anzac Day, Australia’s Federation Guard member Private Luke Morrison learnt of his relative's final resting place.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Australian Army soldier Sergeant Jonathan Apps from Australia's Federation Guard with his daughters and a picture of his great-grandfather at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra during preparations for Anzac Day 2025.
22 Apr 2025
Army
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Honouring commitment and sacrifice in France

Sergeant Jonathan Apps undertakes a most meaningful duty with Australia's Federation Guard on Anzac Day.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Then Lieutenant Zoe Monck gives orders to her troops during Exercise Eagle Walk at Townsville Field Training Area.
17 Apr 2025
Army
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Making the most of her Army career

Senior career adviser at ADF Careers, Captain Zoe Monck explains the benefits of a Defence lifestyle.

People & service
Able Seaman Joshua Bishenden, Private Daniel Barlow and Able Seaman Mitchell Rigney at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra during final preparations for Anzac Day 2025.
17 Apr 2025
Navy, Army
News

Chance to honour relatives who fought and died

Australia’s Federation Guard prepares for one of the most significant events in our commemorative calendar.

Ceremonies & events | Commemoration & history