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A Navy officer in uniform stands on the bridge, hands resting on a console, looking ahead.
27 Nov 2025
Navy
News

From hospitality to the high seas

A Navy sub-lieutenant qualifies for US nuclear submarines, opening doors to new skills and adventure.

Exercises & training | People & service
An instructor speaks to a classroom of students.
27 Nov 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Sport program builds relationship with Solomons

The ADF delivers sports accreditation in Honiara to grow strong relationships with the Solomon Islands.

Alliances & relationships | Sports, health & wellbeing
Governor-General Sam Mostyn, Rear Admiral Chris Smith and Commander Ben Weller present the Duke of Gloucester Cup to the crew of HMAS Sydney.
27 Nov 2025
Navy
News

Sydney claims Duke of Gloucester Cup

Ship recognised as Navy unit that displayed the highest level of proficiency in 2024.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
A man looks at a monitoring device he is holding while his other hand touches a round cylinder. Another Navy member assists.
27 Nov 2025
Navy
News

Aussie torpedoman takes on US attack subs

An Australian able seaman completes advanced training to work on US Navy nuclear-powered submarines.

Capability & technology | People & service
Two frigates side by side in the ocean, connected by a thin yellow rope.
26 Nov 2025
Navy
News

AUSINDEX concludes in the Pacific

AUSINDEX 25 wraps up as HMAS Ballarat and INS Sahyadri strengthen ties through training and engagement.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A Bavy cricket player runs in to back up a teammate fielding the ball.
26 Nov 2025
Navy
News

Bowled over by a dream debut

After badminton and tennis, cricket proves a whole new ball game for Navy novice.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Australian representatives listen to a senior Royal Brunei Navy officer at a Maritime Security Workshop in Brunei.
26 Nov 2025
Navy
News

Maritime experts join Brunei security workshop

Australian maritime security specialists join Bruneian counterparts for a Maritime Security Workshop.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Two navy personnel in diving gear, one from Australia and one form the US, stand talking.
26 Nov 2025
Navy
News

Ties run deep for divers

After training with US counterparts, Australian Navy clearance divers lead underwater maintenance work.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Two men in military uniform shake hands.
26 Nov 2025
Navy, Air Force
News

The sea connects us all

Exercise Malabar unites personnel from Australia, India, Japan and the United States to strengthen security in the Indo-Pacific.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
View from above of a Navy destroyer sailing in the open sea.
26 Nov 2025
Navy
News

Busy schedule of regional engagements continues

The Australian Defence Force participates in multinational activities throughout the Indo-Pacific.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Soldiers run through a swamp with weapons drawn and coloured smoke swirling around them.
26 Nov 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Busy building ties and trust throughout the region

The ADF is conducting engagement activities with countries across South-East Asia and the North-East Indian Ocean during Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2025.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Defence leaders discuss industry capability during a conference panel session.
25 Nov 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Defence leaders talk up industry at Indo Pacific

Capability chiefs call for long-term partnerships to secure Australia’s strategic advantage, at Indo Pacific 2025.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership