Two men shaking hands with two other men standing next to them.
14 Jul 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Helping veterans stay connected

Veterans transitioning to civilian life can continue accessing Defence bases for up to two years under a new program.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Defence personnel demonstrate a medical procedure to a room full of others.
14 Jul 2026
Navy
News

International exercise fortifies bonds

Eight nations train in simulated real-world scenarios to enhance allied medical readiness.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Several uniformed sailors stand at the front of a ship at night, with some carrying rifles.
13 Jul 2026
Navy
News

Safely removing the scars of the conflict

A Navy task unit surveys a Tuvalu lagoon to support future unexploded ordnance clearance.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Two men in uniform stand beside an open doorway as one cuts a red ribbon.
13 Jul 2026
Navy
News

New simulator boosts submarine readiness

A new submarine bridge simulator helps crews prepare for surfaced operations before going to sea.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
A group of international military personnel stand together.
13 Jul 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
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Partners unite to shape an integrated exercise

Australian and international partners come together to plan Australia’s largest military exercise: Talisman Sabre 2027.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
A male Navy officer hands a ceremonial sword to a female Navy officer on a theatrette stage.
10 Jul 2026
Navy
News

Simple promise from Navy's new enlisted leader

The service's most senior sailor appointment has changed hands for the 11th time during a ceremony in Canberra.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
A soccer player runs on an angle and prepares to kick a ball as she faces opposition.
10 Jul 2026
Navy
News

Fancy footwork with friends and partners

Australian Navy men and women defeat the United States Marine Corps in a Forces Football match in Darwin.

Alliances & relationships | Sports, health & wellbeing
A big group of students celebrate after a grand tour of HMAS Diamantina.
10 Jul 2026
Navy
News

Rendering a safe Pacific through engagement

Hosting Pacific students while working to build collective explosive ordnance disposal capability is all in a days work for the ADF.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A man in a white uniform speaks to seated people in camouflage uniforms in a room with vending machines.
10 Jul 2026
Navy
News

Wise words inspire HMAS Sydney’s crew

The Chief of Joint Operations shares lessons from his naval career with HMAS Sydney’s crew.

Exercises & training | People & service
Three Australian armed service personnel stand side on to the camera.
10 Jul 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Wellbeing project expands to ADF members

The Department of Veterans’ Affairs Longitudinal Wellbeing Project will now include current serving ADF members.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
A man hands a folded flag to another man.
09 Jul 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Standing ready to do the nation's toughest work

Admiral David Johnston hands over command of the Australian Defence Force to Admiral Mark Hammond.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
A building with coloured lights on it.
09 Jul 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Defence a trail blazer for Indigenous procurement

Defence sets the benchmark for Australian Government agencies in awarding contracts to First Nations businesses.

Ceremonies & events | Industry & partnership