Construction workers stand either side of a business sign, in between two cars at a construction site.
14 Oct 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Defence backs Indigenous capability

Defence awards more than $70 million in construction contracts to two First Nations-owned businesses.

Community engagement | Industry & partnership
A soldier in combat gear speaks to a mother and child at Perth Royal Show.
14 Oct 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Triservice displays wow Perth Royal Show

Annual agricultural gathering marks official launch of Defence Hub to connect with community.

Ceremonies & events | Community engagement
Two ADF crews compete in eight-person rowing on Lake Burley Griffin.
14 Oct 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Rowers regain sea legs in Canberra

Lake Burley Griffin hosts ADF rowing championships for novice and returning athletes.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Five netball players and their coach form up in V formation.
14 Oct 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Mustangs show mettle with triple crown

Triservice netball teams' resilience and decision-making skills carry future officers forward.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
A navy ship sails in blue-grey waters on a cloudy day.
13 Oct 2025
Navy
News

Eyre arrives at her home port

The second of Navy's six Arafura-class offshore patrol vessels marks a significant milestone.

Capability & technology | Ceremonies & events
A man in Navy uniform standing in front of a white vehicle.
13 Oct 2025
Navy
News

Bravery on the battlefield and beyond

After an improvised explosive device shattered a UN patrol, one Navy member's resilience and swift actions saved lives.

Awards & recognition | Operations & missions
A person hangs on a rope from a rock face with blue sky, sun and green plains in the background.
13 Oct 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Between a rocky and an icy place

Over two weeks, Defence personnel put their skills to the test at the Rock and Ice 25 carnival.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
A player in maroon singlet and shorts scores a try by diving between defenders dressed in black with teal-and-white stripes.
13 Oct 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

International flavour to touch nationals

Visiting Fijian teams bring their special flair to Defence championships in Queensland.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
Navy personnel on a jetty discuss explosive ordnance disposal.
10 Oct 2025
Navy
News

Mine hunters reach new depths

Clearance divers refine tactics, techniques and procedures in Cockburn Sound, Western Australia.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
A group of Navy personnel in exercise gear stand and sit in a group on the deck of a ship with a sunrise in the background.
10 Oct 2025
Navy
News

'Ballaratitude' boosts morale

Navy personnel on board HMAS Ballarat focus on physical and mental health during deployment.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Three Defence personnel in three different service uniforms hold a commendation.
09 Oct 2025
Navy
News

Creative talents on display

Sailor uses his graphic design training to create a new challenge coin for the Chief of Joint Capabilities.

Awards & recognition | People & service
A group of people in firefighting gear face a bright yellow 'fire' light in a firefighting scenario.
09 Oct 2025
Navy
News

Handling the heat with first responders

Navy personnel work with emergency services to hone firefighting skills on Exercise Vulcan Phoenix.

Exercises & training