Five men in uniform stand on a ship’s flight deck with their arms around each other’s shoulders.
24 Sep 2025
Navy
News

ADFA mates reunite for PNG’s 50th anniversary

Two years after studying together at the Australian Defence Force Academy, former classmates reunite in PNG.

Alliances & relationships | People & service
Three men sitting around holding natural wood products.
24 Sep 2025
Navy
News

Aviation sailor helps others soar

Sailor of the Year finalist Leading Seaman Tom Hines talks career, life and the importance of teaching.

Awards & recognition | People & service
An Army basketball players jumps to defend the ball being thrown by a Navy player.
24 Sep 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
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ADF basketball ready for national tournament

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

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
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
A Military Tattoo taking place in a stadium field with fireworks in the night sky.
23 Sep 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Papua New Guinea marks 50 years of nationhood

Towns and villages across Papua New Guinea come alive during celebrations marking 50 years of nationhood.

Alliances & relationships | Ceremonies & events
A large group of people gather for a photo in amongst the exhibits at a defence tradeshow.
23 Sep 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Strong partnerships on show in the UK

A record 132 Australian defence industry companies are showcased at an exhibition in London.

Alliances & relationships | Industry & partnership
A small boat speeding towards a ship.
19 Sep 2025
Navy
News

Australia and Brunei strengthen defence ties

Australia and Brunei reinforce maritime security ties through Exercise Penguin 25.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Two smiling people in military fatigues stand side by side on board a ship.
19 Sep 2025
Navy
News

Friendship rekindled on HMAS Choules visit

A 14-year friendship comes full circle as two officers reunite during Operation Wantaim.

Alliances & relationships | People & service
A man in uniform stands in front of a ship moored to a dock.
19 Sep 2025
Navy
News

PNG a home away from home for two sailors

Two PNG-born members of HMAS Choules contribute to the 50th anniversary of independence celebrations.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
A woman in Army uniform giving a speech to an audience on the deck of a ship.
18 Sep 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Cooperation and connection in Brunei

Indo-Pacific Endeavour builds Australia-Brunei defence ties through cultural exchange and cooperation.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A man wearing a New Zealand Navy uniform stands on the forecast of a ship with his arms crossed.
18 Sep 2025
Navy
News

HMAS Ballarat exchange a success

Royal New Zealand Navy Sub-Lieutenant Nate Swinton serves on HMAS Ballarat as part of a two-year exchange.

Alliances & relationships | People & service
Three men in Navy uniform standing side by side.
17 Sep 2025
Navy
News

Moreton’s magnificent seven

HMAS Moreton has recognised the exemplary service of several personnel during an awards ceremony.

Awards & recognition | People & service