People seated in a lecture theatre listening to a woman speak at a lecturn.
09 Jun 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force, Cyber
News

Building a digital advantage for Defence

Defence leaders, industry experts, engineers and technology innovators come together for a pivotal symposium.

Capability & technology | Ceremonies & events
A person in sports uniform walks along while a line of people in sports uniform march along.
08 Jun 2026
Navy
News

Sailor transforms recruit swim training

Chief Petty Officer Michelle Bush receives a Conspicuous Service Medal for helping to improve training outcomes.

Awards & recognition | People & service
A woman in formal Army uniform, including a broad-brimmed hat, tilting her head and smiling outdoors.
08 Jun 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force, Space, Cyber
News

King’s Birthday military honours span Defence

Nearly 100 ADF personnel, from a range of ranks and roles, have been recognised in this year's list.

Awards & recognition | People & service
A detective in blue uniform addresses a small group of people outdoors.
05 Jun 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Raising capability across the Pacific

Senior military leaders from PNG, Fiji and Tonga visit a Pacific-led police training program in Brisbane.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A man in a blue camouflage uniform gestures while seated, with another person in green camouflage seated beside him.
05 Jun 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Course builds joint logistics capability

A Defence course trains logisticians to support joint operations and expand commanders’ choices.

Exercises & training | People & service
An Army Major General leans over a table instructing two cadets who look on.
05 Jun 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Cadet summit shapes future leaders

The cream of Australian Defence Force cadets gather in Canberra to learn new skills and be mentored by top military leaders.

Ceremonies & events | Exercises & training
A Navy officer looks down at some new technology as he makes plans for his ship.
05 Jun 2026
Navy, Space, Cyber
News

Accelerating capability through digital transformation

Defence invests in digital mission engineering technology to simulate operational scenarios before real-world deployment.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
A Navy member stands near large binoculars with a woman and her young son who is pretending he is using binoculars.
04 Jun 2026
Navy
News

Warship opens its doors to Brisbane community

Locals flock to see HMAS Brisbane return to its namesake city for a port visit and freedom of entry parade.

Ceremonies & events | Community engagement
Three service personnel stand on parade and face the camera.
04 Jun 2026
Navy, Air Force, Space
News

Launching careers beyond earth

An able seaman and flying officer graduate from the ADF’s inaugural Space Initial Employment Training course.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Three rows of people in Navy uniform stand in formation in front of a naval ship as a marching band approaches.
04 Jun 2026
Navy
News

A new watch on local waters

HMAS Eyre enters service, strengthening Australia’s maritime patrol capability.

Capability & technology | Ceremonies & events
Two ships travel side by side in a deep blue sea.
03 Jun 2026
Navy
News

Sister ships provide and protect at sea

HMAS Supply conducts a replenishment at sea with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force frigate JS Kumano.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Two people in uniform sit at a table with small Australian and US flags, signing documents, with larger flags behind them.
03 Jun 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force, Space
News

Australia, US strengthen space ties

Australia and the United States sign a Statement of Intent to deepen military space cooperation.

Alliances & relationships | Ceremonies & events