Dilapidated buildings with rusted corrugated iron roofs stand in front of railway overhead lines.
12 Feb 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Defence estate set for overhaul

Sixty-eight Defence sites are set for divestment to align infrastructure with future ADF capability.

Capability & technology | Industry & partnership
International senior enlisted leaders held a panel discussion during the Senior Enlisted Leaders Symposium at the Australian Defence Force Academy.
11 Feb 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Enlisted perspectives shape strategic dialogue

More than 200 senior enlisted leaders from 19 nations attended the inaugural Senior Enlisted Leader Symposium.

Alliances & relationships | People & service
An officer smiles while talking with a sailor on a covered deck area.
11 Feb 2026
Navy
News

A long commitment to the region

Chief of Joint Operations Vice Admiral Justin Jones revisits Jakarta and reflects on long-standing regional presence.

Operations & missions | People & service
A woman stands beside a man in uniform holding a glass award.
10 Feb 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Recipients of Prince of Wales Award announced

Seventeen ADF reservists are named recipients of the 2026 Prince of Wales Award.

Awards & recognition | People & service
A woman looks at a clear scientific tray.
10 Feb 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Printing mini livers to save lives

Molecular biologist Natalie Withington is contributing to a research program to further support military readiness.

Capability & technology | People & service
A soldier crouches on the ground displaying ration pack items to several people standing nearby.
09 Feb 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Feedback fuels ration pack improvements

ADF personnel's feedback guides ongoing improvements to Australia’s combat ration packs.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Brigjen TNI (MAR) Dian Suryansyah, S.E, M.Tr.Hanla., M.M. stands with Commanding Officer HMAS Toowoomba, Commander Alicia Harrison during the ship's visit to Jakarta, Indonesia.
09 Feb 2026
Navy
News

Jakarta welcomes HMAS Toowoomba

After days travelling the deep sapphires of the Indian Ocean, HMAS Toowoomba enters into Jakarta Bay at dawn.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
A military member stands before several ships docked near shore.
09 Feb 2026
Navy
News

Courage in the chaos

When the Bondi tragedy unfolded, a Navy diver used his training to help first responders and save lives.

Community engagement | People & service
A military man stood before a ship.
06 Feb 2026
Navy
News

Swapping the Union Jack for a cork hat and thongs

A former Royal Navy sailor jumps ship and becomes an Australian citizen.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
A sailor on the port bridge wing of a ship, with another ship visible in the distance.
06 Feb 2026
Navy
News

Naval officer reaches new milestone

Lieutenant Charlotte Flower achieves a qualification she has worked towards for six years.

Operations & missions | People & service
Four Navy medics, all wearing uniforms and crosses on their arms, sit together in a casual pose.
05 Feb 2026
Navy
News

Keeping crew happy and healthy

HMAS Warramunga medics welcome general practitioner and medical officer, Lieutenant Abby Telfer.

Sports, health & wellbeing | Operations & missions
A group of people, most in military uniform, standing on steps in front of a stone memorial.
04 Feb 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Multinational forces remember Battle of El Alamein

Australian personnel in Egypt commemorate the Battle of El Alamein and honour the Anzac legacy.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions