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Lieutenant Commander Emily Ross accepts flowers from Vietnam People's Navy Captain Ngyuen Viet Ahn during HMAS Toowoomba's departure ceremony at Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, as part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour. Photos: Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez
25 Oct 2023
Navy
News

Visit to Vietnam builds on 50 years of partnership

After a busy three months, Indo-Pacific Endeavour activities in Vietnam have wrapped up.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
RAAF E-7A Wedgetail from 2 Squadron on Exercise Alon as part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2023.
25 Oct 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Continuing support for Ukraine

A RAAF E-7A Wedgetail aircraft has deployed to Germany in support of multinational efforts helping Ukraine.

Alliances & relationships | Relief & assistance
Corporal Zac Simpson playing in the ADF vs AFP hockey games, to fundraise for AFP Legacy.
25 Oct 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

A sweeping victory on the field

The ADF and Australian Federal Police (AFP) hockey teams have helped to raise money for AFP Legacy.

Sports, health & wellbeing
Governor of South Australia Frances Adamson, Major General Susan Coyle, and Deputy Commissioner South Australia Police Linda Williams address Defence personnel during the Women in Defence Leadership Forum at Government House, Adelaide.
24 Oct 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Showcasing women and leadership in Defence

Women and men from the ADF and Australian Public Service have participated in the Women in Defence Leadership Forum in Adelaide.

People & service
Representatives of winners and honourable mentions in the WA Employer Support Awards with Head Joint Support Services Division Major General Douglas Laidlaw, centre front.
23 Oct 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Employer support from the west

Defence’s WA Employer Support Awards have recognised civilian employers for their support to ADF reservists. 

Awards & recognition | People & service
Navy aviation technician Able Seaman Casey Anderson from HMAS Toowoomba takes oil samples from the embarked MH-60R helicopter Valkyrie during a regional presence deployment.
23 Oct 2023
Navy
News

Maintaining the Valkyrie

Aircraft maintainers are proving vital for mission success as HMAS Toowoomba continues its Indo-Pacific regional presence deployment.

Operations & missions
The RAN Band-WA performs at the Submarine Training and Systems Centre Mental Health Week barbecue at HMAS Stirling. Photos: Able Seaman Rikki-Lea Phillips
20 Oct 2023
Navy
News

Having fun for a healthy cause

A week of activities and events at HMAS Stirling aimed to raise mental health awareness, reduce stigma and allow personnel to take a break.

Sports, health & wellbeing
Hydrographer of Australia, Commodore Robyn Phillips, Australian Hydrographic Office (AHO) Director Maritime Data Management, Mr Doug White, and AHO Director Maritime Relationships and Governance, Mrs Nat McLean, using the newly launched Australian Bathymetric and Topography Grid.
20 Oct 2023
Navy
News

Defence data underpins new underwater map

Defence's Australian Hydrographic Office is a key data contributor to a new map of the country's underwater landscape.

Capability & technology
Commander Andrew Mierisch, right, with Chief Petty Officer Zoe Mack on board HMAS Supply alongside Fleet Base East, Sydney.
18 Oct 2023
Navy
News

Big step forward for Navy coaching

Navy's first cohort of coaches trained in-house and in line with international and national standards has been hailed as a milestone.

Capability & technology | People & service
Commander Indo-Pacific Endeavour Air Commodore Tony McCormack shakes Senior Captain Nguyen Viet Anh's hand during the arrival of HMAS Toowoomba in Ho Chi Minh City.
18 Oct 2023
Navy
News

Navigating the bends

HMAS Toowoomba piloted the tricky route into Ho Chi Minh City port for the ship's return to Vietnam.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
Air Traffic Controller, Flight Lieutenant Kristian Henderson proudly displays his Aussie Hero Quilt, received while deployed with HMAS Adelaide on Operation Tonga Assist 22.
18 Oct 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Warm response to quilts

Defence members recall the joy of receiving their Aussie Hero Quilts ahead of an annual thank you dinner in Canberra.

Community engagement
Legacy torchbearers Emily Lahay and Commander 4th Brigade, Brigadier Michelle Campbell during the last leg of the Legacy Centenary Torch Relay in Melbourne.
17 Oct 2023
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

50,000 kilometres for 100 years of Legacy

Travelling more than 50,000 kilometres, the Legacy Centenary Torch has arrived at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
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