From left, Commander Mine Warfare, Clearance Diving, Hydrographic, Meteorological, Oceanographic and Patrol Force Captain Richard Brickacek, Midshipman Rhys Willaims, and Commanding Officer of ADV Cape Pillar, Lieutenant Commander Liam McMahon cut a Homeporting cake at Larrakeyah Officers Mess, Darwin.
07 Feb 2024
Navy
News

New beginnings for patrol boat

After three months of training, ADV Cape Pillar and its crew were officially welcomed to their home port of HMAS Coonawarra.

Ceremonies & events | Exercises & training
Members of HMAS Coonawarra and NORFORCE Arnhem Squadron – with local elders and members of the community – attend the 81st Anniversary commemorative service at HMAS Patricia Cam memorial in Yirrkala, Northern Territory
06 Feb 2024
Navy
News

Navy remembers wartime tragedy

A commemorative service has been held to remember lives lost during the the sinking of HMAS Patricia Cam in 1942.

Commemoration & history | People & service
Royal Australian Navy sailor, Chief Petty Officer Dan Knapp, giving instructions to the U21s women's hockey team.
05 Feb 2024
Navy, Army
News

Personnel use their skills on hockey tour

ADF personnel change roles to gain new skills for this year’s U21 country hockey tour of Borneo.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Army officer Major Chelsea Loerand trains in the Canberra Region for her upcoming 30km walk for the Heart Foundation.
05 Feb 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Women step into heart health

Major Chelsea Loerand is encouraging women to challenge themselves at Coastrek by walking 30km for charity.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Corporal Caitlin Arthurson speaks to her Japanese counterpart regarding gender, peace and security matters during Exercise Yama Sakura 85.
02 Feb 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Reducing the gender gap

The civil-military cooperation team from Headquarters 1st (Australian) Division learnt valuable lessons after Exercise Yama Sakura.

Alliances & relationships
Map of Wodonga Institute of TAFE and National Technical Education Network partners.
02 Feb 2024
Navy, Army
News

Army and Navy adopt new trades training system

To bolster technical prowess, Navy and Army have introduced a state-of-the-art joint technical trades training system.

Capability & technology | Exercises & training
Australian Defence Vessel Reliant crew members prepare to lower a donated firetruck onto Betio Port, Kiribati.
01 Feb 2024
Navy
News

Ready to fight fire in Kiribati

Australian Defence Vessel Reliant delivered important cargo to the central Pacific island nation, Kiribati.

Alliances & relationships | Relief & assistance
HMAS Choules in Sydney Harbour for the Australia Day 2024 celebrations, NSW.
30 Jan 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

ADF thrills Sydney's Australia Day crowds

The ADF put on a spectacular show in Sydney Harbour this Australia Day, with a ship tour, 21-gun salute and an aerobatic display.

Awards & recognition | Ceremonies & events
Members of the Australian Army Cadets prepare to race tiny drones during the Army Cadet Drone Racing Camp at Gallipoli Barracks, Enoggera, Queensland.
30 Jan 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Cadets put drone skills to the test

Cadets from across the country learnt how to pilot fast, small drones at the Australian Army Cadet camp.

Capability & technology | People & service
Senior Enlisted Advisor to the CDF Warrant Officer Ken Robertson.
29 Jan 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Keeping enlisted voices at the forefront

Warrant Officer Ken Robertson spends his time ensuring concerns are heard at the highest levels, creating a voice for enlisted ranks.

People & service
Chief Petty Officer Gillian Bryant has been awarded a Conspicuous Service Cross
26 Jan 2024
Navy
News

Stepping up and talking the talk

Chief Petty Officer Gillian Bryant has been awarded a Conspicuous Service Cross for

Awards & recognition | People & service
Australia Defence Force Personnel have been recognised for their continued efforts in this year’s Australia Day Honours list.
26 Jan 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Australia Day honours announced

Defence's Secretary and ADF personnel have been recognised for devotion to duty in the Australia Day Honours and Awards list for 2024.

Awards & recognition | Ceremonies & events