A ship fires a missile.
15 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Defence prepares for new National Defence Strategy

Chief of the Defence Force highlights the ADF’s achievements leading up to the 2026 National Defence Strategy announcement.

Capability & technology | People & service
A large group of uniformed people stand on grass near water, with Navy vessels docked on the opposite shore.
15 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Triservice team strengthens border security

A triservice transit security team deploys at sea to support maritime border protection operations.

Operations & missions | People & service
Four adults stand side by side in a wet caravan park, with one adult holding a small child.
15 Apr 2026
Navy
News

From flood relief to friendship

A flood relief deployment develops into a lasting Christmas-time bond for a leading seaman.

Community engagement | People & service
A group of people stand side by side in front of a large building decorated with red flags and Vietnamese writing.
15 Apr 2026
Navy
News

Reciprocal naval visits deepen ties

Australia and Vietnam conduct reciprocal naval port visits for the first time, strengthening defence cooperation.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
A black uncrewed underwater vehicle sits on a wooden surface in front of a shipping container.
14 Apr 2026
Navy
News

Navy names autonomous systems unit

Navy names a new unit to accelerate the development and use of maritime uncrewed systems.

Alliances & relationships | Capability & technology
Grey smoke rises from a ship’s 5 inch gun as a projectile travels through the air over open sea.
14 Apr 2026
Navy
News

‘Feeding the beast’ at sea

HMAS Toowoomba conducts live-fire training to maintain readiness during her regional presence deployment.

Capability & technology | Operations & missions
A sailing boat on Sydney Harbour.
13 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Army crew rules the waves

Army, Air Force and Navy battle it out at the interservice sailing championships, coming in first, second and third, respectively.

Sports, health & wellbeing
A woman stands in front of a large aircraft.
13 Apr 2026
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Opening doors to once-in-a-lifetime opportunities

Defence employee Vanessa Ashworth reflects on a 22-year career shaped by unique opportunities.

People & service
Men in camouflage uniforms and young women sit around a small desk in a classroom, talking.
13 Apr 2026
Navy
News

Sailors share language and culture

The crew of HMAS Toowoomba supports English‑language training during a port visit to Vietnam.

Alliances & relationships | Community engagement
A man on skis descends a snowy slope.
13 Apr 2026
Navy
News

Navy officer makes history in Italy

Lieutenant Commander Dave Miln represents Australia at the 2026 Winter Paralympics after a life‑changing injury.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Two people in baseball caps and camouflage uniforms wave at a ship in the distance.
10 Apr 2026
Navy
News

Australia and Vietnam train together at sea

Australia and Vietnam strengthen maritime cooperation through joint naval training.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
Nay Paralympian on skis and with poles in the air accompanied by her seeing guide.
10 Apr 2026
Navy
News

Navy Paralympian driven to inspire others

Able Seaman Taryn Dickens competes on the world stage at the 2026 Winter Paralympics.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service