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
Engineering Officer Lieutenant Parritt in front of HMAS Hobart, Sydney, NSW.
26 Jan 2024
Navy
News

Stoked to set an example

Lieutenant Matthew Parritt has been honoured for his work on HMAS Brisbane's operational effectiveness and safety.

Awards & recognition
Rear Admiral Sarah Sharkey, hands over command of Joint Health Command to Rear Admiral Sonya Bennett at a changeover ceremony at Campbell Park Offices.
25 Jan 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

More challenges likely after handover

Rear Admiral Sonya Bennett is the new head of Joint Health Command, taking over from Rear Admiral Sarah Sharkey.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
Commander Rose Apikotoa addresses family, Defence members and guests at the handover takeover ceremony conducted at HMAS Moreton, QLD.
24 Jan 2024
Navy
News

When one achieves, we all achieve

Commander Rose Apikotoa recently became the first Australian of Tongan heritage to take a Navy command role.

People & service
The crew of Navy One at the Royal Australian Navy Sailing Association, Darling Point, before departing for the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.
24 Jan 2024
Navy
News

Runners-up conquer challenging conditions

Navy's 40-foot yacht, Navy One, braved rough seas to come second in its category in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
Midshipmen Jake Maurer, Brodie Miller and Paviththiran Sivanathan are currently studying under the Defence University’s Navy Undergraduate Entry Officer Scheme.
23 Jan 2024
Navy
News

A glimpse into the future

Midshipmen taking part in a unique Navy work experience program have described it as a 'different world'.

Exercises & training | People & service
ADF Water Polo players compete in the Inter Service Competition at Watson Bay Baths, Sydney.
23 Jan 2024
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Personnel make a splash at carnival

ADF personnel brought their skills to the beach during a competitive match of water polo at Watson Bay Baths.

Sports, health & wellbeing