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A sailor stitches the AUKUS logo using a sewing machine.
02 Dec 2025
Navy
News

Sewing the seeds of seamanship

Crew prove adaptable, agile and versatile during Virginia-class submarine maintenance at HMAS Stirling.

Alliances & relationships | People & service
A group of uniformed personnel standing outside a building under a Camp Baird Medical Centre sign.
02 Dec 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Modernised medical centre reopens at Camp Baird

A modernised medical centre at Camp Baird improves health support for ADF and partner nations.

Alliances & relationships | Sports, health & wellbeing
Two men - a father and his adult son - stand in front of a Navy ship tied up at a wharf.
01 Dec 2025
Navy, Air Force
News

Family ties on board HMAS Ballarat

After months apart, Able Seaman Oscar Smith and his dad, Corporal Evan Smith, connect during deployment.

Exercises & training | People & service
Three ships sailing in a row, one behind the other.
01 Dec 2025
Navy
News

The last run of the Armidales

The last Armidale-class patrol boats make a final group entry into Darwin Harbour ahead of their decommissioning.

Ceremonies & events | Commemoration & history
A small drone hovers above a ship’s deck as two silhouetted men stand against an orange sky, one holding a controller.
01 Dec 2025
Navy
News

Cutting-edge drone tech expands patrol boat reach

Edge 130 drones boost patrol boat capability in first-of-class trials on HMAS Cape Pillar.

Capability & technology | Operations & missions
A Navy officer displays a New York Marathon medal after the race, in Times Square.
01 Dec 2025
Navy
News

On the run around the world

Mental balance drives relentless Air Force long-distance runner as she works towards completing marathons all over the world.

Sports, health & wellbeing | People & service
A group of 10 Navy crew members in uniform smiling together inside a building.
28 Nov 2025
Navy
News

Racing to the Blood Drive finish line

HMAS Cape Pillar’s crew turns out in force in Darwin for the 2025 Defence Blood Drive.

Community engagement | Sports, health & wellbeing
Several technicians, some in high-vis clothing, are crouched around a large curved panel, attaching thick black rubber to it, in a spacious workshop with tools and equipment visible in the background.
28 Nov 2025
Navy
News

Technicians build trust during submarine upkeep

Navy technicians apply US training to maintain USS Vermont at HMAS Stirling.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
An ADF athlete plays football with children in the Solomon Islands.
28 Nov 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

ADF futsal team creates field of dreams in Solomons

Sporting interaction builds long-term friendships and strengthens regional partnerships.

Alliances & relationships | Sports, health & wellbeing
A Navy officer in uniform stands on the bridge, hands resting on a console, looking ahead.
27 Nov 2025
Navy
News

From hospitality to the high seas

A Navy sub-lieutenant qualifies for US nuclear submarines, opening doors to new skills and adventure.

Exercises & training | People & service
An instructor speaks to a classroom of students.
27 Nov 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Sport program builds relationship with Solomons

The ADF delivers sports accreditation in Honiara to grow strong relationships with the Solomon Islands.

Alliances & relationships | Sports, health & wellbeing
Governor-General Sam Mostyn, Rear Admiral Chris Smith and Commander Ben Weller present the Duke of Gloucester Cup to the crew of HMAS Sydney.
27 Nov 2025
Navy
News

Sydney claims Duke of Gloucester Cup

Ship recognised as Navy unit that displayed the highest level of proficiency in 2024.

Ceremonies & events | People & service