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The Invictus Games are renowned for their role in the recovery and rehabilitation of injured, wounded, and ill military veterans through the healing power of sport.
While it serves as an opportunity for former and current serving men and women to reclaim their lives, the event also fosters a…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-16/lauras-invictus-journey-healing-connecting-and-changing-lives
It was a day of mixed emotions for Team Australia’s 13-strong sitting volleyball squad at Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025, as the team experienced both thrilling victories and a heartbreaking near-miss.
The Aussies started day 8 of their sporting campaign with a bang, securing a hard-fought…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-16/day-8-invictus-games-brings-high-and-lows-team-australia
HMAS Hobart has arrived at the Port of Benoa, Bali, for Indonesia’s two most important maritime events for 2025.
The International Fleet Review will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the formation of the Indonesian Navy, while Exercise Komodo 2025 will bring together 15 nations for multilateral…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-02-16/hmas-hobart-joins-indonesian-navy-fleet-review-and-exercise-komodo-25
Nineteen senior executives from some of Australia’s top private and public organisations were put through their paces as would-be Reservists at an Australian Defence Force (ADF) event this week.
Boss X International provided employers of ADF Reservists and leading influential business people…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-02-16/australian-employers-experience-reserve-service-boss-x-international
Strength. Courage. Camaraderie. Three words that sum up Team Australia’s performances during day 7 of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025.
Action moved to the University of British Columbia Aquatic Centre, with the Aussies joining 22 other nations for a blockbuster day of swimming heats and…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-15/day-7-review-chelsies-back-swim-after-years-performance-anxiety
Wheelchair rugby and international relationships were the real winners on day 6 of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025.
The 10 members of Australia’s Wheeling Diggers took on 4 intense games, leaving many of the team battered but not broken.
For Major Liz Daly, the sport is a lot of fun,…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-14/day-6-review-building-international-relationships-through-wheelchair-rugby
Brody Gladysz is the pin king of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025.
In just 1 week, the 10-year-old son of Team Australia co-captain Kaz Gladysz has managed to wheel and deal with the 23 participating countries to trade Aussie merch for pins.
Most nation’s team kit usually includes a small…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-14/wheeling-and-dealing-brody-aussie-invictus-games-pin-king
Background and list of key services for Office of Defence Industry Support.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/finding-opportunities/office-defence-industry-support
Defence is required to prepare a report in response to Senate Order 12, known as the Harradine Report, every 6 months.
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/accessing-information/senate-order-12-agency-files
About the base
Tasmania is a multi-site base that includes training areas, barracks and depots.
Anglesea Barracks is the main site and one of the oldest Defence bases, built in 1811 when Governor Macquarie visited the colony.
Other major sites includes:
Derwent Barracks
DSTG Scottsdale
Kokoda…
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/base-induction/tasmania
Information related to Henderson Defence Precinct.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/industry-capability-programs/continuous-naval-shipbuilding-and-sustainment-enterprise/henderson-defence-precinct
As part of Defence Export Controls’ (DEC) commitment to ensure Australia is exporting responsibly, we engage with producers, developers and researchers of defence and strategic goods to facilitate their understanding of Australian export controls. We do this through provision of workshops, bespoke training and e-based learning and resources to raise awareness and support compliance.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/exporting/outreach-training
The Royal Australian Air Force strengthens collaboration alongside France’s Carrier Strike Group.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-11/exercise-links-raaf-and-french-navy-flyers-darwin
Warrant Officer Ian Waddell returns home with the Air Force Band, performing at the Hunter Valley Air Show.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-14/hunter-valley-reprise-raaf-saxophonist
A bluebird day at Whistler uncovers bucket loads of Aussie grit at Invictus Games 2025.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-12/day-4-firsts-medals-and-mateship-mountain
Australian and New Zealand snowboarders were more like friends than opponents as they lined up for their Invictus Games event.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-13/day-5-anzac-spirit-alive-whistler
The spotlight was on Team Australia’s adrenalin junkies during day three of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-11/day-3-thrill-seekers-find-joy-icy-track
The Royal Australian Corps of Signals celebrates 100 years of keeping pace with technology.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-14/recognising-century-electronic-front-line
Royal Australian Navy deployable undersea warfare forces join US Navy and Royal Navy in an AUKUS Pillar II event.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-14/working-protect-undersea-infrastructure
Commander Gavin Dawe shares lessons learned after 49 years of service in the Navy.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-14/lessons-learned-50-years-service
Three weeks of high-intensity training between Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom ended today at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada.
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) deployed approximately 430 aviators and 18 aircraft to Nellis Air Force Base in January for Exercises Red Flag…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-02-14/air-force-completes-training-exercises-united-states
HMAS Albatross aircraft noise monitoring and mitigation information.
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/aircraft-noise/air-bases/hmas-albatross
A list of upcoming superior service tribunal proceedings.
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/governance/military-justice-system/upcoming-superior-service-tribunal-proceedings
Australian Army signallers will gather today at Melbourne’s Shrine of Remembrance to mark the 100th anniversary of The Royal Australian Corps of Signals.
The Royal Australian Corps of Signals was officially formed on 14 February 1925, creating a group of technical specialists who provide…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-02-14/100-years-royal-australian-corps-signals
Defence’s Strategic Policy Grants Program (SPGP) aims to deepen the Australian strategic debate by supporting independent research, events and activities.
https://www.defence.gov.au/defence-activities/programs-initiatives/strategic-policy-grants-program
Defence is aware of a People’s Liberation Army-Navy (PLA-N) task group operating to the north east of Australia.
Defence can confirm the Chinese vessels are the PLA-N Jiangkai-class frigate named Hengyang; the PLA-N Renhai cruiser named Zunyi and the PLA-N Fuchi-class replenishment vessel Weishanhu…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-02-13/statement-peoples-liberation-army-navy-vessels-operating-north-australia
The Australian Government has expressed its concerns to the Chinese Government following an unsafe and unprofessional interaction with a People’s Liberation Army – Air Force (PLA-AF) aircraft.
On 11 February 2025, a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft conducting…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-02-13/statement-unsafe-and-unprofessional-interaction-peoples-liberation-army-air-force
Information regarding the Submarine Rotational Force – West Infrastructure Project.
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/infrastructure-projects/submarine-rotational-force-west-infrastructure-project
About the base
The precinct is a key national defence research and intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance hub. It is primarily home to the Air Warfare Centre, and No 92 Wing's AP-3C Orion and P-8A Poseidon aircraft which conduct surveillance operations throughout Australia's airspace.
The…
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/base-induction/edinburgh-defence-precinct
The ADF airlifts the Republic of Fiji Military Forces in support of their UN Assistance Mission for Iraq rotation.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-02-13/peacekeeping-mission-safe-hands