Defence will partner with Questacon to deliver workshops across Australia to inspire the next generation of STEM thinkers and innovators.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-12/inspiring-next-generation
Exercise Urban Nomad was designed to train and develop the knowledge, skills and attributes applicable to conduct force protection operations within a complex environment.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2022-07-28/night-day-ready-defend
Royal Australian Air Force personnel and their allies from Canada, the US and the United Kingdom were challenged on Exercise Coalition Virtual Flag.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-11-09/virtual-challenges-are-met
Defence support is helping scientists discover secrets about prehistoric climate change deep in the Antarctic ice.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-24/op-southern-discovery-supports-antarctic-research
The Australian International Airshow 2025 is shaping up to be the biggest.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-03-24/air-show-cleared-take-off
Ukrainian soldiers praise the value of training with Australian personnel during Operation Kudu.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-11-25/valuable-exchange-ukraine
Artificial intelligence (AI) is predicting and countering undersea threats, and AI-enabled drones are conducting missions thanks to Navy’s AI team.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-05-22/intelligent-tech-future
Australian Army air defenders travelled to the Philippines to exchange skills with allies during Exercise Balikatan. 
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-05-02/international-partners-unite-live-fire-demo
ADF personnel commemorated the 81st anniversary of the first bombing of Darwin at a service hosted by the city on February 19.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-02-22/remembering-day-ww2-hit-darwin
Efforts are continuing in Lismore, NSW, with a team of 15 sappers from 6th Engineer Support Regiment teaming up with civilians to clear the streets.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2022-03-09/lismore-flood-damaged-goods-cleaned-up
A pair of MIM-104 Patriot missiles will be transported to Shoalwater Bay ahead of the first firing of the weapon in the southern hemisphere.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-07-16/patriot-missile-firing-will-be-first
The ADF's newest uncrewed aerial vehicle is tested during Exercise Chimera Walk.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-04-29/soldiers-test-their-eyes-sky
The ADF provided a crowd-pleasing display at the Adelaide 500, the season finale of the Repco Supercars Championship.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-11-20/adf-revs-up-crowd-adelaide-500
The Chief of Army and Regimental Sergeant Major – Army have visited remote training depots across the north-west of Australia.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-11-18/praise-regional-security-unit
Bombardier Louise Banton had to hide her sexuality when she joined the British Army, now she celebrates it at Mardi Gras.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-03-01/personal-journey-leads-australian-army
ADF personnel assisted with managing a rare total solar eclipse event in Exmouth, Western Australia.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-04-27/supporting-exmouth-its-darkest-moment
Colonel Robin Smith and his organisation ensure the Australian Army is equipped with the best technologies out in the field.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-14/staying-ahead-game
The beautiful island of O’ahu in Hawaii is one of many places a career in science, technology, engineering and mathematics could take someone.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2022-08-16/world-opportunities
Soldiers from 8th/9th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, have been training to prepare for operations in densely populated cities and urban centres.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2022-06-27/soldiers-train-urban-warfare
Lieutenant Laura Sehmish-Lahey is responsible for improving the 2nd Cavalry Regiment's capabilities.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-10-05/bringing-soldiers-ideas-life
Filipinos re-orient towards territorial defence while Australians learn tracking and survival in the jungle.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-11-24/trading-combat-knowledge-philippines
Self-driving vehicles, drones and autonomous ammo loaders were on display at the Army Robotic Expo in Adelaide on August 11.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2022-08-25/army-robotics-expo-where-big-ideas-are-born
Corporal Lachlan Jones is dedicated to improving the capabilities and experiences of infanteers.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-10-11/engineering-infantry-innovations
HMAS Sydney has successfully completed her combat system sea qualification trials.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-05-07/sydney-fires-up-pass-test
Operation Southern Discovery 2025-26 is underway, marked by the successful airdrop of approximately 12 tonnes of essential equipment from a Royal Australian Air Force C-17A Globemaster III to Casey Station. The delivery included critical supplies such as fresh food, life support stores, and…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-10-21/defence-supports-ground-breaking-antarctic-climate-research
Modern training and leadership development strengthens the ADF’s future talent pipeline.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-09-25/cadet-programs-add-employment-prospects
Royal Australian Navy, Australian Army and US Coast Guard conduct a training simulation as part of Exercise Talisman Sabre.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-07-24/boarding-teams-build-partnerships
An 11 year-old Brisbane boy has been granted his wish to experience an action-packed day on Gallipoli Barracks.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-11-22/army-makes-dream-come-true