The electronic warfare capabilities of the EA-18G Growler and F-35A Lightning II have been tested in the NT.

On 9 August 2000, Trooper Saltmarsh and other members of his section boarded an armoured vehicle after having completed a patrol in East Timor. Trooper Saltmarsh placed two weapons on top of ration boxes in the vehicle. After the vehicle commenced its move, Trooper Saltmarsh's weapon discharged and…

Private Caleb Walker retraces the footsteps of the Australian soldiers forced to flee Rabaul, PNG, during WW2.

An Australian soldier won a trip to the UK after taking out first place at the 2024 Army Tactics Competition.

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has completed its support to Operation Kuru Kuru, assisting Fiji to tackle illegal, unregulated and unreported fishing activity.  The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency’s (FFA) Kuru Kuru is a coordinated maritime surveillance operation in which…

Lance Corporal Raberd Touch demonstrated his passion for pasta at the recent Army cook competition at Gallipoli Barracks.

The largest combined joint activity between the ADF and Indonesian National Armed Forces kicks off.

Strategic communications experts from Australia and the Philippines gather for a military public affairs workshop.

In a Defence first, potential recruits saw first-hand an Army amphibious petroleum exercise in Far North Queensland.

Private Bill Cook's story was front of mind for Jonathan Church Good Soldiering Award recipients when visiting PNG.

HMAS Stuart hosted personnel from the Indian Navy during Exercise Malabar.

Today's soldiers trek through the same rugged PNG terrain their forebears once struggled to survive in WW2.

More than 40 ADF personnel were part of the US Navy's disaster relief mission, Pacific Partnership.

Craftsman Hyun Kim enjoys the various opportunities and experiences that come with being a linguist in the Army.

Civilian employers of Australian Defence Force (ADF) reservists were recognised for the outstanding support they provide at the recent Defence National Employer Support Awards. Six organisations won their respective category and a further 11 were recognised with honourable mentions, with highlights…

The latest Australian Air Campaign book captures the unique experiences of women and Air Power.

Army’s Jonathan Church Good Soldiering Award recipients soaked up history and culture in a 16-day battlefield tour of East New Britain in PNG.

CH-47F Chinooks of 5 Aviation Regiment conduct high-density altitude training over the PNG highlands during Exercise Helicon Luk.

Platoons from 17 Sustainment Brigade used their marine and land fuel transfer skills to safely deliver fuel from sea to land.

The Italian Air Force's Aeronautical Academy returns to Australia after last year’s inaugural visit.

Flying Officer Rayneil Shandil helps locals improve Indigenous health in the East Kimberleys during Exercise Kummundoo.

From the age of five, Craftsman Habibu Mbwana dreamt of a career in the ADF after seeing an Australian Navy ship in Somalia.

As outlined in the 2024 National Defence Strategy, Defence requires space capabilities that enhance intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, provide resilient communications and counter emerging space threats. The Integrated Investment Program included $9-$12 billion to invest in enhanced…

The Edinburgh Formation Welfare annual family day treated members of the Defence Precinct to a day of fun for families.

Travelling the world is what attracted Warrant Officer Andrew Freame to Navy 50 years ago, and he has no regrets from his lifetime of service.

Australia’s contribution to multinational efforts to enforce United Nations (UN) Security Council sanctions against North Korea continues, with a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) P‑8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft deployed for Operation Argos.  The RAAF P-8A will operate from Kadena Air…

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) and Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) will conduct the largest combined joint activity in recent history, Exercise Keris Woomera from 3 November 2024.  Keris Woomera highlights the ongoing cooperation between Australia and Indonesia, strengthened by the…

Around 80 Australian Defence Force personnel deployed to Japan last month to participate in Exercise Keen Sword – a biennial Japan-US exercise focusing on the defence of Japan.  This year’s Keen Sword included 12,000 US and 33,000 Japanese troops, 40 vessels and 370 aircraft. The ADF…

Eighty years after their service, two aviators have been posthumously awarded the Commendation for Gallantry.

Sergeant Nicholas Atterton's personal and professional world's collided when a replica DeLorean car appeared at RAAF Base Edinburgh.