The Boxer combat reconnaissance vehicle has achieved a number of firsts in recent months.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-08/boxers-fighting-season-firsts
1st Combat Communications Squadron completed a road move like no other from Adelaide to the far north of WA for Exercise Talisman Sabre.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-08/tactical-connection
The largest massing of naval ships in Australian waters in recent years occurred during combat training for Exercise Talisman Sabre.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-08/naval-forces-amassed-australian-waters
After two weeks of high-end warfighting, Exercise Talisman Sabre 2023 has officially closed.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-08/talisman-sabre-wraps-up
From religious engagements to gender discussions, the Indonesian leg of Indo-Pacific Endeavour was a whirlwind worth remembering.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-09/success-city-heroes
Patron of the ADF Cadets General (retd) Sir Peter Cosgrove acknowledged this year's Chief of Army Cadet Team Challenge participants.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-08/sir-peter-awards-cadet-challenge-winners
Cohesive integration with partner forces proves an essential ingredient for success on international exercises such as Mobility Guardian.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-07/top-end-interoperability
Flight Lieutenant Shiva Tejwani has been named the Engineering and Technical Function Professional Engineer of the Year.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-07/kicking-goals-engineering
Stephen Thompson had a successful career in the automotive industry before deciding he wanted to make more of an impact, in the ADF.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-07/never-late-new-career-path
More than 300 locals from Port Moresby, Lae and Madang in Papua New Guinea took part in the ADF Sports Cell's coaching and refereeing training.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-07/love-sport-asset-pacific
Australia has hosted two US Army high mobility artillery rocket system launcher vehicles as part of Exercise Highball.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-03/long-range-missile-fire-enhanced
A flexible service opportunity helped Private Cameron Parkinson earn extra cash as a university student.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-17/flexible-service-helps-soldier-achieve-life-goals
Seven nations have worked together to overcome the vast distances of the Indo-Pacific during Exercise Mobility Guardian.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-03/global-joint-forces-working-one
In modern warfare, effective communication is crucial in maintaining operational efficiency and situational awareness.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-03/revolutionising-battlefield-communications
Defence personnel have taken part in maritime security training, soccer matches, school visits and more during Indo-Pacific Endeavour.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-31/walking-talking-sharing-timor-leste
Communities in the Torres Strait Islands are set to benefit from C-27J Spartans’ increased ability to land and take-off on less prepared runways.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-07/islands-welcome-unique-aircraft-ability
From living on the streets to travelling to different provinces, Dereck Akes life changed after being introduced to rugby union.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-31/its-more-than-just-sport
Lieutenant Jo Mercieca and her passion for basketball has led her to Papua New Guinea delivering level one coaching and referee courses.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-28/escaping-onto-court
Philippine Navy bilateral Exercise Lumbas has drawn to a close in Subic Bay with Anzac Class frigate HMAS Anzac taking part during a regional presence deployment.
The crews of Philippine Navy ship BRP Conrado Yap and Anzac joined for the five-day exercise, which was a valuable opportunity to train…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-07-28/hmas-anzac-conducts-exercise-lumbas-2023-philippines
Army and Air Force cadets from across Australia gathered at Kokoda Barracks to participate in the annual Chief of Army Cadet Team Challenge.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-28/cadets-test-their-physical-mental-strength
The first US Navy ship to be commissioned in Australia, the USS Canberra, is ready for operations in the Indo-Pacific.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-24/hmas-canberras-us-namesake-makes-it-official
For the first time, the United Nations Truce Supervision Organisation (UNTSO) has an all-female leadership team.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-27/making-history-middle-east
Children of ADF parents have received the latest medallion recognising their resilience and the challenges they face.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-27/military-children-recognised-their-sacrifice
Sail Training Ship Young Endeavour has welcomed Lieutenant Commander Elizabeth Newman as its new Commanding Officer.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-26/history-making-era-young-endeavour
Lieutenants Mitchell Marinac and Owen Carnahan have found the support to complete their degrees while in the Navy.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-26/taking-skills-next-degree
The Australian and US Army took the opportunity to try a 'lighter' approach during Talisman Sabre.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-26/headquarters-digs
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The Association of the United States Army’s Annual Meeting is the largest land power exposition and professional development forum in North America. Taking place over three days, the Annual Meeting is designed to deliver the Army’s message by highlighting the capabilities of…
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/training-events/association-united-states-army-annual-meeting-exhibition-2023
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https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/training-events/defence-industry-equipment-international-2023
As a sign of two countries' shared passion for sport, the Australian Defence Force is delivering a sports officials program in Papua New Guinea.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-25/all-skills-t-shirt-prove-it
At the commissioning ceremony for USS Canberra, the Royal Australian Navy presented the ship with a rare gift - star-spangled Kangaroo insignias.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-25/star-spangled-kangaroo-adorns-uss-canberra