Standing on the spot his great-great uncle was wounded in the battle of the Somme was an emotional moment for an Army private.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-30/mates-first-then-now
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has welcomed a visit by Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) F-35A Lightning II aircraft and personnel to Australia, marking the first time Japan has deployed these aircraft overseas.
Two F-35As and a contingent of 55 personnel from the JASDF are being hosted…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-08-28/australia-welcomes-japans-first-international-f-35a-deployment
RAAF KA350 King Air crew scour Tuvalu waters during Operation Solania for illegal and suspicious fishing activity.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-28/hunting-fish-pirates
Deepening diplomatic and defence partnerships was the focus of the Indo-Pacific Endeavour visit to Laos.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-28/partnerships-deepen-laos
Australian Army soldiers conducted a joint unit training activity with an urban focus in Brisbane, to enhance capability.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-24/units-learn-from-each-other
HMAS Adelaide hosted a US Army special operations Chinook's deck landing practice during Exercise Balance Action.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-24/hosting-first-hmas-adelaide
The Air Force Nordic skiing and biathlon team take home the ADF interservice championship after a 15-year drought.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-24/raaf-triumphs-skiing-championship
The ADF and Papua New Guinea Defence Force worked together to transfer stores to Manus Island ahead of Exercise Puk Puk.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-24/pacific-partners-ensure-smooth-delivery
More than 600 soldiers from the ADF, Philippines and US conducted an air assault near Rizal, the Philippines, during Exercise Alon.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-23/combined-air-assault-success
Soldiers came together with veterans to honour the service and sacrifice of members involved in the Battle of Long Tan.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-23/soldiers-connect-veterans
The diverse opportunities available to women in the ADF were on show at the Fearless Festival in Tasmania.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-23/diversity-show-fearless
A Women in Aviation program at RAAF Base Amberley showed participants what an Air Force career might mean for them.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-22/casting-their-eyes-skies
Exercise Malabar gave Royal Australian Navy officer Lieutenant Kento Tago the chance to re-connect with his Japanese heritage.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-28/from-japan-ran
Crew on HMAS Choules welcomed a visit from Indian Chetak helicopter ‘Angel’.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-22/angel-drops-sweet-treats
In France for the Rugby World Cup, the Wallabies took inspiration from Australia's fallen more than 100 years after their sacrifice.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-22/wallabies-seek-inspiration-from-our-fallen
Thai and Australian teams came together during Exercise Indo-Pacific Endeavour's most recent visit to Thailand.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-21/two-way-exchange
Ship-based helicopters traded places with their international counterparts during the sea phase of Exercise Malabar.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-18/partners-take-flight-over-nsw-waters
NUSHIP Arafura shipmates experienced a six-week rotation aboard Australia’s Pacific support vessel ADV Reliant.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-18/shipmates-swing-aboard-reliant
During the last day of the harbour phase of Exercise Malabar, partner nations went head-to-head in cricket, softball and more.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-18/batters-up-sports-day
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has conducted air-to-air refuelling training with the Indonesian Air Force for the first time, reflecting the close and positive relationship between the regional partners.
A team of 21 Australian aviators from RAAF No.33 Squadron trained with Indonesian Air…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-08-16/australias-air-force-strengthens-military-ties-indonesia
A Royal Australian Navy basketball team took home an upset win in the Exercise Malabar multinational basketball tournament.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-16/australian-team-rebounds-win
The responsible use of AI is assisting aviators, not replacing them, thanks to the Delphi system.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-16/wheels-up-high-tech
Reservists were were eager to display their lethal capability in preparation for Exercise Super Garuda Shield.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-16/soldiers-test-their-mettle
Australian Army reservists had the opportunity to do something different during the 2023 iteration of Exercise Talisman Sabre.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-15/new-experience-reservists
To celebrate the Women's World Cup final qualifier, the Australian Navy will be hosting a tournament with players from the US, Japanese and Indian navies.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-15/matildas-magic-sweeps-navy
Army's catering team from 10th Force Support Battalion provided meals for up to 600 soldiers every day during Exercise Talisman Sabre.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-15/compliments-chefs
The United States Army worked with the Australian Army during its annual culminating live-fire activity, Exercise Brolga Sprint.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-15/us-forces-join-diggers-brolga-sprint
Chaplain Haydn Parsons held Sunday services for Australian and United States Army soldiers during Exercise Talisman Sabre 23.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-14/faith-field
For the first time, personnel from Philippine and Australian forces have embarked HMAS Canberra in Darwin for Exercise Alon.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-14/philippine-australian-forces-embark
Employers have been recognised for their contributions by their reservist employees at the 2023 Employer Support Awards.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-14/reservists-support-their-employers