The ADF is supporting the Australian Government’s humanitarian assistance and relief mission to Tonga.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2022-01-31/adf-supports-australias-response-tonga
The music of the Royal Australian Navy Band Tasmania filled the air in Hobart when it performed at the Royal Hobart Regatta.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2022-02-25/navy-band-rocks-regatta
Working in a small team on a small boat offers plenty of variety for sailors.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-12-23/small-boats-offer-big-rewards
Replenishment ship HMAS Supply is one of Navy’s key enablers for keeping the fleet in the fight.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2022-05-04/supply-critical-keeping-ships-sea
More than six months after the Defence COVID-19 Task Force was established, its commander is shifting his focus to the high-risk weather season.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-10-09/focus-task-force-shifts-high-risk-weather-season
This is an abridged and edited version of a speech given by Major General Craig Orme, presented at the 'SIMTECT 2012: Asia-Pacific Simulation & Training Conference and Exhibition' on 19 June 2012.
Simulation is not about technology – it's about culture. Simulation is about being willing to be…
https://www.defence.gov.au/defence-activities/research-innovation/research-publications/professional-military-education-simulation
In the second issue of Listening Post released in October 2021, Matthew Sussex and Michael Clarke provide a round up of responses to the AUKUS announcement last month; the QUAD summit; deterrence implications of the China's Gliding Fractional Orbital Bombardment System (G-FOBS) that was reportedly…
https://www.defence.gov.au/defence-activities/research-innovation/research-publications/listening-post-issue-2
Personnel from the 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, spent a week training in the jungle in preparation for their deployment to Malaysia.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-05-27/jungle-mozzies-are-mighty-challenge
Navy personnel were taken on a cultural immersion tour during NAIDOC Week.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-11-13/personnel-get-lesson-aboriginal-culture
More than 150 Navy cadets were brought together from all over Australia to experience a range of activities and training during their annual camp.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-13/adventure-lifetime
Two sailors from a capsized yacht were rescued in extreme sea conditions by the crew of the Royal Australian Navy destroyer HMAS Brisbane.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2022-07-04/hmas-brisbane-rescue
Personnel are continuing to build trust and rapport with Korea on Operation Linesmen.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-07-05/peacekeeping-korea-continues
Air Force’s No. 24 Squadron exercised its right to Freedom of Entry to Adelaide to mark the 70th anniversary of the city honouring the unit.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-05-14/medieval-tradition-parade-adelaide
Three current and former ADF members will negotiate the Atlantic in a small boat, as part of the World’s Toughest Row.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-13/rowing-atlantic-veterans-charity
Sergeant Carly Box feels like she is back home after putting the Army uniform back on once again.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-06-23/aviator-returns-home-army
Beginning in France, the Legacy Centenary Torch Relay now makes its way through Queensland.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-06-19/supporting-100-years-legacy
There was more than meets the eye to a scheduled maintenance period for HMAS Anzac alongside at the Sembawang Naval Installation in Singapore.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-13/hmas-anzacs-singapore-pitstop
The Australian Army will be making major changes by focusing on the defence of Australia’s north and offshore territories.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-13/shift-focus-north
Ever since Petty Officer Cassandra Duncan received life-saving blood transfusions she has wanted to donate to others.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-13/courage-give-after-tackling-fears
HMAS Toowoomba has come of age, celebrating 18 years since commissioning.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-12/toowoomba-sails-into-adulthood
A Navy Chaplain has been conducting a ‘blessing of the animals’ service since 2017 to celebrate all living creatures.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-12/blessing-all-creatures-great-small
Dentists from defence forces from around the world met in Sydney to discuss oral health issues relevant to the military.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-12/fit-bite-fit-fight
The restoration of the last RAAF aircraft to have engaged in combat in a conflict is now on display at the RAAF Williamtown Heritage Centre.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-12/last-action-hero-now-showing
Vintage Western Australian University Regiment bugles have popped up at flea markets, antiques shops and eBay, leaving collectors curious about their history.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-22/regiment-happy-blow-its-fake-horn
ADF personnel on Operation Lilia have joined Solomon Islanders to repair coastal erosion at the front of a local church.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-11/repairing-erosion-firms-pacific-bonds
Four aviators were honoured and remembered when their RAAF Bristol Beaufort Bomber never returned 80 years ago.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-11/mystery-remembered-80-years
Lieutenant John Haycroft used Indonesian language skills to build stronger connections between his team and the Malaysian platoon.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-11/building-trust-through-language
RAAF aviator and Centenary Legacy torch bearer, Flight Sergeant Aaron Absolon, is behind a donation to help Hunter families.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-10/torch-relay-shines-light-air-force-gift
Today we recognise and support World Mental Health Day. Recognised nationally and internationally, World Mental Health Day is a reminder that we all have a part to play in understanding mental health, raising awareness and driving actions that promote and protect everyone’s mental health.
The…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-10-10/awareness-belonging-connection-defence-marks-world-mental-health-day
Recruits from the Armed Forces of Ukraine have almost finished their basic infantry course, led by Australian Army soldiers in the UK.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-09/will-win-ukraine