The Army and the Australian Institute of Sport have come together to share knowledge and ideas on performance and tactics.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-08-09/soldiers-work-australian-institute-sport
Lieutenant General Rick Burr was farewelled as Chief of Army and Lieutenant General Simon Stuart was welcomed as his successor during a change of command parade today in Canberra.
Lieutenant General Burr said it was his honour to have served his nation for forty years.
“My lasting memory will be of…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2022-07-01/chief-army-change-command
The Army at Land Forces Seminar 2018, held in Adelaide, came to a close today. Over the past few days military leaders from around the world held high-level discussions and shared new ideas.
Land Forces is the Australian Army’s biennial event bringing together national, regional and global partners…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2018-09-06/army-land-forces-2018-comes-close
‘Storing ship’ (or restocking supplies) is routine for the crew of HMAS Canberra, but for Midshipman Courtney Taylor it's the start of a dream job.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-18/from-farm-sea
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has deployed 120 personnel and six aircraft this week to Thailand to participate in Exercise Thai Boomerang 23.
Exercise Thai Boomerang is a bilateral fighter jet exercise between the RAAF and the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF), focused on enhancing…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-08-24/exercise-thai-boomerang-commences-thailand
The ADF went up against Bangladesh in a series of football games during Indo-Pacific Endeavour.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-04/finding-common-ground
HMAS Toowoomba’s embarked aviation team, Flight 607 Valkyrie, has received a blessing from the ship’s chaplain.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-04/blessing-valkyrie
Australian Defence Force Academy trainee officers embarked on a final test of character, leadership and ethics before graduation.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-10-04/cadets-face-final-leadership-test
The Australian Defence Force is continuing to contribute to regional security, with three Royal Australian Navy ships to conduct a regional presence deployment throughout Southeast and Northeast Asia.
HMA Ships Brisbane and Toowoomba have departed their homeports on opposite sides of the…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-09-29/royal-australian-navy-sets-sail-regional-presence-deployment
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) in partnership with the City of Newcastle and Port Stephens Council are proud to present the Newcastle Williamtown Air Show 2023 over the weekend of 18 and 19 November.
Saturday 18 November is a free event with flying displays over the water at Newcastle’s…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-09-29/air-show-tickets-sale
Rockhampton students were given a chance to gain valuable insights into the diverse range of career opportunities in the ADF.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-29/leaving-lasting-impression
The Australian Defence Force’s MRH-90 Taipan helicopters will not return to flying operations before their planned withdrawal date of December 2024.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-29/taipans-withdrawn-from-service
Soldiers from five countries, including Australia, joined forces in Darwin for Exercise Carabaroo.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-27/ingenuity-wins-day
Exercise Wirra Jaya saw a new level of integration between Australia and Indonesia in a rich series of training between the units.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-28/going-from-strength-strength
Australian businesses will have the chance to learn more about becoming a Defence provider at a forum in Darwin.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-28/opportunities-top-end
The Government has outlined key changes to Army’s units and formations, and equipment locations, to boost capabilities and preparedness.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-28/major-changes-army-announced
The ADF Touch Association gave newly trained PNG coaches and referees a chance to put their skills to the test.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-27/touch-down-png
HMAS Maryborough marched through its namesake city with swords drawn, drums beating, bands playing and colours flying.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-27/special-march-through-namesake-city
Personnel have started rolling up their sleeves for this year’s Defence Blood Drive, and they're encouraging the public to get involved.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-08/join-drive-save-lives
The ADF women's netball team made it to the grand final for the first time.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-10/more-than-just-sport
HMAS Hobart, affectionately known as ‘the green ghost’, recently received a much-needed refresh inside and out.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-25/green-ghost-shipshape
Guidance in the air and on the ground have helped UNSW Canberra Spirit Award recipient Pilot Officer Katherine Russell get to where she is.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-15/following-right-flight-path
Army signallers provided extra capability and training outcomes for 9th Brigade on Exercise Rhino Run.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-26/signallers-dial-it-up-run
Major Mark Moloney (retd) has received a Medal for Gallantry for his actions under hazardous conditions in Vietnam at the 'Battle of the Bunkers' in 1968.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-21/veteran-recognised-last-battle-bunkers
The roar of aircraft engines overhead marked the start of Battle of Britain commemorations in Hobart.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-22/air-force-pauses-remember-historic-battle
Defence is supporting new ideas and research on strategic issues facing Australia through the Strategic Policy Grants Program (SPGP), with applications for the 2024 round opening today.
A total of $3.5 million in funding will be available for successful applicants across a three-year period.
Now in…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-09-22/strategic-policy-grants-program-now-open
Members of RAAF Base Edinburgh have shared in the 100th birthday celebrations for a WW2 Air Force veteran.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-22/milestone-teaches-inspires-young-aviators
Defence personnel have shared skills at The Army Alpine Association annual development carnival, Rock&Ice23.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-21/forming-rock-solid-relationships
Australia has delivered a new Guardian-class patrol boat to Micronesia to enhance the region's maritime security.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-08-31/australia-delivers-new-patrol-boat
The ADF will acquire a fourth MQ-4C Triton remotely piloted aircraft system and upgrade its fleet of P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-09-19/boost-maritime-patrol-response-fleet