The Army will receive 129 new infantry fighting vehicles in response to Australia’s changing strategic environment.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-27/redback-bring-army-some-bite
Petty Officer Christopher Smyth is encouraging people to consider becoming a Navy instructor saying it is a rewarding role.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-25/navy-instructors-rewarding-job
– Daniel, Marianna and Sami Nugent and Chadine Becoming an officer in the Army was a long-held dream for our son, brother and partner Max. He made that dream a reality through stubborn grit, resilience and a wicked sense of humour. He embodied the values of integrity and honour, which made him a…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-08-01/statement-behalf-family-lieutenant-maxwell-nugent
Captain Danniel Lyon was born in Dubbo and joined the Australian Army in 2010. Captain Lyon deployed in support of the Whakaari/White Island operation in 2019 along with many other operational deployments. Captain Lyon is a decorated pilot and highly respected troop commander within Army…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-08-01/statement-behalf-family-captain-danniel-lyon
Corporal Alexander Naggs will always remain a beloved partner, son, brother and friend. Alex was a hard-working, generous and kind man who was always there for his mates. Alex was an inspiration to his family and those around him. We are heartbroken to lose him so soon. Alex was a private…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-07-31/statement-behalf-partner-corporal-alexander-naggs
- Mr Joseph Wayne Laycock and Dr Dianne Laycock Our son, Phillip, had two loves in his life – his military career and his three boys. Phillip came into the world in Goulburn in 1980, inheriting the family Christian name Joseph as the eldest child. He was joined by brother Stephen a few years…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-07-31/statement-behalf-parents-warrant-officer-class-2-joseph-phillip-laycock
After 51 years of service with the ADF, Flight Sergeant Stephen Olding hung up his hat, having served in the permanent and reserve Air Force.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-28/love-aircraft-leads-51-year-career
The 3rd Brigade conducted its first major assault at Line Creek Junction, Townsville Field Training Area, during Exercise Talisman Sabre.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-27/multilateral-battle-group-seizes-objective
The operational capabilities of the ADF have been significantly bolstered by the establishment of the Coalition Data Network Centre.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-27/combined-operational-picture-clearer-than-ever
The Top End provides a world-class airspace for Australian and US aviators to build on partnerships in Exercise Talisman Sabre.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-27/exercise-talisman-sabre-under-way-north-australia
Royal Military College − Duntroon staff cadets witnessed the combined joint firepower demonstration that launched Exercise Talisman Sabre.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-28/cadets-experience-multinational-firepower
Air Combat Group headquarters has farewelled a stalwart with more than 53 years of service to Air Force and Australian Public Service.  
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-27/delivering-bang-buck
Having taken different paths into distance running, two Army members found similar satisfaction in completing the Run Melbourne half marathon.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-28/running-their-lives
A small group of Navy personnel made a big impact recently during Exercise Pacific Vanguard in Guam.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-27/air-missile-defence-practice-guam
Norfolk Island is host to Australian and US military personnel as part of Exercise Talisman Sabre.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-28/largest-sea-crossing-talisman-sabre
Old friends Lieutenant Commander Brenton-James Glover and Lieutenant Bryan Pohai reunite on task.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-26/old-friends-reunite-png
The death of ex-Warrant Officer Alfred James Marquis, believed to be the last living Royal Australian Navy beach commando, is the end of an era.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-27/honouring-rusty-last-navy-beach-commando
Australian Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians have successfully disarmed a World War II 500lb Mark 12 bomb in Nauru. At the request of the Government of Nauru, the Australian Defence Force (ADF) rapidly deployed EOD technicians and health personnel under Operation Render Safe to…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-07-27/world-war-ii-bomb-rendered-safe-nauru
Flight Lieutenant Sean Wrigley's passion for aviation safety has been recognised with an Air Force gold commendation.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-26/aerodrome-gold
Air Cadets from all over the world visited Royal Australian Air Force Base Amberley on a two-week exchange program.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-25/cultural-exchange-tomorrows-high-flyers
Soon it will be much faster for general entry soldiers to join the Army Reserve thanks to upcoming changes to initial training.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-25/reservist-training-shortened-speed-up-capability
Navy personnel from Australia and the Philippines deepened bonds and cultural understanding during the shore phase of Exercise Lumbas.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-25/culture-swap-shore-thing
Flight Lieutenant Steph Hume describes her job as bridging the gap between the operational world and the engineering world. 
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-25/love-engineering-fuels-success
Chief of the German Army Lieutenant General Alfons Mais visited Townsville and observed the capabilities of the Australian-made Boxer vehicles.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-24/german-army-chiefs-close-up-boxer
Defence can confirm it has accepted Ms Kathryn Campbell’s resignation from the Department with effect from Friday 21 July 2023.  Defence will not provide further comment on this matter.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-07-24/statement-kathryn-campbell
Having joined the South African Army in 1995, Flight Lieutenant Albert ‘Snoopy’ Van De Vyver never expected he'd become part of the RAAF.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-24/warm-welcome-from-world-away
Lieutenant Ryan Tyrrell and his stepfather Marty Wollins not only share a familial bond but also a service connection.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-24/tied-family-history
Defence scholars have welcomed the creation of a community supporting ADF members doing research degrees by the Australian Defence College.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-24/supporting-defences-intellectual-edge
An Army nursing officer has come a long way from a Victorian seaside town to providing critical health support to the Pacific island of Nauru.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-07-21/perfect-job-caring-adventurous-nature