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At the request of the NT Government, the ADF is providing support to NT authorities to enhance their capacity to deal with the impacts of COVID-19 in regional communities.

Naval Workboat Otter, Navy’s longest serving workboat, recently marked its 40th birthday at HMAS Cairns. The original designer and port services crew were joined by Commanding Officer HMAS Cairns Commander Glenn Williams and Chaplain Bradley Galvin at the small boats pontoon for the celebrations.…

Chief of Army, Lieutenant General Rick Burr, today announced the establishment of a new Army Aviation Command, at a ceremonial parade and helicopter flyover at Blamey Square, Canberra.

Invictus Games 2018 competitors and officials have been honoured with the awarding of the Australian Sports Medal in a moving ceremony at the Australian War Memorial.

2nd Battalion (Amphibious), The Royal Australian Regiment (2 RAR (Amphib)) held a Freedom of Entry Parade into the City of Townsville. 50 years on since the Battalion was first granted Freedom of the City.

Realistic training scenarios tested New Entry Officers' Course (NEOC) trainee's leadership skills during Exercise Matapan, held between November 15 - 25, at HMAS Creswell.  The trainees faced challenges such as rescuing a group stranded at sea infected with a highly contagious virus…

The Running Change program has made tracks to Townsville, finding many happy feet ready to join in with the challenge.

Sappers from the 2nd Combat Engineer Regiment have excelled at core soldering skills, with the unit’s annual soldier competition. 

The retirement of the Classic Hornet will be felt by many members who have supported flying operations over the years.

Air Force has farewelled the F/A-18A/B Hornets after more than 35 years of service, with an end of era event at RAAF Base Williamtown.

Exercise Griffin Eagle provided an opportunity to further develop attack and reconnaissance aviation capability.

MRH90 Taipan helicopters and aircrew from the 5th Aviation Regiment have made a flying visit to Cloncurry to both renew old friendships and to be prepared ahead of any emergency needs this High Risk Weather Season.

Australian and Indonesian Forces have conducted a virtual joint combined command post exercise.

An advanced high-temperature material developed by Australian Defence scientists could be destined for space thanks to an ongoing partnership between Defence and Gold Coast rocket company, Gilmour Space Technologies.

The Vanuatu Police Force post on Tongoa Island has received significant upgrades to their radio communication capabilities, allowing for better communications back to Port Vila and surrounding islands in the event of an emergency.

Memorial service held in Parramatta on the 80th anniversary of the sinking of HMAS Parramatta II during World War II.

16-hour endurance challenge at Puckapunyal raises funds for Legacy.

The Junior Leader Fellowship program has found new ways to interact and provide information about pathways for people seeking a career in Defence.

Leading Aircraftwoman Jade Wildin is providing medical care to Australian Defence Force personnel on Fiji’s second largest Island, Vanua Levu.

Kalbarri Gorge in WA’s Midwest was the spectacular backdrop for an SASR adventurous training activity for the unit’s support staff in late-2021.

HMAS Gascoyne hunted down an opportunity to thank families for their support during a rare port visit to Adelaide.

Five soldiers from His Majesty’s Armed Forces Tonga have qualified as instructors in the Army Combatives Program.

Observers from the Australian Army recently joined the USMC in Palau as part of the United States and Australia’s ongoing partner activities in the region.

No. 22 Squadron has marked a new chapter with a ceremony in Sydney.

Exercise Golden Plate showcased Australian Army Catering Corps chefs who excel in their trade.

Gender, Peace and Security Directorate is responsible for Defence’s contribution to Australia’s National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security.

Lieutenant Alexander McLean escaped the daily grind as a sales manager to chase experiences he had only ever seen on television.

Signallers from the 7th Combat Brigade are improving how they support civilian emergency services in the event of a high-risk weather season call-out.

Personnel can learn about Defence’s work in reducing gender-based violence and providing support to victims at a virtual seminar on November 25.

Advances in technology offer a range of communication options for ADF members, but physical mail remains as important as ever.