Two weeks after being evacuated from rising flood waters, residents of Noonkanbah were returned to their homes in Army helicopters.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-01-25/army-choppers-take-evacuated-residents-home
The first Exercise Red Flag Nellis of 2023 is off to a flying start at the Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada, USA. The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has deployed up to five EA-18G Growler aircraft from No. 6 Squadron and approximately 100 aviators in support of the Exercise to enhance Australia’s…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-01-23/exercise-red-flag-nellis-commences-united-states
Defence Science and Technology Group played a vital role in British missile testing that gave Australia an advantage.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-01-23/alliances-experience-keep-missile-testing-target
Leading Aircraftman Ryan Mills finally got married during his deployment on Operation COVID-19 Assist.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-01-28/wedding-must-go-eventually
Commander of the COVID-19 Task Force Lieutenant General John Frewen visited personnel in South Australia on Operation COVID-19 Assist.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2020-10-08/task-force-chief-visits-personnel-south-australia
World War II veteran David Shannon celebrated his 100th birthday on February 4 with two soldiers who rescued him during the 2019 Townsville floods.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-02-09/centenarian-celebrates-milestone-rescuers
Pilot Flight Lieutenant Ross Bowman speaks about flying an aerial display after wowing the crowd in a F-35A at the Central Coast Air Show in NSW on May 14 and 15.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2022-05-23/air-show-pilot-takes-us-into-cockpit-f-35a
From May 28 to June 5, an all-female crew participated in ‘WINGs in the Eyre 22’. It was the inaugural adventure-networking expedition for the Women’s Integrated Networking Groups (WINGs) mentoring and networking program for Air Force women.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2022-06-10/outback-called-air-force-women-answered
Gunners from 4 Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery have conducted a number of ‘out of the box’ training serials during their first field exercise for the year.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-06-08/out-box-field-exercise-puts-gunners-test
In November, Commander John Goss retired after 57 years’ service in the Royal Australian Navy. He joined the Navy in 1964 as a junior recruit and retired as HMAS Cerberus museum manager. Commander Goss reflected on his career, recalling the unique nature of his enrolment. “At 14, I wasn’t…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-12-02/recognising-extraordinary-service
Defence technicians who ensure military equipment is safe have been recognised at the 2021 Comcare National Work Health and Safety Awards.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-05-26/technicians-win-safety-award
Joint Statement Department of Defence and Naval Group Sovereign control over the Attack Class Submarine fleet and maximising Australian industry involvement throughout all phases of the Attack Class Submarine Program are contracted objectives in the Strategic Partnering Agreement between Defence…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2020-02-13/joint-statement-naval-group-australian-industry-involvement-attack-class-submarine-program
HMAS Sirius' maritime personnel supervisor Petty Officer Hayley Barwell also operates the rig equipment that pumps thousands of tonnes of fuel between ships. 
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-04-29/from-paperwork-pumping-fuel-sea
The ADF has set up a mobile air traffic control centre in the Western Australian town of Fitzroy Crossing following the Kimberley floods.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-01-20/air-force-helps-manage-flooded-air-space
A Navy sailor has returned to her hometown of Fitzroy Crossing to help the community recover from devastating floods.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-01-20/sailor-returns-home-help-flood-hit-town
The first contingent of Australian troops to train Ukrainian recruits in the United Kingdom has been farewelled.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-01-19/farewell-soldiers-deploying-train-ukrainians
Lieutenant Colonel Wendy Wheadon's chance meeting with a young Australian Army officer in the UK years ago led her to Kuwait. 
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-01-20/chance-meeting-leads-australian-army-career
Boeing Defence Australia will continue to support the maintenance, training and sustainment services for Army’s fleet of 14 CH-47F Chinook helicopters following a contract extension signed by Defence. First Assistant Secretary Joint Aviation System Division, Mr Shane Fairweather, said the $41…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-01-20/support-contract-armys-chinook-fleet-extended
Australian soldiers depart Darwin this week to provide critical training to Ukrainian recruits in the UK.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-01-18/troops-ready-train-ukrainian-forces
An Air Force technician hones new skills on a next gen air traffic control surveillance system.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-01-18/maintenance-skills-radar
The Australian Government will acquire 40 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters for the Australian Army. Head Land Capability Major General Jeremy King, CSM, said this was an important acquisition which will meet the strategic needs of the Australian Army. “The Black Hawk capability will be a crucial…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-01-18/black-hawk-helicopters-defence
It is with sadness we mark the passing of Senator Jim Molan, AO, DSC. Senator Molan had a long and distinguished military career, serving in the Australian Army for more than 40 years and reaching the rank of Major General. He served in Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, East Timor, Malaysia, Germany,…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2023-01-17/statement-passing-senator-jim-molan
Defence has transported more than 20 tonnes of food and supplies to Derby following a request from the WA Department of Fire and Emergency Services.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2023-01-16/derby-day-defence
Army reservist Private Varun Marwaha is bringing his professional skills to his role as a soldier.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-08-18/reservist-airs-environmental-passion
Former apprentice carpenter Leading Seaman Leigh Gough returned to his trade to help repair buildings on Operation Fiji Assist 20-21.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2021-02-05/combat-systems-operator-dusts-off-tool-belt
Air Force aviators from RAAF Base Amberley assisted Goodna Services Club staff clean up after the Brisbane flooding.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2022-03-15/air-force-helps-clean-up-goodna-services-club
A specially-modified RAAF Hercules aircraft has proven its value over Tonga following a devastating underwater volcanic eruption on January 15.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2022-01-24/hercules-brings-unique-insight-tonga-response
Australian Defence Force (ADF) reservists and their civilian employers across Australia have been recognised for their contribution to Defence capability through the 2023 Prince of Wales Awards scheme. The awards are given to ADF reservists, with winners receiving up to $8,000 to undertake training…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2022-12-13/adf-reservists-civilian-careers-employers-receive-boost-through-prince-wales-awards