Royal Australian Navy Anzac Class Frigate HMAS Toowoomba has conducted a routine transit through the South China Sea in accordance with international law.
HMAS Toowoomba is currently on a Regional Presence Deployment in the Indo-Pacific region.
These deployments play a vital…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2026-02-12/australia-conducts-routine-transit-through-south-china-sea
Three Navy members swim the icy waters of the Derwent River as part of the Royal Hobart Regatta.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-17/endurance-across-derwent
75 Squadron aircraft maintainers played a critical role keeping the fifth-generation fighters mission-ready during the Exercise Red Flag Nellis.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-17/mission-ready-exercise-red-flag-nellis
Wing Commander Linda Corbould supports Tasmanian cadets by sharing her experience across a long flying career.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-17/girl-who-soared
An Air Force wing and squadron are renamed, but their mission to help aviators whenever wherever remains the same.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-17/new-names-same-missions
ADF personnel unite with Japanese and US military to strengthen capability during a joint integrated exercise.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-13/exercise-strengthens-trilateral-cooperation
Able Seaman Simangan feels his deployment on HMAS Toowoomba honours his family’s past and future.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-16/connecting-through-time-space
The Queensland Firebirds work with Air Force physical training instructors to build resilience and teamwork.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-16/firebirds-take-air-force-training
As an Indian-Australian Defence member, Seaman Puneet Bandaru is building the connection between both nations.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-16/sailor-bridges-cultures-during-port-visit
Australian Defence Vessel (ADV) Reliant, has delivered critical humanitarian assistance to Banaba island in Kiribati.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-16/reliable-aid-remote-island-community
Reinforced by the discipline she learnt in Defence, Corporal Taylah Gentzen took on the the world's heaviest female boxer.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-16/soldiers-strength-built-from-discipline
Connecting to others and himself through creative writing helped a struggling aviator overcome his challenges.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-10/finding-strength-through-storytelling
Army reduces administrative burden to restore commanders’ authority and improve readiness.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-16/red-tape-armys-crosshairs
ADF triathletes deliver strong performances across multiple divisions at the Batemans Bay Triathlon.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-13/triathletes-shine-batemans-bay
A state-of-the-art military working dog facility opens at RAAF Base Tindal.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-16/new-working-dog-centre-opens
From across the country, a World War II veteran watched a special Last Post ceremony for his late brother.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-13/familys-legacy-service
ADF junior leaders trek the Kokoda Trail to reflect on courage, endurance and shared history.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-13/walking-muddy-footsteps-kokodas-fallen
Two Navy officers join a South Korean Navy training cruise to build skills and partnerships.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-13/training-cruise-strengthens-naval-ties
HMAS Toowoomba transits the South China Sea as part of its regional presence deployment.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-13/hmas-toowoomba-transits-south-china-sea
Sergeant David Humphry retires after a 50-year career shaped by service and mentoring.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-13/half-century-dedicated-service
About the base
HMAS Albatross, Naval Air Station Nowra, is the Navy's largest operational establishment with a long history of naval aviation support. It is home to Fleet Air Arm Headquarters and over 20 diverse resident units and aviation squadrons.
HMAS Albatross is a truly tri-service unit. It…
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/base-induction/hmas-albatross
In November 2008, the Australian Government formally accepted an offer from the former President of Timor-Leste for Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel to wear the Timor-Leste Solidarity Medal (TLSM).
The medal was established to recognise those men and women who provided service in stability…
https://www.defence.gov.au/adf-members-families/honours-awards/foreign-awards/timor-leste-solidarity-medal
Molecular biologist Natalie Withington is contributing to a research program to further support military readiness.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-10/printing-mini-livers-save-lives
The Assistant Minister for Defence opens the new next‑generation MQ‑4C Triton facilities at RAAF Base Tindal.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-12/strengthening-northern-air-power
After the success of a rugby development day in WA last year, Navy gears up to do it again in the east.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-12/from-tryouts-ultimate-goals
Sixty-eight Defence sites are set for divestment to align infrastructure with future ADF capability.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-12/defence-estate-set-overhaul
Seventeen ADF reservists are named recipients of the 2026 Prince of Wales Award.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-10/recipients-prince-wales-award-announced
The Australian Industry Capability (AIC) Practitioner course aims to foster a broad understanding of AIC requirements across Defence and Defence Industry personnel. Bringing together professionals from both sectors, the course seeks to promote knowledge exchange and collaboration, enhancing the…
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/training-events/australian-industry-capability-practitioner-course-2026
More than 200 senior enlisted leaders from 19 nations attended the inaugural Senior Enlisted Leader Symposium.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-11/enlisted-perspectives-shape-strategic-dialogue
Chief of Joint Operations Vice Admiral Justin Jones revisits Jakarta and reflects on long-standing regional presence.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-11/long-commitment-region