Australia and Japan conduct simultaneous naval exercises to improve cooperation across the Indo-Pacific.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-30/exercises-deepen-australia-japan-ties
ADF players come together to forge connections, support a great cause and enjoy plenty of fun on the field.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-30/back-back-baseball-champions
An instructor at 1 Recruit Training Unit, proud to carry the Governor-General’s Banner, is even more proud of her recruits.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-30/flying-flag-raaf-values
Regional navies strengthen cooperation during Exercise Kakadu while respecting cultural and religious practices at sea.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-30/cultural-respect-sea
The Australian Army has recognised the establishment of its new Littoral Manoeuvre Group with a ceremonial parade at Gallipoli Barracks, Brisbane.  The group will strengthen Army’s ability to move, deploy and support land forces across coastal and island regions, helping to deliver…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2026-03-30/new-littoral-manoeuvre-group-established-brisbane
Philippine Navy ship BRP Diego Silang conducts her first entry into and resupply at Sydney Harbour.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-27/food-tastes-better-international-friends
Army AFL players too good for Navy and Air Force at this year's ADF Aussie Rules National Carnival.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-27/army-coloured-white-wash
HMAS Stirling has turned its mess into a space for professional learning and strategic discussion.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-27/press-club-encourages-strategic-thinking
The Australian Army is rapidly accelerating its drone capability through courses at Puckapunyal.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-27/army-accelerates-drone-training
100 Squadron and the heritage aircraft they preserve show how the past can be a great guide for the future.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-27/flying-past-see-future
Pacific journalists tour Australian Defence Vessel Reliant to learn about Australia’s support across the region.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-27/developing-reliant-friendships
Leading researchers, industry partners and defence specialists prepare for the 2026 ADSTAR Summit.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-26/adstar-summit-focus-accelerating-capability
Navy imagery specialists are celebrated for their storytelling skills and capability with a new visual publication.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-26/navy-viewed-through-new-lens
Army's 1st Recruit Training Battalion celebrates 125 years of service with a community day at Wagga Beach.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-26/community-day-marks-armys-125th-year-service
A HMAS Toowoomba navigator is helping to train the next generation of maritime warfare officers.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-26/generations-training-south-china-sea
Personnel on board HMAS Toowoomba engage in whole-ship damage-control training at sea.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-26/survival-training-gives-sailors-edge
The Australian Operational Service Medal – Indo-Pacific recognises the service of Australia Defence Force members who have served on contemporary operations across the Indo-Pacific region. Eligibility To qualify, Australian Defence Force (ADF) members and allied foreign Defence Force member must…
https://www.defence.gov.au/adf-members-families/honours-awards/australian-awards/australian-operational-service-medal-indo-pacific
New Navy recruits experience life at sea for the first time during the Kakadu Fleet Review in Sydney Harbour.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-26/new-recruits-test-sea-legs
Four ADF Cycling members conquer the gruelling Peaks Challenge, tackling three major climbs as part of the event.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-25/army-chaplain-reflects-cycle-life
Australian and New Zealand air forces deepen integration through a joint training exercise.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-25/training-one-team
The Australian Naval Vessel Register lists the vessels in Defence’s regulatory jurisdiction, including those owned and operated by Defence, those used for a Defence purpose, and those supporting Defence operations. Defence Vessel…
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/industry-governance/australian-naval-vessel-register
The overarching message from this years Aviator Symposium 2026 is clear - our people should develop an airminded warfighter mindset.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-18/mindset-warfighting-edge
After years of intense training, Lieutenant Annalise Pugno deploys as HMAS Toowoomba's embarked doctor.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-25/world-class-medical-care-sea
A Philippine Navy ship arrives in Sydney Harbour for the first time during Exercise Kakadu.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-25/philippine-ship-makes-history-sydney
For personnel on board HMAS Toowoomba, life is easier thanks to the work of the ship's welfare committee officers.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-25/hmas-toowoombas-tireless-morale-boosters
A Defence School of Intelligence instructor is awarded for building strong intelligence professionals across the ADF.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-25/crafting-top-intelligence
The inaugural Space Chief’s Conclave brought together international space leaders for an inspiring day of collaboration.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-24/global-space-chiefs-unite-canberra
HMAS Ballarat personnel strengthen their relationship with the Ballarat community during a freedom-of-entry ceremony.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-24/hmas-ballarat-marches-through-namesake-city