Join Defence Export Controls (DEC) for a special session at the 2026 Export Controls Training and Conference. Attendees will learn how DEC has been working with Australian companies to help uplift their compliance with export controls. In this session DEC will run through: What DEC is doing with…
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/training-events/defence-export-controls-presentation-export-controls-training-conference
The Maternity and Extended Leave Support Program is now one of Air Force’s most impactful initiatives for women and families.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-06/balancing-scales
Commander Felicity Petrie has gone from being 'one of a few' women in Navy to 'part of a strong force'.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-06/navy-mentor-pays-success-forward
The Australian National Maritime Museum honours 125 years of Navy with an interactive open day.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-06/thousands-celebrate-navy-milestone
To break up their training and strengthen cooperation, Australian and United States sailors play a game of cricket.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-06/sailors-share-good-innings
Submissions are now open for the 2026 Chief of Army Essay Competition and Chauvel Prize.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-06/army-essay-competition-open
Leadership during Tropical Cyclone Alfred earns Corporal Sophie Harris the Jonathan Church Good Soldiering Award.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-06/award-keeping-critical-supplies-moving
When a recruit’s crisis turned life‑threatening, Corporal Sarah Vella’s calm decisiveness made the difference.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-05/soldier-awarded-her-life-saving-action
HMAS Warramunga personnel join navies of the world at fleet review celebrations in Visakhapatnam, India.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-05/aussies-step-out-honour
Aircraftwoman Kacie McGill‑Hayes encourages women to take the chance in a male-dominated trade in Defence.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-05/forging-ahead-male-dominated-trade
Squadron Leader Kymberlie Cullen explores how ADF supports the complexities women face in their careers and family life.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-05/proud-progress-women-defence
Finding purpose keeps Jonathan Church Good Soldiering Award recipient Captain Joshua Coleman moving forward.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-05/recognised-supporting-others
The first guided multiple launch rocket systems built in Australia provide reliability and help deter potential conflicts.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-04/missiles-made-australia
HMAS Stirling naval technicians perform critical work for HMS Anson and proudly mark their handiwork.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-03/local-mark-international-vessel
Ten-week placements build knowledge-sharing and collaboration between Australian and New Zealand air forces.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-03/life-support-crosses-ditch
ADF's rowers secure podium finishes at ANU Regatta, including gold in the men's pair.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-04/adf-rowers-efforts-reap-rewards
Sergeant Jacob Garlick wins the Maribyrnong Valley Park Backyard Ultra after running for more than 41 hours.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-04/last-man-standing-race-win
HMAS Warramunga joins India’s International Fleet Review and Exercise Milan to strengthen maritime cooperation.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-04/warramunga-strengthens-ties-india
The Defense Tech Hackathon provided an opportunity for an EDGY Air Force team to blend skills with experience.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-04/innovating-edge
Physical conditioning and mental resilience were front of mind during HMAS Canberra's Fit Games.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-03-04/fit-wade-reset
Marching under the banner of ‘Our Service, Our Pride’, Defence will join thousands of participants celebrating diversity, inclusion and equality at the 2026 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras on Saturday. Defence is proud to continue honouring those who paved the way for greater inclusion, and those…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2026-02-28/our-service-our-pride-defence-celebrates-another-year-inclusion-pride-sydney-gay-lesbian-mardi-gras
Defence Instruction - Administration and Governance Provision 4 (AG4) Incident reporting and management, mandates conduct relating to reporting, recording and managing incidents that impact on effectiveness and capability in Defence. Incident reporting and management guidance and policy advice are…
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/industry-governance/incident-reporting-management-policy
Defence Instruction - Administration and Governance Provision 5 (AG5) Conflicts of Interest mandates conduct relating to avoiding, declaring, recording and managing conflict of interest in Defence.  Conflict of Interest guidance and policy advice is available from Defence Integrity Division.…
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/industry-governance/conflict-interest-policy
About the base A major Defence enabler of Basic Flying (Fixed Wing Aircraft) Training for all three services. The base plays a major role in training the next generation of Air Force personnel under the Air Academy and new Air Force officers at the Officer's Training School, plus is home base for…
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/base-induction/raaf-east-sale
The Australian Navy and Australian Army are commemorating 125 years of service, recognising the generations of sailors and soldiers who have served the nation with distinction. This milestone celebrates the enduring values that define Australia’s service personnel and acknowledges the vital role…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2026-03-01/australian-navy-army-celebrate-125-years-service
Defence has accepted the tenth and final Evolved Cape class Patrol Boat for the Royal Australian Navy, ADV Cape Hawke, in a ceremony at Henderson shipyard in Western Australia today. Delivery of the tenth and final Evolved Cape class Patrol Boat for the Royal Australian Navy is a key example of a…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2026-02-27/completion-evolved-cape-class-fleet-strengthens-navy-capability
A pair of Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft have completed a deployment to the Philippines. The aircraft were deployed from 31 January to 21 February 2026, and conducted missions over the South China Sea. The deployment included flying missions in support of…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2026-02-27/air-force-poseidons-return-from-philippines
Members from the ADF Pipes and Drums band performed for about 30 veterans at the Rockhampton RSL.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-27/turning-it-up-11-our-veterans