Exercise Trojan Compass strengthens medical teamwork between Australia and New Zealand.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-25/trans-tasman-teamwork-strengthens-care
Employers across Australia are formally recognised for supporting staff who volunteer in Defence cadet programs.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-27/employers-recognised-cadet-staff-support
Musician Emily Booij performs in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo during its Brisbane shows.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-24/saxophonist-brings-soul-military-tattoo
HMAS Warramunga visits India to engage in multilateral exercises, cultural events, sports and to build connections.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-26/people-people-navy-navy
On February 28, a contingent of Defence personnel, uniformed and civilian, will march in the Sydney Mardi Gras Parade.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-26/celebrating-connection-between-service-identity
Air Force pilots will be put to the test with the new pilot training trial designed to deliver highly skilled aviators.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-26/flight-training-redefines-air-power-generation
HMAS Toowoomba is refuelled in the East China Sea by Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force vessel JS Towada.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-26/grab-go-high-seas
Australia joins the United Kingdom and United States for two high-intensity exercises to sharpen their air combat skills.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-26/sharpening-skills-desert-skies
After calling HMAS Coonawarra home in the '70s and '80s, the Smith family revisit the base with fond memories in tow.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-25/touching-base-past
The spartan flight deck of HMAS Toowoomba is transformed into a five-star pavilion for guests.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-25/ships-super-stewards-excel
Flight Lieutenant Ben Wheadon's lifelong passion for the bagpipes sees him perform at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-25/passion-pride-pipes-drums
Defence is accelerating the development of counter-drone technology across the innovation, science and technology ecosystem by partnering with DroneShield to share vital research. Under a three-year bilateral collaborative research agreement, Defence, through the Defence Science and Technology…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2026-02-25/australia-accelerate-counter-drone-research-droneshield
Referees and players from the ADF Touch Association were leaps and bounds ahead at the Bundaberg Cup.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-19/toads-whistles
Good morning, Brigadier Troy Francis, Commandant of the Australian Defence Force Academy; Professor Emma Sparks, Dean and Rector of the University of New South Wales – Canberra; Defence senior leaders; international attachés and advisers; and staff, midshipmen and officer cadets of the Australian…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2026-02-21/chief-defence-force-address-australian-defence-force-academy
Two HMAS Toowooomba stokers talk about living up to the legacy of those who went before them.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-24/backbone-modern-navy
In honour of the fallen World War II nurses at Radji Beach, three ADF nurses are awarded scholarships to grow their skills.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-24/what-it-truly-means-serve
The maintenance of HMS Anson at HMAS Stirling displays Defence's progress in supporting rotating nuclear-powered submarines.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-23/submarine-swims-toward-sovereign-capability
HMAS Toowoomba strengthens regional security partnerships during her latest South China Sea transit.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-23/second-south-china-sea-transit-toowoomba
Lieutenant Ben Jackson uses his pre-Navy film career as inspiration during the ADF ARRTS program.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-23/creative-comeback-final-defence-mission
ADFA's newest trainee officers march in the Chief of the Defence Force Parade as they mark a key milestone.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-23/officer-cadets-march-into-their-careers
From cadet to commanding officer, Group Captain Nadia Harrison is recognised for her continued passion for cyberspace.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-16/full-circle-cyber-domain
The Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) today conducted its annual Chief of the Defence Force (CDF) Parade, marking both the completion of initial military training for first‑year Trainee Officers and the Academy’s 40th anniversary since its establishment in 1986. Chief of the Defence Force,…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2026-02-21/chief-defence-force-welcomes-new-trainee-officers-adfa-marks-40-years
Three partner nations sail and fly in formation off the west coast of the Philippine island of Luzon.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-20/shaping-up-south-china-sea
Team Defence Australia helps a record number of companies promote Australian capability in Singapore.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-20/australian-capability-show-singapore
The Royal Edinburgh Tattoo brings international performers to Brisbane for its 75th anniversary.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-20/tattoo-brings-pageantry-brisbane
HMAS Coonawarra members ring in the new year with Chinese dragons and Northern Territory Parliament sittings.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-20/new-year-new-parliament-nt