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
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
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
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
The Land Vehicle Operating Manual is issued for use by and Defence personnel, contractors, civilians, agencies and visiting forces, involved in the operation of any Australian Defence Force vehicle. The manual prescribes the principles, standards and procedures for the management and safe/compliant…
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/industry-governance/land-vehicle-operating-manual
Private Latitia Bondoc finds renewed balance and confidence through the ADF ARRTS program.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-09/arrts-helps-reservist-beat-burnout
The Australian Government is establishing a national network of Australian Universities to accelerate research and development and build the future work force essential for a sustainable Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Enterprise. Defence Science and Technology Group is launching the…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2026-02-10/universities-accelerate-energetic-materials-research-development
ADF personnel's feedback guides ongoing improvements to Australia’s combat ration packs.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-09/feedback-fuels-ration-pack-improvements
Functions Originally a part of a much larger 47 hectare area, this site was established in 1941 for the Royal Australian Engineers. This site was more recently used as a Reserve and Cadet training facility. This site was declared surplus is 2017 and is currently vacant with divestment underway.…
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/delivering-future-estate/penrith-training-depot
Functions Approximately 15 km north of Penrith, the site was previously used as a high frequency radio transmitting station from 1940. Operations gradually decreased in the late 1990s and it has been closed since 2005.  This site was declared surplus in 2024 and is currently undergoing…
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/delivering-future-estate/londonderry-transmitting-station
After days travelling the deep sapphires of the Indian Ocean, HMAS Toowoomba enters into Jakarta Bay at dawn.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-09/jakarta-welcomes-hmas-toowoomba
When the Bondi tragedy unfolded, a Navy diver used his training to help first responders and save lives.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-09/courage-chaos
Lieutenant Charlotte Flower achieves a qualification she has worked towards for six years.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-02-06/naval-officer-reaches-new-milestone