Vision extends towards holding local competitions in every state as participation in Air Force football grows.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-09/air-force-football-kicks-goals-off-field
Colonel-in-Chief pays tribute to generations of signallers in every theatre where Australian forces have served.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-09/royal-visit-tops-off-signals-centenary
Outstanding achievements in aviation and workplace health and safety are recognised in this year’s Air Force Safety Awards.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-09/air-force-rewards-workplace-safety
Hobart locals were welcomed aboard HMAS Choules during a port visit open day.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-05-13/choules-brings-sea-life-shore
A contingent of soldiers, sailors and aviators make a positive impact during their visit to Solomon Islands.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-09/adf-sport-leaves-lasting-legacy-honiara
Over one of the world’s busiest maritime corridors, Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) P-8A Poseidon crews collaborated with their Malaysian counterparts to enhance maritime domain awareness through Operation Gateway.
In late November, the RAAF deployed three P-8As to Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-12-09/operation-gateway-malaysia-strengthens-regional-security
The Australian Defence Force participates in multinational activities throughout the Indo-Pacific.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-05/busy-schedule-regional-engagements-continues
The Australian Army Functional Fitness Association launches following the rise of fitness racing competitions.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-09/association-opens-door-fitness-racers
Air Force's 36 Squadron integrates with allies to deliver essential supplies in Arctic regions.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/operation-boxtop-top-world
HMAS Ballarat returns home to WA after its three-month regional presence deployment in the Indo-Pacific.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/welcome-home-ballarat
Navy farewells the last Armidale-class patrol boats in a decommissioning ceremony at HMAS Coonawarra in Darwin.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/armidale-class-sails-into-history
Army Aviation leaps forward with a relocation and the introduction of the AH-64E Apache into service.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/parades-mark-army-aviation-milestones
A section commander from 1st Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment, credits his team for Hassett Award win.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/army-names-outstanding-junior-leader
Australia and the Philippines complete their biggest joint training program yet, expanding into new domains.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/philippines-engagement-taken-new-level
Students from 32 schools got the chance to explore careers and learn about Navy life during Indo Pacific 25.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/navy-life-expo-offers-career-options
Surfing event brings veterans and current ADF members together to share individual experiences of service.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/bonding-battle-break
Royal Australian Navy Hobart class guided-missile destroyer HMAS Brisbane has returned to Fleet Base East in Sydney following a successful four-month deployment throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
HMAS Brisbane sailed over 32,000 nautical miles during her deployment and conducted engagements with…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-12-07/hmas-brisbane-returns-sydney-from-regional-presence-deployment
Experts from 26 countries participated in Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) Exercise Pacific Shield 25 (PS25) in Tokyo, Japan, from December 2-4, 2025. Participating States reaffirmed their commitment to take action and prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD), their…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-12-05/aper-joint-statement-exercise-pacific-shield-2025
HMAS Encounter welcomes a new commander and a relocation at a ceremonial sunset in South Australia.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-05/encountering-new-chapter
HMAS Coonawarra welcomes a new commanding officer during cyclone preparations.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-05/new-command-begins-cyclone-challenge
Perth contract mining company celebrates reservists as strong team players in business.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-05/was-macmahon-takes-national-reserve-award
AFL athletes put four onboard gyms to the test during a memorable weekend at sea.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-05/giants-board-canberra-sea-cruise
Strength and camaraderie thrive at every rank and experience level on inaugural weekend.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-05/air-force-powerlifters-hoist-colours-first-event
Aviators runners-up in both divisions against experienced civilian teams at South Australian regatta.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-05/air-force-women-secure-keelboat-double
Black Hawk crews run counter-terrorism training to qualify for the special operations environment.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-05/urban-training-takes-flight
Pathfinder Awards recognise aviators who truly embody the spirit of the World War 2 force.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-04/air-mobility-group-honours-high-flyers
Unexploded ordnance (UXO) continues to pose a risk to the communities around Australia, particularly when disturbed or moved. These items may date back to World War II or be remnants of more recent training activities.
Director General Explosive Ordnance, Commodore James Nash RAN said that…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-12-04/public-urged-stay-alert-uxo-hazards
Royal Australian Navy Anzac class frigate HMAS Ballarat has returned to Fleet Base West in Western Australia following a successful three-month Regional Presence Deployment throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
Regional Presence Deployments play a vital role in Australia’s security and prosperity by…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-12-04/hmas-ballarat-returns-after-successful-regional-presence-deployment
About the base
The Singleton Military Area, located in the Hunter Valley, approximately 130 km north of Sydney, encompasses Lone Pine Barracks and the Singleton Training Area.
Lone Pine Barracks, situated 8 km south of Singleton, is a key Army training facility supporting a range of Defence units.…
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/base-induction/singleton-military-area
Adelaide hospital honoured at national ceremony for supporting reservist employee.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-04/sa-not-profit-wins-reserve-award