Royal Australian Navy Sail Training Ship (STS) Young Endeavour (I) has arrived in Sydney, completing its final circumnavigation of Australia and marking a significant milestone in the ships 37-year history.
This circumnavigation marks the last time STS Young Endeavour (I) will sail…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-10-20/sail-training-ship-young-endeavour-marks-end-era
The Australian Government has expressed its concerns to the Chinese Government following an unsafe and unprofessional interaction with a People’s Liberation Army–Air Force (PLA-AF) aircraft.
On 19 October 2025, a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft conducting a…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-10-20/statement-unsafe-unprofessional-interaction-peoples-liberation-army-air-force
Officer thanks Navy personnel and civilian staff as she hands over command of HMAS Kuttabul.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-20/gravity-changing-watch
The ADF showcases capability and opportunity to 200,000 gathered at Mount Panorama for the Repco Bathurst 1000.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-20/motorsport-meets-military-bathurst-1000
Navy and Yolŋu community members build traditional canoes in Bäniyala through the Saltwater Leadership Program.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-20/one-tree-many-hands
What happens on the ground makes possible what happens in the air over Eastern Europe.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-20/support-staff-keep-wedgetail-operational
Officer Cadet Charlie Morris combines elite drone racing with his Air Force training – a dream pairing.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-20/drone-dreams-take-off
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has re-established its Number 12 Squadron at RAAF Base Edinburgh in South Australia as a second operational squadron for Australia’s growing fleet of P-8A Poseidon aircraft.
Chief of Air Force, Air Marshal Stephen Chappell DSC, CSC, OAM, made the announcement…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-10-17/second-p-8a-poseidon-squadron-established-support-growing-aircraft-fleet
In Bäniyala, Northern Territory, Navy and Yolŋu mark a shared journey of leadership, culture and connection to sea.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-17/saltwater-journey-begins-baniyala
A RAAF pilot lives his childhood dream to fly fast jets while leading a tri-nation F-35A Lightning II mission.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-17/flying-fast-forging-friendships-japan
The purpose of this statement of work tailoring guide is to provide drafters with guidance for selecting optional components and for tailoring the Support Short template to meet individual program needs.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/industry-governance/support-short-statement-work-tailoring-guide
ADF aviators contribute long-range reconnaissance capability to international support for Ukraine.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-17/wedgetail-watches-natos-eastern-flank
Paralympic Winter Games are the target for a Navy officer and a sailor facing down life-altering health challenges.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-17/navy-paralympians-course-italy
HMAS Ballarat conducts her first replenishment at sea in more than four years during a regional presence deployment.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-17/ballarats-first-replenishment-sea-four-years
Air Force edges out Army during tight competition at the ADF Squash Nationals.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-15/mental-physical-prowess-add-up-victory
Australia’s deployment of a Royal Australian Air Force E-7A Wedgetail aircraft to support humanitarian and military assistance to Ukraine has concluded.
Since July, the aircraft has operated from Poland in support of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), providing critical surveillance,…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-10-16/australias-e-7a-wedgetail-contribution-nato-complete
Air Force bowlers are ready to showcase their precision at the ADF Lawn Bowls National Championships.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-15/air-force-bowlers-gear-up-national-championship
When ADF helicopter crews get into trouble, it's the crash response team who winch in to the rescue.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-15/armys-first-responders-practise-their-craft
ADF teams seize the podium at Australian Police and Services Pistol Championship.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-15/defence-shooters-hit-mark-national-competition
Candidates are pushed outside their comfort zones in the new selection course for Special Operations Command.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-15/selection-course-identifies-special-forces-integrators
Allies commemorate service personnel who died in the liberation of Norway from Nazi occupation 80 years ago.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-06-02/australian-aviators-honoured-op-doomsday-tribute
Lake Burley Griffin hosts ADF rowing championships for novice and returning athletes.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-14/rowers-regain-sea-legs-canberra
Triservice netball teams' resilience and decision-making skills carry future officers forward.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-14/mustangs-show-mettle-triple-crown
Modern training and leadership development strengthens the ADF’s future talent pipeline.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-09-25/cadet-programs-add-employment-prospects
Defence awards more than $70 million in construction contracts to two First Nations-owned businesses.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-14/defence-backs-indigenous-capability
The ADF trains personnel for complex UN peacekeeping missions at the Peace Operations Training Centre.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-14/adf-showcases-world-class-peacekeeping-training
With swords drawn and drums beating, the Defence School of Signals personnel march through the city of Banyule.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-14/city-honours-school-freedom-entry
Six teams go head-to-head in the ADF Triservice CrossFit Championships, with Army victorious once again.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-14/army-reclaims-title-fittest
High-altitude training and combined operations take Army aviators to Papua New Guinea's Central Highlands.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-14/army-aircrews-high-during-training-png
Interested attendees are invited to ‘hear from the Regulator’ about changes to the Defence Export Controls Framework and how to stay compliant with Australia’s export laws.
The Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 amendments were introduced 1 September 2024.
Defence would like to provide practical…
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/training-events/defence-export-controls-hear-from-your-regulator