Joining Air Force after a Gap Year, two aviators are now building memories during Exercise Bushido Guardian.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-24/avionic-technicians-living-dream-japan
A documentary on the history of the Empire Air Training Scheme premieres at RAAF Base Wagga.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-24/history-heritage-show-new-film
Australia’s Pacific Support Vessel, ADV Reliant, has achieved a major milestone in strengthening the nations fuel resilience by refuelling with renewable diesel for the first time.
While docked in Townsville, the vessel took on 130,000 litres of a 30 per cent renewable diesel blend, demonstrating…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-10-23/adv-reliant-marks-clean-energy-milestone-first-renewable-diesel-refuel
For the first time, Air Force takes the title of the ADF Clay Target Championships Overall High Gun.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-23/shooter-makes-history-clay-target-titles
RAAF aviators take to the skies in the Northern territory to test electronic warfare skills.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-23/swagman-returns-top-end
HMAS Ballarat visits Sihanoukville as part of Australia’s flagship regional defence engagement program.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-23/strengthening-ties-cambodia
A Freedom of Entry parade celebrates the 85-year connection between Wagga Wagga and RAAF Base Wagga.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-23/freedom-entry-marks-bond-85-years
RAAF Flight Sergeant Daniel McDowell makes history with a Royal New Zealand Air Force award.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-23/trans-tasman-honour-flight-sergeant
Wedgetail deployment reinforces Australia's stance against Russia’s illegal and immoral war.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-23/nato-praises-nations-support-ukraine
STS Young Endeavour completes her final circumnavigation of Australia after nearly four decades at sea.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-22/young-endeavours-last-lap-inspires-new-generation
Australia welcomes the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and agreement to President Trump’s peace plan.
This peace plan brings a rare and important moment of hope after more than two years of immense suffering and devastation.
As part of this plan, the U.S. Central Command is opening the Civil-Military…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-10-22/adf-contribution-civil-military-coordination-centre
Australia and Brunei work together on personnel issues during a regional engagement activity.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-09-30/people-forefront-defence-partners
ADF personnel's terminal velocity jumps earn them top spot at formation skydiving championships.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-22/jumping-gold-skydiving-titles
Aviator pursues 'beauty with a purpose', in and out of uniform, to inspire women's leadership.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-22/crew-attendant-miss-world-runway
'IT guy' monitors malicious activity to protect Air Force assets on Operation Kudu.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-22/cyber-power-supports-raaf-skies
Corporal William Spray’s career shift to Army aviation brought skills for life and unexpected fulfilment.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-22/helicopter-role-gives-soldier-skills-life
Operation Southern Discovery 2025-26 is underway, marked by the successful airdrop of approximately 12 tonnes of essential equipment from a Royal Australian Air Force C-17A Globemaster III to Casey Station.
The delivery included critical supplies such as fresh food, life support stores, and…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-10-21/defence-supports-ground-breaking-antarctic-climate-research
Military Police pitch in on behalf of Legacy to support a veteran with a much-needed backyard clean-up.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-21/military-police-dig-help-veteran
Sail Training Ship changes perspective on life for a standout leader and advocate for youth.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-21/young-endeavour-envoy-says-yeys-adventure
Air Force security is the new game for a former National Premier League soccer player.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-21/from-football-nato-frontline
An extensive reading list sets out required tests, and some to avoid, for professional development.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-21/guide-recommends-resources-army-personnel
The Security and Estate Group (SEG) Reporting and Managing of Work Health and Safety Incidents – Instruction is to provide guidance for the reporting and management of work health and safety (WHS) incidents involving Defence estate workers, including contractors, and visitors that occur during the…
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/industry-governance/reporting-managing-work-health-safety-incidents-instruction
The Junior Leaders Forum brings emerging leaders from Australia and Indonesia together, fostering cooperation.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-21/future-leaders-foster-lasting-ties
Air Force Balloon has the Wright stuff for a quiet morning flight before the roar of V8s takes over.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-21/dawn-patrol-brings-quiet-magic-bathurst
Australia and Indonesia will deepen their humanitarian and disaster response cooperation this October through Exercise Bhakti Kanyini AusIndo.
This multinational training exercise aims to enhance regional preparedness and resilience in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations.…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-10-21/australia-indonesia-strengthen-disaster-response-capabilities
A sister and brother open up about a special time on board Sail Training Ship Young Endeavour.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-20/siblings-share-sailing-sensation
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