Commander Tyson Nicholas reflects on how Women, Peace and Security strengthens Defence capability.

Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines and the United States have successfully conducted a multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) within the Philippines’ Exclusive Economic Zone.  The MCA was conducted from 30-31 October 2025, with the Royal Australian Navy’s Anzac Class…

The first Arafura class Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) built in Western Australia was launched at a ceremony at Henderson Maritime Precinct today. NUSHIP Pilbara is the third Arafura class OPV built but the first of four being constructed in WA, with NUSHIPs Gippsland, Illawarra, and Carpentaria…

Defence marks 25 years of the Women, Peace and Security agenda, stressing gender as key to operational success.

ADF women over 30 narrowly miss out on playing for netball gold at the Australian Masters Games.

An Air Force liaison officer finds privilege and joy in developing the next generation of cadets.

To signify the powerful role women play in Defence, an Aboriginal weapon is presented to Navy.

Defence cyber professionals prepare to test their skills at the Cyber Skills Challenge.

Royal Australian Navy Anzac Class frigate HMAS Ballarat has conducted a routine transit through the South China Sea in accordance with international law. The transit was conducted with support from a United States Navy P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft. HMAS Ballarat is currently on…

1st Battalian soldiers prove why they are Australia's best after winning gold at this year’s Exercise Cambrian Patrol.

Army School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering trainees complete the first iteration of a reinvigorated field training exercise.

HMAS Ballarat reunites an able seaman and his father in the Philippines during a regional presence deployment.

The transience of military life and a love of singing brings the Australian Military Wives Choir out to Canberra.

On Operation Argos, ADF and partner nations maintain constant watch over the Indo-Pacific for illegal maritime activity.

Australian Navy Cadets showcase naval tradition across the globe through international exchanges.

Today marks another significant leap in Australia’s journey to acquire a sovereign capability to operate and maintain conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines from HMAS Stirling. Together with our AUKUS partners, Australia has the responsibility for coordinating, supporting and delivering a…

Papua New Guineans gather for the arrival of Army Chinooks bearing supplies as part of Exercise Helicon Luk.

Two ADF members are experiencing the benefits of a career in the Defence Force through the Gap Year program.

Senior strategic logistics representatives attend the Five Eyes A4 Collaboration Forum in Darwin.

Navy members and veterans, alongside their watchful service dogs, launch the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games team uniform.

The ADF is acting on a Royal Commission recommendation to address serious service offences.

Crowds gather to witness Navy officers and sailors march through the streets during a freedom of entry parade.

Team Defence Australia assists Australian Defence industry companies to showcase their capability to global markets.

Navy women show social mastery and team achievement by claiming four categories at the Women in Defence Awards.

Australian Army aviators will be better prepared to respond to terrorism threats following training across New South Wales this month. The aviation training will be conducted across the greater Sydney, Wollongong and Goulburn regions and will train both air and ground crews, with soldiers and…

Teamwork turns long hours into vital intelligence on North Korean sanctions breaches on Operation Argos.

HMAS Brisbane boasts two finalists in the Women in Defence Awards, recognising the contributions of women across Defence.

Defence and diplomatic leaders gather in Jakarta for Exercise Bhakti Kanyini AusIndo's opening ceremony.

Capsized kayaks and problem-solving games help Army’s newest officers master stress.

A radio ad leads to a lifelong journey of adventure, growth and giving back for Tiffanie Bulstrode.