Australia, Canada, 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 2 to 3 September 2025, with the Royal Australian Navy’s guided-missile destroyer HMAS…

The ADF women's team prepares to take on some of the world’s best military players.

The new Strategic Shipbuilder Agreement is set to boost WA's defence industry capability.

Soldiers deploy to Torres Strait Islands delivering new infrastructure, health services and trade skills training.

Live air battle management has been reintroduced to the Surveillance and Control Training Unit's training continuum.

Air Force completes a deployment to the Solomon Islands for a mission in support of regional fishing protection.

Australians and Filipinos strengthen defence ties and build interoperability across multiple domains.

Deploying to the Philippines renews Flight Lieutenant James-Andre Galam's links with family military history.

The ADF and the Armed Forces of the Philippines have proved their ability to fight side by side.

Chaplains from RAAF and the US Air Force work together to provide ministry support on Exercise Mobility Guardian.

Anzac-class frigate HMAS Ballarat has sailed from HMAS Stirling in Western Australia for a Regional Presence Deployment, reaffirming the Australian Defence Force’s maintenance of a near-continuous presence in the region. During its three-month deployment, HMAS Ballarat will conduct military visits…

The Defence Blood Drive, the longest-running blood drive in Australia, is running until December 8.

Exercise Bronze Crocodile 2025 transforms Woolshed Airfield into the first training site for Airfield Damage Repair.

Defence manages asbestos and hazardous chemical on its estate in accordance with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and the Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011. All personnel and contractors who carry out work on the Defence estate have responsibilities under the Asbestos Management Plan. The…

Australia and Malaysia strengthen defence ties through 'sister college' agreement.

Aviators battle soldiers, sailors and the Brits in Nordic skiing and biathlon at Mt Hotham.

Army Reserve integrates with Navy, the US Coast Guard and NT Police to protect the north against threats.

Australian Defence Vessel Cape Peron escorts Scottish rowing brothers into Cairns.

Gaining experience with hands-on training gave one young recruit the confidence to commit to a full-time role.

Regional Exercise Longreach focused on strengthening partnerships and strategies to address natural disasters.

Exercise Alon 25 has allowed Australia and the Philippines to strengthen regional warfighting capabilities.

The Australia Service Medal 1939-1945 was instituted in 1949 to recognise the service of members of the Australian Armed Forces and the Australian Mercantile Marine during World War II. Eligibility The medal was originally awarded to those who served at home or overseas for at least 18 months full-…

The 1939-45 Star was awarded for service between 3 September 1939 and 2 September 1945 for: a period of 6 months (180 days) operational service for RAN and Army personnel and RAAF non-air crew personnel a period of 2 months operational service for air crew personnel a period of 6 months service at…

The War Medal 1939–45 was awarded for 28 days full-time service in the armed forces between 3 September 1939 and 2 September 1945. Operational and non-operational service may be counted if it was 28 days or more in duration. In the merchant navy, there was a requirement that the 28 days should have…

The Pacific Star was awarded for entry into operational service in the Pacific Theatre of Operations between 8 December 1941 and 2 September 1945. Navy and Merchant Navy personnel were eligible if the 1939-45 Star was earned by 6 months service or if they entered the Pacific Theatre between 2 March…

First tanker load of renewable diesel delivered to Army’s School of Armour already powering the fleet.

An Air Force Warrant Officer has set his sights on making the main Australian over-50s hockey team for next year’s World Cup.

Real-time data analysis provides faster decision-making support in a complex operational environment.

Sergeant Jackson Gracie's unkempt beard is part of an Army tradition going back 60 years.

Australia’s longest running blood drive, the Defence Blood Drive, kicks off today, with Australian Defence Force personnel across the country rolling up their sleeves to donate and serve their community.  The Defence Blood Drive promotes a healthy rivalry between the Royal Australian Navy,…