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General Angus Campbell, AO, DSC
Chief of the Defence Force
“You may not be interested in war…but war is interested in you.”
[Check against delivery]
Thank you for that kind introduction — good evening, ladies and gentlemen.
I’d like to acknowledge the traditional…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2019-06-14/australian-strategic-policy-institute-international-conference-war-2025
Muscle memory and anticipating actions were the key to success at the national judo championships.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-08/coming-grips-moves-and-countermoves
Anangu man, Private Luke Kennedy, is helping to deliver training to his remote hometown community.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-08/supporting-his-community
Army is inviting members to share what mateship means to them as part of the second Army Storytelling Competition.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-08/expressing-armys-story-through-mateship
Special Operations Command’s newest candidates recovered after putting their bodies through Army’s toughest course.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-08/time-refresh-after-gruelling-test
An Air Force reservist's commitment to his ADF and civilian careers has been recognised with a prestigious award.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-08/cross-skilling-reaps-rewards
Trainees unleashed carnage and obliterated targets during a regimental officer basic course in Puckapunyal.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-05/armoured-officers-experience-combined-arms-power
About the base
Holsworthy Barracks has one of the Army's major footprints within NSW and is home to a number of Army and tri-service training institutions as well as various Regular and Reserve Army Units. Holsworthy Barracks is also the staging location for domestic operations in NSW and covers…
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/base-induction/holsworthy-barracks
One of the Royal Australian Navy’s largest ships, HMAS Choules, participated in training exercises with warships from the UK and Japan.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-05/pacific-salute-partners-sea
Army's new policy to keep soldiers cool in the heat of battle is being trialled by 1 Brigade to reduce heat injury and illness.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-05/taking-heat-soldiers
One soldier is encouraging others to consider changing trades to something that interests them in the Army, particularly cyber, no matter their age.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-05/never-too-old-cyber
ADF personnel training Ukrainian soldiers in Britain have received a touch of home-inspired, true-blue, live country music.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-05/entertaining-troops-true-blue-way
As part of the latest change under the ADF Leave Framework, a new policy will now provide dual-serving couples with leave-sharing arrangements.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-05/dual-serving-couples-can-now-share-leave
CJOPs, Vice Admiral Justin Jones, AO, CSC, RAN
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/who-we-are/leaders/chief-joint-operations
Thirty-six Air Force Security members and four military working dogs have continued their training to further beef-up operational security.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-05/developing-agile-security-capability
For Acting Sub-Lieutenant Ofeina Anisi, being the first female naval officer in Tonga’s military history is a blessing and a privilege.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-05/tongas-first-female-navy-officer-trained-australia
Lieutenant General John Frewen has handed over the position of Chief of Joint Capabilities to Lieutenant General Susan Coyle.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-04/command-change-marks-first-female-domain-lead
Chief of Joint Capabilities biography.
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/who-we-are/leaders/chief-joint-capabilities
As Navy begins to double the size of its surface combatant fleet, there is a renewed focus on supporting its most important resource – its people.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-04/doubling-down-diversity-strategic-advantage
The Master of Explosive Ordnance degree is now available to nominated ADF personnel, APS staff and approved Defence contractors.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-04/course-goes-bang
Three aviators from RAAF Base Tindal participated in the 48th Finke Desert Race – a gruelling 230km motorcycle race in the NT.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-04/dusting-bucket-list-challenge
Leading Aircraftwoman Hope Kareta is combining her love of sports with her passion for the Air Force.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-04/hope-takes-field
About the base
Site activities are limited to predominantly office/administration. It is located in Melbourne CBD, the nearest train station Southern Cross Station.
Access
Only authorised vehicles allowed on site. There is no visitor parking at Defence Plaza Melbourne for private plated vehicles.…
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/base-induction/defence-plaza-melbourne
About the base
Victoria Barracks Melbourne is the Department of Defence administrative centre. Site activities are limited to predominantly office/administration.
Access
Only authorised vehicles allowed on site. There is no visitor parking for private plated vehicles. Requests for business related…
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/base-induction/victoria-barracks-melbourne
On 31 May 2023, the Office of the Defence Seaworthiness Regulator hosted its annual Seaworthiness Conference, with the theme 'Seaworthiness in a complex eco-system'.
Video presentations
Opening and Welcome to Country
Mr…
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/training-events/2023-seaworthiness-conference
No. 19 Squadron supports Operation Gateway and maritime awareness patrols in the North Indian Ocean and South China Sea.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-04/home-away-home
Flight Lieutenant Rory Barrie is the first operational member of a new Maritime Space Integration Team.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-04/setting-his-sights-space
Three-hundred gathered at the Australian War Memorial to commemorate those who served in the Royal Air Force Bomber Command.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-06-11/commemoration-bomber-command-veterans
A collaborative effort between the Australian and New Zealand navies has strengthened ties during HMNZS Manawanui's visit to Sydney.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-04/quick-repair-bolsters-relationship
Australian Defence Force Warfare Training Centre is part of Australian Defence College and prepares staff for specialist operational and professional roles in joint headquarters and joint warfare.
https://www.defence.gov.au/defence-activities/education-training/education-providers/australian-defence-force-warfare-training-centre