Soldier and aviator posthumously awarded after research uncovers remarkable record.

The first two Royal Australian Air Force pilots to undergo ab initio pilot training with the Royal Air Force receive their wings.

Personnel collectively run the 480 kilometres between their bases to support Australian veterans’ families.

Corporal Rob Scott found his calling when he saw an opening for the Air Force Band while in France.

After more than seven decades, Able Seaman Colin Cherry receives his medals for the Korean War.

Staff Cadet Thomas Sandor said Exercise Shaggy Ridge was hard, but a great first step into Army.

Army battalion soldiers' local knowledge proves vital during cyclone relief efforts.

Sapper navigates legal and technical challenges to print replica mines for realistic training.

Lance Corporal Georgina Friend goes from marine specialist to working in an infantry battalion.

After 20 years, a new ADF bible has been officially launched, and contains content specific to ADF service.

Creativity is key to unlocking the potential for smarter thinking and more effective operations.

Pacific heads of military, law enforcement, customs and immigration will convene in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, for the seventh Joint Heads of Pacific Security (JHoPS) meeting from 18 to 20 March 2025. Established in 2019, JHoPS encompasses 24 Pacific island jurisdictions, two observer…

The 9th Australia-India Defence Policy Talks (DPTs) were held in New Delhi on 17 March. The Indian delegation was led by Joint Secretary Shri Amitabh Prasad, while the Australian side was led by First Assistant Secretary International Policy Division, Department of Defence Australia Mr Bernard…

A fully operational, Australian-made nanosatellite has been launched from the United States into low-Earth orbit. Buccaneer Main Mission, known as a CubeSat, is the second of two CubeSats launched under the Buccaneer project, following the successful launch of Buccaneer Risk Mitigation Mission in…

At the RAAF School of Technical Training, Army trainees learn skills essential for the ADF to maintain a fighting force.

Staff Cadet Natasha Fitzpatrick gives it her all during the gruelling, 96-hours-long Exercise Shaggy Ridge.

The Australian Active Service Medal was introduced in 1988 to recognise service in prescribed warlike operations since 14 February 1975. Design The ribbon colours are primarily variations of the Australian colours of green and gold with a central red stripe symbolising the dangers faced in warlike…

The Inspector-General of the Australian Defence Force (IGADF), Mr James Gaynor CSC, has commenced an independent inquiry into allegations and perceptions that the military justice system has been, or has the potential to be, ‘weaponised’, such that it may cause harm. One of the IGADF’s roles is to…

Soldiers from North-West Mobile Force patrol remote northern locations to help protect Australia's borders.

More education about Ramadan could be key to reducing stress on Muslim members in Defence.

ADF hockey players punched above their weight in Defence’s first appearance at the Tiger Turf Cup.

A Defence Member and Family Support welcome event helps personnel and families settle into their new community.

A new ADF Netball patron is helping to raise the profile of female participation in the sporting community.

Afghanistan veteran takes on 112km challenge to boost local Returned and Services League.

RAAF's 11 Squadron P-8A Poseidon aircraft conducts maritime domain awareness operations alongside Navy.

Navy has once again opened its gates and gangways, offering the public a glimpse of service life during Navy Week.

ADF sailing teams battled shifty winds and experienced rivals at the Police and Emergency Services Regatta.

Sailors from HMAS Canberra use their Navy training to save the life of a kayaker on Sydney Harbour.

Army vehicles rolling into Hervey Bay after ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred are a familiar and comforting sight for locals.

Defence undertakes a wide range of activities which require the use of potentially polluting and hazardous materials. The Pollution Prevention Management Manual ensures the effective management of polluting activities and substances. This will enable Defence to avoid the costs of creating…