Australia will host the largest ever Exercise Talisman Sabre from 13 July to 4 August 2025. Over 30,000 military personnel from 19 nations are set to participate in activities across Australia, and for the first time, in Papua New Guinea. Now in its eleventh iteration, Talisman Sabre is the largest…

Leading Seaman Benjamin Woodlock will command Australia’s Federation Guard catafalque party at Gallipoli.

Corporal Chloe Bruer-Jones will sing the national anthems of Australia and New Zealand in Hanoi on April 25.

The remains of four Australian soldiers have been found in northern France, almost 108 years since they died during the First World War. Members of the Unrecovered War Casualties – Army unit unearthed the soldiers during fieldwork activity investigating missing Australian soldiers from the First…

Just before Anzac Day, Australia’s Federation Guard member Private Luke Morrison learnt of his relative's final resting place.

Corporal Hamish Smith prepares to read at the Last Post Ceremony at the Australian War Memorial on Anzac Day.

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has deployed forces to Exercise Croix du Sud 2025 in New Caledonia as well as Wallis and Futuna. Led by the French Armed Forces in New Caledonia, Croix du Sud is a multinational combined field training exercise, and the South Pacific’s largest…

Understanding and managing legal risk is critical to protect Defence. Legal risks arise when actions or decisions expose Defence to potential legal consequences, whether through non-compliance, disputes or regulatory breaches. Unchecked, these risks can lead to financial penalties, reputational…

Around 260 members of the ADF are taking part in the 40th iteration of the largest bilateral exercise conducted between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the United States Armed Forces.  Held annually, Exercise Balikatan is designed to enhance military interoperability and readiness…

HMAS Hobart has returned home after three months, sailing 21,780 nautical miles on deployment.

The Anzac Day march through Brisbane will be a special moment for Leading Aircraftwoman Tayla Bradbrook.

On board HMAS Sydney this Anzac Day, one sailor has a deeply personal connection to the ship's legacy.

Air Force's Corporal Kevin Jeffries will serve as Commander of Australia’s Federation Guard catafalque party.

Sergeant Jonathan Apps undertakes a most meaningful duty with Australia's Federation Guard on Anzac Day.

Australia’s Federation Guard prepares for one of the most significant events in our commemorative calendar.

Able Seaman Rachel Brandt will pay respects to her great-great-uncle when she parades at Gallipoli.

Warrant Officer Class Two Kim Johansen is presented with the Federation Star for 40 years of service.

Australian Army soldiers deploy to Malaysia for the 147th rotation of Rifle Company Butterworth.

Aviators rally to the cause at Bowral's Bradman Oval for an Anzac Day match to honour service life.

The Royal Australian Air Force and the Pacific Air Forces bands come together for a joint performance.

Remotely Piloted Aircraft Training School opens Civil Aviation Safety Authority accreditation to Australian Air Force Cadets.

Lieutenant Commander Rayne Choice talks about her path to becoming an Australian warship engineer.

Innovators gain direction and insight as RAAF targets capability in the year ahead.

Army veteran Terry Conner reflects on his unit's service during Operation Solace.

Defence Science and Technology Group embarked on HMAS Choules to develop next-generation capabilities for war.

International soldiers and officers attend the ADF's first multinational Public Affairs Officer and Photographers course.

A Navy sailor bags bronze with her WA team in the Queen’s Cup at the Australian Rowing Championships.

Army Aviation joins Air Force and Joint Capability Group in using sustainable aviation fuel.

The Air Force sailing team wins individual title and second overall at interservice regatta.

Defence has welcomed a significant milestone in the global F-35 Program with Australian industry reaching more than $5 billion in contract value.  This achievement underscores Australia’s growing role in sustaining one of the world’s most advanced defence capabilities.  More than 75…