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…

Latest cohort of Navy clinical managers salute new era of maritime, remote and austere medicine.

HMAS Hobart joined 17 nations off the coast of Indonesia to fine-tune skills during Exercise Komodo.

Able Seaman Georgia Spulnik-Ross is named among Australian Defence Magazine’s 30 under 30 recipients.

Australian Navy personnel administer first aid to an injured woman at Sydney's Royal Botanic Gardens.

Private Carter Fredericks helps his local community recover after the impacts of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

Applications are now open for the next four-week, live-in Arts for Recovery, Resilience, Teamwork and Skills program.

A Junior Kumuls development camp, held on March 7 and 8, 2025 in Papua New Guinea (PNG), provided 25 local young athletes with a high-performance training experience designed to enhance their skills, offer specialist coaching and create opportunities for engagement.  The initiative aimed to…

Soldiers pitch in with Queensland Police, Emergency Services and Energex in wake of Alfred.

Maritime logistics officer ponders philosophy and pedalling during Navy Week home visit with HMAS Arunta.

Lance Bombadier Joshua Burke was not expecting an award when he came back from an exercise.

After a decade, the Land 121 medium heavy truck program delivers its final batch of military vehicles.

A powerful story of skill, confidence and leadership has emerged from the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Pacific Sports Program, as participant Joyce Mettakaisava reflects on her journey from student to life-saver. About 18 months ago, Joyce attended a first aid training course facilitated by the…

Defence continues to monitor the PLA-N Task Group in the vicinity of Australia.