RAAF delivers aviation fuel to flood-affected communities
The Royal Australian Air Force rapidly deployed an aircraft from RAAF Base Amberley, delivering critical aviation fuel supplies to flood-affected
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Aussie aviation “model programs in international cooperation”
Two programs designed to enhance the ADF air capability and increase regional security are the “model programs in international cooperation”,
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Sappers helping Nauru to be safe
A team of ADF explosives experts worked with Government of Nauru authorities to dispose of two World War 2-era unexploded
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Anzac wolf pack hunts subs off WA
Four of Australia’s seven Anzac-class frigates sailed in formation off the Western Australian coast for ASWEX 25 this month. CAPTION:
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Joint Australian Training Team – Philippines doubles commitment
Military training activities between Australia and the Philippines are increasing in 2025, strengthening cooperation and broadening interoperability. CAPTION: Australian Army
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HMAS Sydney leads Aussie team on Bersama Shield 2025
HMAS Sydney is leading the Australian charge on Exercise Bersama Shield 2025 as part of Australia’s second regional presence deployment
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Many problems hindering 3 Brigade’s new roles
Defence Press Release, 28 September 2023… “The 3rd Brigade, based in Townsville, will be an armoured combat brigade.” The Defence
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BRAVERY & BETRAYAL – The True Story of the SAS in Afghanistan
Developed by ex-SAS veterans a new documentary film is stripping back the myths and telling the true story of the
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Army Cut Back – Why?
Army has recently removed a squadron of tanks from its order of battle; no reason has been offered. FILE PHOTO
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4th Regt gunners fire new Assegai ammunition
Record rainfall and knee-deep mud couldn’t dampen the morale of Townsville’s 4th Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery, gunners as they completed
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ADF gets new pistol
With the new F9 sidearm weapon system (F9 SWS) in hand, personnel have begun pulling the trigger on a new
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Will Australia ever own Virginia-class SSNs – Turnbull argues no
In an address to the National Press Club this week, former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull called for a proper and
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Defence report into MRH-90 helicopter crash complete
The Defence Flight Safety Bureau (DFSB) has finalised its Aviation Safety Investigation Report into the accident on 28 July 2023,
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Naval fire in support of soldiers ashore
It was anything but quiet on the bridge of HMAS Sydney as she fired her Mk 45 5-inch naval artillery
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Large Army contingent converge on US for drone tests
A hostile desert setting may seem an unusual place to test fragile, high-tech military prototypes, but there may be no
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Defence commemorates 20th anniversary of ‘Shark 02’ crash
The Australian Defence Force today commemorated the 20th anniversary of the crash of Navy Westland Sea King Mk 50 helicopter,
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Australian International Air Show 2025 wrapped up
Chief of Air Force has praised the support of Royal Australian Air Force personnel who contributed to a hugely successful
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RAN chopper visits Victorian schools
Two Victorian schools received a special visit as a Royal Australian Navy MH-60R helicopter and its crew touched down, offering
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Australian Industry Group visits ‘premier garrison city’
The Australian Industry Group (AIG) conducted a three-day tour of significant industry sites in Townsville in March. CAPTION: Commander 3
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C-27J Spartan hits 10 years in RAAF
From the rugged terrain of the Australian Outback to the tropical jungles of Papua New Guinea, C-27J Spartan has proven
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