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A family of two adults and three children stands in front of a stone memorial decorated with floral wreaths.
30 Apr 2026
Air Force
News

Remembering the Battle of Kapyong

Defence personnel serving in South Korea honour those who fought for freedom there 75 years ago.

Alliances & relationships | Commemoration & history
A woman in a white uniform shakes hands with a man in a forest green uniform on a ship’s deck, with the Australian White Ensign flying behind her.
30 Apr 2026
Navy
News

Sharing success in the South China Sea

HMAS Toowoomba hosts regional partners in Vietnam, celebrating growing Australia-Vietnam defence cooperation.

Alliances & relationships | Ceremonies & events
A woman in uniform hugs a man in a blazer and hat outdoors in a crowded area.
29 Apr 2026
Army
News

Commemoration becomes personal for relatives

A family unexpectedly hears their great‑great‑uncle honoured at an Anzac Day service in Bullecourt, France.

Ceremonies & events | Commemoration & history
A shorter Navy member and a taller one stand back to back with their arms crossed, on the deck of a ship.
29 Apr 2026
Navy
News

Aussies learn the lay of the land at sea

Sailors spend time on board Japanese Ship Kumano to gain familiarity with Australia's incoming frigates.

Alliances & relationships | People & service

Media releases

Statement
30 Apr 2026

Joint Communiqué of the Eighth Annual Joint Heads of Pacific Security Meeting

Media release
28 Apr 2026

Two missing First World War soldiers identified

Media release
28 Apr 2026

Pacific Heads of Security advancing collective action

Media release
25 Apr 2026

Anzac Day 2026

Media release
24 Apr 2026

Australia welcomes Timor-Leste's offer to expand eligibility for the Timor-Leste Solidarity Medal

Media release
21 Apr 2026

2026 Australian Defence Exports Catalogue

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