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Two civilian women and a military man sit at a table by a shipping dock.
25 Feb 2026
Navy
News

Touching base with the past

After calling HMAS Coonawarra home in the '70s and '80s, the Smith family revisit the base with fond memories in tow.

Commemoration & history | Community engagement
Navy personnel pose with arms crossed at night time.
25 Feb 2026
Navy
News

Ship's super stewards excel

The spartan flight deck of HMAS Toowoomba is transformed into a five-star pavilion for guests.

Alliances & relationships | Operations & missions
A large aircraft landing on a runway.
25 Feb 2026
Air Force
News

Trans-Tasman teamwork strengthens care

Exercise Trojan Compass strengthens medical teamwork between Australia and New Zealand.

Alliances & relationships | Exercises & training
A group of military musicians play the bagpipes.
25 Feb 2026
Air Force
News

Passion and pride for the Pipes and Drums

Flight Lieutenant Ben Wheadon's lifelong passion for the bagpipes sees him perform at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

Ceremonies & events | Community engagement

Media releases

Media release
25 Feb 2026

Australia to accelerate counter-drone research with DroneShield

Speech
21 Feb 2026

Chief of the Defence Force address to the Australian Defence Force Academy

Media release
21 Feb 2026

Chief of Defence Force welcomes new trainee officers as ADFA marks 40 years

Statement
19 Feb 2026

Australia conducts routine transit through South China Sea

Media release
19 Feb 2026

Defence tests cutting-edge autonomous capabilities during AUKUS Maritime Big Play

Statement
17 Feb 2026

Australia, the Philippines and the United States conduct maritime cooperative activity

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