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A Navy officer in uniform stands on the bridge, hands resting on a console, looking ahead.
27 Nov 2025
Navy
News

From hospitality to the high seas

A Navy sub-lieutenant qualifies for US nuclear submarines, opening doors to new skills and adventure.

Exercises & training | People & service
An instructor speaks to a classroom of students.
27 Nov 2025
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Sport program builds relationship with Solomons

The ADF delivers sports accreditation in Honiara to grow strong relationships with the Solomon Islands.

Alliances & relationships | Sports, health & wellbeing
Governor-General Sam Mostyn, Rear Admiral Chris Smith and Commander Ben Weller present the Duke of Gloucester Cup to the crew of HMAS Sydney.
27 Nov 2025
Navy
News

Sydney claims Duke of Gloucester Cup

Ship recognised as Navy unit that displayed the highest level of proficiency in 2024.

Ceremonies & events | People & service
A man looks at a monitoring device he is holding while his other hand touches a round cylinder. Another Navy member assists.
27 Nov 2025
Navy
News

Aussie torpedoman takes on US attack subs

An Australian able seaman completes advanced training to work on US Navy nuclear-powered submarines.

Capability & technology | People & service

Media releases

Statement
22 Nov 2025

Australia conducts routine transit through South China Sea

Media release
21 Nov 2025

Fourth person charged over multi-million dollar fraud

Media release
19 Nov 2025

Defence celebrates national award-winning civilian employers of ADF reservists

Media release
15 Nov 2025

Commonwealth employee among three people charged over alleged multi-million dollar fraud scheme

Media release
12 Nov 2025

Australia joins India, Japan and the United States for Exercise Malabar

Media release
11 Nov 2025

Remembrance Day

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