20 Jul 2026 Navy News New deputy takes the weight of command Commodore Ben Hissink becomes Navy’s Deputy Fleet Commander in a ceremonial handover. 20 Jul 2026 Navy, Army, Air Force News Aligned for industry success A Defence + Industry conference inspires action on capability delivery, supply chain resilience and trusted partnerships. 20 Jul 2026 Army News New helicopters have the edge The first Hellfire live-fire in Australia qualifies Army pilots on all weapons systems of the AH-64E Apache. 20 Jul 2026 Navy News Reassurance, one step at a time A Tuvalu police officer helps the ADF identify unexploded WWII ordnance on her home island of Nanumea. Media releases Media release 17 Jul 2026 Australia conducts its first live-firing of Apaches Media release 16 Jul 2026 Exercise Pitch Black 2026 takes to the skies Media release 16 Jul 2026 Leeuwin survey supports PNG maritime safety Media release 10 Jul 2026 $6.2 million to Australian companies in AUKUS Pillar II Innovation Challenge Media release 10 Jul 2026 Australian and New Zealand Armies reaffirm enduring relationship Speech 09 Jul 2026 Admiral Mark D. Hammond AO RAN - First Remarks as Chief of the Defence Force
