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A diverse workforce and inclusive culture are priorities for Defence. Defence is committed to attract and retain the best possible talent regardless of background, gender, race, religion, ability or sexual orientation.

Flying Officer Punam Singh Wahan was inspired to join Air Force to be part of something bigger.

As Navy begins to double the size of its surface combatant fleet, there is a renewed focus on supporting its most important resource – its people.

Defence public service jobs pay and benefits, diversity and inclusion, and career development information.

This Harmony Day, Defence is celebrating the rich cultural diversity that makes up its workforce and is looking for talented candidates to join its team of highly skilled professionals.  The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is actively recruiting a diverse workforce which represents the…

Valuing collective difference and promoting unity in diversity has been an enduring hallmark of Squadron Leader Epeli Naivalu’s Air Force career.

Learning six languages and working in accounting before joining Air Force has given Leading Aircraftman Ryan Lye a unique perspective to life and work.

Aviators from across Air Force came together in Canberra for a business speaking program and workshop in October.

Members of HMAS Toowoomba with Filipino heritage reflected as their ship sailed in company with the Philippine Navy. 

Flying Officer Nidhi Vyas, who migrated to Australia at the age of 26, is a big believer in lifelong learning.

Defence congratulates Warrant Officer Class 2 Shane Cox (Army), Specialist Recruiter Indigenous, on being shortlisted for the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Diversity Champion Award. Shane is one of three contenders for the AHRI Award, which recognises role models who champion and drive…

The diverse opportunities available to women in the ADF were on show at the Fearless Festival in Tasmania.

For the first time, halal and kosher friendly meals will be an option for personnel.

Joining Navy to see the world and develop his craft has led one chef to bespoke Western dishes with a Korean twist for VIPs.

Military personnel and public servants have shared their experiences on faith in a new book.

Fourteen Australians are deployed with the UN Mission in South Sudan under Operation Aslan.

The Defence Explosive Ordnance Training School is a true joint workforce, combining cultures, knowledge and experiences.

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is rolling out a range of purpose-designed combat rations to better serve the needs of the ADF and improve combatant effectiveness in the field. Head Land Systems, Major General Andrew Bottrell announced the awarding of the Combat Rations Pack contract to New…

This report is the outcome of the study conducted by Elizabeth A Thomson as the 2013 Secretary of Defence Fellow. Battling with words report takes a distinctive sociolinguistic approach to current efforts by Defence leadership to bring about cultural change in the Department of Defence and…

Navy Football is aiming for the top of the ladder in AFLW and inclusivity through a sustainable and professional women’s program.

Growing up India, then migrating to Australia at age 11, Flight Lieutenant Darpan (Dev) Dhawan brings a lived experience of diversity to Air Force.

Wing Commander Mary Anne Whiting is dedicated to chronicling remarkable moments in time and culture through the History and Heritage Branch.

Flying Officer Kim Sim Lee hasn’t looked back since swapping his international tech career in Malaysia for a life in Australia.

Growing up in India has shaped Flight Lieutenant Soumya 'Sam' Chowdhury’s perspective and attitude to others.

Squadron Leader Esther Suh was motivated to appreciate individual differences and learn how to harness diverse experiences.

The Defence Graduate Program offers opportunities across a range of career streams with pathways tailored to provide unique learning and career progression opportunities.

Like many Australians, Personnel Capability Officer Flight Lieutenant Rachel Morris is a migrant who is proud to call Australia home. 

A Message from Defence LGBTQIA+ Champions

Defence personnel were welcomed at the Melbourne Grand Mosque for the Jumu’ah prayer and to discuss ADF career opportunities.

Thirty young young women have experienced Air Force life through the hands-on Aviation Programs for Women.