The Latest Breaking News from Australian Defence Force

More PNG citizens able to enlist in Australian military

Up to 100 Papua New Guinea citizens will be allowed to enlist in the Australian Defence Force under a pilot program between the allies.

AAP · Oct 20

'Selfless' soldier killed in army training laid to rest

Colleagues and family have gathered to farewell Corporal Brendan Hannam, remembered as a valued leader and a loving father who served with distinction.

AAP · Oct 19

Hidden cameras found in women’s showers on Australian navy ship

Footage from hidden camera allegedly in female showers may have already been uploaded, senator fears

The Independent UK · Oct 15

What the Australian government’s apology to LGBTQ+ Defence personnel and veterans means

Thousands of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender diverse and queer (LGBTQ+) veterans have served in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) with honour and dignity. Yet, for the majority of Australia’s military history, their service was officially banned. Many LGBTQ+ personnel experienced persecution, witch-hunts and forcible discharge on the grounds…

The Conversation · Oct 7

Australian army soldier killed and five others injured in training exercise in the Northern Territory

Australian defence force identifies soldier killed in a vehicle rollover near Darwin as Corporal Brendan Hannam

The Guardian - AU · Oct 6

Mount Bundey Training Exercise Turns Fatal as One Australian Soldier Dies and Five Are Injured

An Australian Army soldier has died and five others were injured during a training exercise at Mount Bundey, southeast of Darwin, prompting an investigation by Defence and police.

International Business Times UK · Oct 6

Fallen young soldier, father of two a 'beloved leader'

A soldier killed in a vehicle rollover in a bushland training area has been identified by the Australian Defence Force as a father of two young children.

AAP · Oct 5

Military hits 25-year high as recruits boost numbers

The Australian Defence Force is the largest it has been in 25 years, as enlistments also reach a high in more than a decade amid record military spending.

AAP · Sep 14

Andrew Hastie threatens One Nation with ‘costly’ fight over claims he is a ‘traitor’ to Australia

Liberal MP says One Nation is trying to unseat him because he gave evidence against Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith

The Guardian - AU · Sep 8

19-year-old buys $600,000 investment house while serving in Australian Defence Force: How she saved from 16 and built a four-bedroom property

At just 19, Olivia Shone has achieved an extraordinary property milestone, buying land and building a four-bedroom investment house worth about $600,000. She started saving for property at 16, made significant sacrifices to reach her goal and even invested in cattle to grow her savings. While serving in the Australian…

The Economic Times · Sep 1