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Australian Defence Force chief Angus Campbell renews calls to strip medals from Afghanistan war veterans

Defence Chief Angus Campbell launches an attempt to remove awards from those who held command positions in the Afghanistan war.

ABC News · May 23, 2023

Churn a concern as ADF tackles 'scary' troop shortfall

The Australian Defence Force is facing a high churn rate and failure to meet growth targets with a shortfall in personnel described by one MP as "pretty scary".

AAP · May 23, 2023

Helicopter with army markings that made emergency landing on Melbourne oval not part of ADF

The Australian Defence Force says it is making inquiries after a helicopter painted in army colours that is no longer part of its fleet made an emergency landing in Melbourne this afternoon.

ABC News · May 4, 2023

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ADF members promised $400m for retention bonuses

Australian Defence Force personnel could be eligible for retention bonuses worth $50,000, under a plan to expand the size of the country's military.

The New Daily · May 2, 2023

King joins Australian charity as it kicks off London leg of torch relay

Legacy supports thousands of veterans, spouses and children of Australian Defence Force (ADF) members.

The Independent UK · Apr 28, 2023

Dubbo RSL sub-branch establishes drop-in centre for western NSW veterans

A RSL sub-branch is trying to change the view that the clubs are only for "old blokes" as it welcomes veterans of all ages who want to meet other defence force personnel who understand their experiences.

ABC News · Apr 24, 2023

Reliance on Australia’s military during natural disasters comes at a cost, senator says

Climate change and humanitarian crisis are calling on too many ADF resources which should be reserved for conflict, Tony Sheldon says

The Guardian - AU · Apr 24, 2023

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The most significant defence review in 40 years positions Australia for complex threats in a changing region

Before today’s release of the government’s defence strategic review, Defence Minister Richard Marles said it would be the most important examination of Australia’s defence capabilities since the 1986 “Dibb Report” authored by Professor Paul Dibb.

The Conversation · Apr 24, 2023

Roberts-Smith probes defence meetings with journalist

Ben Roberts-Smith is seeking diary entries about alleged meetings between Defence and a journalist.

The New Daily · Apr 24, 2023

More details coming soon on plans to revamp Australia’s defence system

Further details will soon be revealed following recommendations Australian Defence Force projects be stripped back immediately to cut costs

The New Daily · Apr 23, 2023

Hard defence cuts on agenda following strategic review

More details are expected following a strategic review of Australia's defence force, recommending a focus on long-range missiles and fewer land vehicles.

AAP · Apr 22, 2023

David McBride to face trial this year as Australian Defence Force investigates alleged Afghanistan war crimes

Former military lawyer David McBride will be tried in November, as the Australian Defence Force investigates alleged Afghanistan war crimes.

ABC News · Apr 13, 2023

Defence chief Angus Campbell warns of 'uncomfortable days' ahead on Afghanistan war crimes action

In a rare public speaking engagement, General Angus Campbell also praises the Ukrainian armed forces, and describes an apparent intelligence leak from the Pentagon as "serious".

ABC News · Apr 11, 2023

Australian defence chief warns further criminal charges could be laid over alleged war crimes in Afghanistan

Gen Angus Campbell says there could be ‘very, very uncomfortable days’ ahead for Australia’s special forces

The Guardian - AU · Apr 11, 2023

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ABC News · Apr 7, 2023

Defence spends $110 million on second-hand commercial vessel for undersea military operations

A 10-year-old Norwegian ship bought by Australia for $110 million will soon be converted into a defence force vessel, dedicated to supporting future undersea military operations.

ABC News · Apr 1, 2023

Why EV conversions could become more mainstream for classic cars through to 4WD utes

From classic cars to 4WD utes, Noah Wasmer wants EV conversions to become mainstream.

ABC News · Apr 1, 2023

Second rotation of ADF troops prepare to fly to UK to train Ukrainian soldiers in Operation Kudu

Australia is about to send a second group of 70 soldiers to the United Kingdom to train Ukrainians to fight against Russia, as one expert warns we need to be measured in our contribution to the conflict.

The New Daily · Mar 22, 2023

Inquiry after 10 survive army chopper crash into water

Ten ADP personnel have survived after the helicopter they were on plunged into water off the NSW south coast during a routine training exercise.

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The New Daily · Mar 22, 2023

Military officials from Australia and China resume regional security talks

Australian and Chinese military officials have held security talks for the first time since 2019 in a bid to repair the relationship.

ABC News · Mar 19, 2023

Army honours largest ever First Nations battalion in 80-year WWII commemoration

When war was on the doorstep to Australia's north 80 years ago, nearly 900 Torres Strait Islanders signed up to help protect the country despite not being able to enter pub, earn a fair wage, or be counted in the Commonwealth census.

ABC News · Mar 19, 2023

Surveillance technology for ADF being created in Yinnar robotics workshop

A group of inventors operating out of a small workshop in regional Victoria are creating surveillance technology that will help the military by replacing dangerous patrol duties.

ABC News · Mar 16, 2023

Lessons from Ukraine conflict shaping how Australian Defence Force troops prepare for war

In Australia's largest garrison city, more than 1,500 troops are training in an exercise aimed at integrating old and new lessons.

The New Daily · Mar 13, 2023

Unsustainable: Defence warns it can’t meet disaster response demand

The Australian Defence Force warns unprecedented natural disasters are placing pressure on its workforce responding to them.

AAP · Mar 13, 2023

ADF disaster response may not be sustainable in future

More intense and more frequent natural disasters could mean defence force clean-up efforts may not be sustainable, emergency chiefs have warned.

ABC News · Mar 10, 2023

'Sizeable and very capable' ADF crew arrives in Vanuatu after twin cyclone disaster

A large contingent of ADF troops has begun a humanitarian mission in Vanuatu in the wake of last week's twin cyclone disaster, while the nation's seasonal workers in Australia are raising money for affected families.

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