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The Latest Breaking News from the Australian Defence Force

'History will judge' future reform at ADF: Commission

A royal commission into suicide in the Australian Defence Force looks to spark "long-overdue" and "much-needed" change in defence culture.

AAP · Mar 28, 2024

Australian military buys $5m laser-based anti-drone system

Battery-powered system can down a drone travelling at 100km/h, according to its developers, Melbourne-based AIM Defence

The Guardian - AU · Mar 25, 2024

ADF seeks deal on crocodile attack work safety charge

An out of court resolution has been sought by the Australian Defence Force after two soldiers were mauled by a crocodile in far north Queensland.

AAP · Mar 25, 2024

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'Stand down soldier': emotional farewell to Lance Corporal Jack Fitzgibbon

Lance Corporal Fitzgibbon was remembered as the 'gold standard'.

Newcastle Herald · Mar 18, 2024

Defence understaffed and sliding further backwards

The Australian Defence Force is thousands of people short of its employment targets and the problem is only getting worse.

AAP · Feb 14, 2024

Defence admits attending UFO briefing after vigorous denials

The department has refused to explain the about-face.

The Canberra Times · Feb 10, 2024

Loyal defence 'wingman' drones get extra $399 million

Federal spending on the Australian Defence Force's Ghost Bat combat drone program now totals almost $1 billion.

AAP · Feb 8, 2024

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Australia should pay whistleblowers, Fels says – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Feb 6, 2024

SAS soldier accused of war crime 'no risk' to police

An ex-SAS soldier charged with war crimes presents no heightened risk to those monitoring him despite his '"significant skills and training', a court has heard.

AAP · Feb 2, 2024

Troops to aid in disasters as govt ponders relief force

Defence forces will remain available to assist during climate-related disasters as the federal government considers responses including a separate relief force.

AAP · Jan 9, 2024

Defence 'disdain' for openness labelled a safety risk

The release of documents assessing potential safety risks of the dumped Taipan helicopter fleet were blocked by the Australian Defence Force.

AAP · Dec 8, 2023

Gratitude for Australia woven into traditional cloth

Special woven textile goes on display at the Australian War Memorial.

The Canberra Times · Oct 17, 2023

Protesters interrupt ANU event – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Aug 29, 2023

US marines killed in aircraft crash off northern Australia named as recovery effort continues

Three marines remain in hospital in Darwin, one in intensive care in a critical condition after the crash of the Osprey aircraft on Sunday

The Guardian - AU · Aug 29, 2023

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The Conversation · Jul 17, 2023

Recruiting for the modern military: new research examines why people choose to serve and who makes the ideal soldier

The recent investigations into alleged war crimes committed by Australian and UK special forces in Afghanistan have raised urgent questions about the conduct of people serving in the military.

AAP · Jun 21, 2023

Greens back referring ADF command to criminal court

The Greens will support a referral of the ADF's command to the International Criminal Court, while calling for a broader scope for war crimes investigations.

The New Daily · Jun 20, 2023

ADF leadership referred to International Criminal Court

Senator Jacqui Lambie has referred senior leaders within the ADF to the International Criminal Court over alleged war crimes in Afghanistan.

AAP · Jun 20, 2023

'Culture of cover-up': Lambie refers ADF brass to Hague

Senator Jacqui Lambie has referred senior leaders within the ADF to the International Criminal Court over alleged war crimes in Afghanistan.

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ABC News · Jun 2, 2023

Dutton says Ben Roberts-Smith ruling a 'tough day for our country', while Taliban claims foreign forces carried out 'uncountable crimes'

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says the court ruling against decorated war veteran Ben Roberts-Smith was a "tough day for the country" and believes there has been a "significant culture change" at the Australian Defence Force.

The Guardian - AU · May 30, 2023

ADF chief tells Senate estimates he reviewed his own performance commanding troops in Afghanistan

Angus Campbell said he had encouraged the defence minister, Richard Marles, to ‘seek independent views’ before making any decision on the issue

ABC News · May 29, 2023

Claims Defence's 'core funding' slipping while Australia continues purchasing military equipment overseas

New budget analysis finds the Australian Defence Force is receiving less "core funding" than before the last election, with parliament this week set to also scrutinise recent controversial overseas military spending decisions.

AAP · 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".

ABC News · May 4, 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 · Apr 24, 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.

The Guardian - AU · 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

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