AllNinth Evolved Cape Class Patrol Boat delivered
Defence has accepted the ninth Evolved Cape Class Patrol Boat, ADV Cape Spencer, built at Henderson shipyard in Western Australia. Built by Austal Ships Pty Ltd under project SEA1445 Phase 1, the Evolved Cape Class Patrol Boats contribute to the whole of Government effort to protect Australia’s borders and offshore interests. ADV Cape Spencer will […]
Exercise Thai Boomerang returns to Thailand
More than 500 participants from the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) are participating in Exercise Thai Boomerang 2025. This year’s exercise, which will run until 19 September, is the 15th iteration of the bilateral activity. The exercise provides an opportunity to build upon the rich history and deep defence […]
Hotline Centre powers up at Anglesea Barracks
The Hon Peter Khalil MPAssistant Minister for Defence The Albanese Government is continuing to invest in updates for Australia’s Defence estate with the unveiling of the McGee Building at Anglesea Barracks in Hobart, which will accommodate Defence’s customer service hotline. The new $20.8 million building offers contemporary facilities with flexible office spaces for approximately 50 […]
Australian Defence Force and Royal Brunei Navy hold joint maritime security exercise
The Royal Brunei Navy and the Australian Defence Force have commenced Exercise Penguin 25, the leading bilateral maritime security activity between the two countries. From 9 September in Brunei, personnel from both nation’s defence forces will undertake a number of training exercises to enhance interoperability and mutual support. Commander of the Royal Brunei Navy, First […]
Historic aircraft safely home at Papua New Guinea’s new Aviation Heritage Centre
Papua New Guinea’s aviation heritage can now be proudly displayed following the opening of a purpose-built Aviation Heritage Centre at the Papua New Guinea National Museum and Art Gallery in Port Moresby. The new facility was officially opened by the Chief of Air Force, Air Marshal Stephen Chappell, DSC, CSC, OAM, and Papua New Guinea’s […]
Australia, Canada, the Philippines and the United States conduct Maritime Cooperative Activity
Australia, Canada, the Philippines and the United States have successfully conducted a multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) within the Philippines’ Exclusive Economic Zone. The MCA was conducted from 2 to 3 September 2025, with the Royal Australian Navy’s guided-missile destroyer HMAS Brisbane participating alongside the Philippine Navy’s frigate BRP Jose Rizal and the Royal Canadian […]
HMAS Ballarat departs on fourth Regional Presence Deployment for 2025
Anzac-class frigate HMAS Ballarat has sailed from HMAS Stirling in Western Australia for a Regional Presence Deployment, reaffirming the Australian Defence Force’s maintenance of a near-continuous presence in the region. During its three-month deployment, HMAS Ballarat will conduct military visits to ports and participate in exercises and cooperative activities with partner nations, demonstrating Australia’s commitment […]
Australia’s longest-running blood drive launches today
Australia’s longest-running blood drive, the Defence Blood Drive, kicks off today, with Australian Defence Force personnel across the country rolling up their sleeves to donate and serve their community. The Defence Blood Drive promotes a healthy rivalry between the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Army, Royal Australian Air Force and Defence Australian Public Service employees to […]
Offshore Patrol Vessel NUSHIP Carpentaria Keel Laying Ceremony
A ceremony was held today to mark the laying of the keel of Arafura class Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) 6, NUSHIP Carpentaria at Henderson, Western Australia. This is another significant milestone for Australia’s Naval Shipbuilding Program and the Royal Australian Navy. Rear Admiral Michael Houghton, Head of Patrol Boats and Specialist Ships represented the ceremony, […]
Australia and the Philippines conclude force projection training at Exercise Alon 25
Exercise Alon 25 concluded successfully in the Philippines today, strengthening the security partnership between the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). Alon 25, the ADF’s largest overseas exercise this year, involved approximately 3,600 participants, including 1,600 ADF personnel training together between 15 and 29 August. The exercise involved ADF […]