Defence Australia

The Director General of the Defence Aviation Safety Authority (DASA) has been appointed the Defence Space Safety Regulator and, with support from the DASA Directorate of Space, will release inaugural satellite safety regulations in 2025. ?? ?? Find out more information ?? https://spr.ly/6044tHYvK #YourADF

Terima kasih ?????????? On the successful completion of Exercise Keris Woomera 2024, Indonesian Navy ships KRI Raden Eddy Martadinata and KRI Makassar sailed in formation with Australian Navy ships HMAS Adelaide and HMAS Stuart. ?? The ships of Task Group 665.10/11 assembled in formation for the traditional PHOTEX serial. ???? ?? CPL Janet Pan & LSIS Rikki-Lea Phillips #AusNavy #YourADF #StrongerTogether

Defence showcased advancements in the capabilities and workforces of its cyber and space domains at the 18th annual Military Communications and Information Systems (MilCIS) Conference this month. ?? Industry collaborations provided Defence with access to cutting-edge technologies and expertise, accelerating capability development and enhancing operational readiness. Interested? ?? Find out more ? https://spr.ly/6042s4g5K ?? Rodney Braithwaite #YourADF #OneDefence

Christmas has come early! ?? About 130 soldiers and officers from the Australian Army recently learned the ins and outs of the new battle tank before the first of 75 Abram M1A2s begin to enter service early next year. The Abrams M1A2 delivers everything a tank crew could want, with Captain Anthony Holland stating that 'The M1A2 is the capability we need if we want to survive in the field'. ?? Read the story ?? https://spr.ly/6049sxYy9 ?? CPL Jacob Joseph #MilitaryTraining #AusArmy #YourADF

Training hard! ?? Australian Army soldiers have been working hard training the next section, platoon and company commanders for the Armed Forces of Ukraine during Operation Kudu. The training has been a great opportunity to exchange ideas and strengthen our relationship. ???? ???? ???? #AusArmy #YourADF #OpKudu #StandWithUkraine

Trunkloads of thanks! Navy wharf fenders go the extra nautical mile for Taronga's elephants! ?? The Royal Australian Navy retired wharf equipment to Taronga Zoo for the Asian elephants to use as play equipment! ?? Uniformed RAN personnel were present for the collection and delivery, and enjoyed watching the elephants play with their new toys. A fantastic opportunity for community engagement! ??#AusNavy #YourADF #OurPeople ?? ABIS Lauren Pugsley

Two aviators have recently marked the milestone of 3000 flying hours in Chinooks. ???? Aircrew operator technician with Army's C Squadron, Sergeant John Van-Vegchel, and instructor development officer Jim Crowe, join only three others in the annals of the ADF to have spent as much time in the dependable airframe. By chance the pair reached the figure within days of each other. Sergeant Van-Vegchel on August 22 while flying cargo between HMAS Canberra and Townsville; and Mr Crowe reached the mark just four days later while training junior pilots. The pair have also taken very different journeys to reach the milestone. Read the story ?? https://spr.ly/6042sd4Mm #YourADF #AusAirForce

Mission accomplished ???? Explosive Detection Dog (EDD) Willis was officially retired via a ceremony at 2nd Combat Engineer Regiment, ??Gallipoli Barracks, Brisbane. EDD Willis, a yellow Labrador, retired into the care of his handler, Lance Corporal Liz Meli, who has been his handler since coming into service in 2018. The four-legged hero has spent his entire career in 2 CER and taken part in multiple domestic-security operations. Well done! #AusArmy #YourADF ??PTE Alfred Stauder

Fireworks in the form of artillery, aircraft and small arms munitions marked the end of the largest joint amphibious exercise ever conducted by The ADF and Indonesian Armed Forces. ?? Exercise Keris Woomera has officially wrapped up after a week of amphibious operations in East Java, Indonesia. By training together, forces from Australia and Indonesia have continued to build upon shared tactics, techniques and procedures to enhance interoperability and readiness to respond to shared regional security challenges. ?? ?? Andrew Green/LSIS David Cox/CPL Janet Pan/LCPL Riley Blennerhassett/TPR Dana Millington #YourADF #StrongerTogether #RegionalPartners

Working with USA and Republic of Korea, Ex Freedom Flag 24-1 allowed our aviators to make connections on the ground and in the air, demonstrating our commitment to maintaining regional stability and prosperity. ??? A highlight was the RAAF KC-30A collaborating with the Republic of Korea Air Force tanking counterparts to refuel the iconic A-10C Thunderbolt II, affectionately known as the Warthog. Additionally, a team from the 114 Mobile Control and Reporting Unit integrated seamlessly with the United States Air Force, showcasing our commitment to our allies and partners. #AusAirForce #YourADF