Navy News

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A Remembrance Day message from CN VADM Matt Buckley.

By CN VADM Matt Buckley 11 Nov 26 2 min read

Latest stories

'Shared silence is an enduring act of remembrance'

Recognition

A Remembrance Day message from WO-N Cheryl Collins.

By WO-N Cheryl Collins 11 Nov 26 2 min read

Sailors place a wreath during a memorial.

Good mental health the name of the game

Wellbeing

Navy patrol boat crews receive video game packs from Veteran Gaming Australia to improve morale at sea.

By LEUT Hinako Shiraishi 3 Nov 26 3 min read

A group of Navy members in uniform stand together, holding video game packs.

Submarine awaits her historic role

Equipment

USS Colorado arrives at HMAS Stirling ahead of becoming the first US Navy submarine assigned to SRF-West in 2027.

By SBLT Keigan Gunther 2 Nov 26 3 min read

Future marine engineer sails home

People

MIDN Liam Akehurst returns home on board HMAS Eyre for a freedom-of-entry parade in Port Lincoln.

By LEUT Toni Dugdale 2 Nov 26 3 min read

A young sailor stands inside a ship and looks towards the camera.

Three milestones, one memorable week

Wellbeing

HMAS Eyre marks the 15th anniversary of Aussie Hero Quilts during a week of milestones.

By LEUT Toni Dugdale 2 Nov 26 3 min read

Several people in Navy uniform stand on the deck of a ship holding up handmade quilts and laundry bags.

Military trial outcomes - August and September 2026

Governance

Military trial outcomes of superior service tribunal proceedings.

30 Oct 26 1 min read

Hats from all three services, a gavel and political documents.

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2026 Jamie Cullens Writing Competition

Celebrating writing and creative expression in the ADF.

30 Oct 26 1 min read

Mission data takes centre stage

The ADF maintains a competitive edge by prioritising mission data readiness at the 2026 National Mission Data Symposium.

19 Oct 26 1 min read

Calling all techos

Applications are open for the 2026 Navy Engineering Challenge in Geelong, Victoria.

16 Sep 26 1 min read

New leadership for Collins-class sustainment

A change of leadership comes at a pivotal time for Australia's submarine enterprise.

24 Aug 26 1 min read

Sport

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Steady on the greens

Sport

Navy personnel compete in the ACT Regional Defence Golf Association interservice championships.

By SGT Michael Rogers 11 Nov 26 4 min read

Three golfers on the green with their golf buggies.

Rolling their way to success

Sport

Navy members succeed against Army, Air Force and veteran teams in the ADF Lawn Bowls Championship in South Australia.

By LAC Chris Tsakisiris 6 Nov 26 3 min read

A man throws a bowl in a lawn bowls game.

Navy-coloured lightning strikes twice

Sport

Navy's fancy footwork wins two titles at the Australian Defence Force Football Federation National Football Tournament.

By LCDR Ryan Latty 4 Nov 26 3 min read

Two men use their feet try to kick a football away from each other.

Carnival an opportunity to connect poolside

Sport

The ADF Swimming Carnival gives members a chance to compete, reconnect with swimming and meet others.

By LAC Chris Tsakisiris 13 Oct 26 3 min read

Upcoming ADF Sport

To get involved email: defence.sports@defence.gov.au.

Date	Sport	Event	Location
2 November - 12 November	Sailing	Moth World Championships	Perth
6 November - 14 November	Basketball	Pan Pacific Masters Games	Gold Coast
6 November - 14 November	Netball	Pan Pacific Masters Games	Gold Coast
6 November - 14 November	Touch Football	Pan Pacific Masters Games	Gold Coast
6 November - 15 November	Football	Pan Pacific Masters Games	Gold Coast
13 November	Running & Athletics	Stromlo Running Festival	Canberra