#  @defenceaustralia Defence Australia Defence Australia posts on YouTube about australia, defence, department of, air force the most. 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(MICC)](/topic/the-m) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "ADF Austalian Army [--] RAR Training Wewak #AusArmy's 1st Battalion The Royal Australian Regiments [--] Platoon deployed to Wewak Papua New Guinea for training with the Papua New Guinea Defence Forces 2nd Battalion Royal Pacific Islands Regiment. During the first week [--] Platoon delivered tactical combat casualty care training on Moem Barracks. The training equipped soldiers with life-saving skills and knowledge essential for battlefield medical care. #YourADF #Shorts #AusArmy #YourADF" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=49g6_KII6hc) 2024-05-04T21:00Z 83.7K followers, 7.8M engagements "ADF Basic Sniper Pre-Selection Course in Townsville #Shorts Soldiers from 3rd Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment participated in the Basic Sniper Pre-Selection Course at Lavarack Barracks Townsville. The course was conducted over six days and covered elements expected from an #AusArmy sniper such as day and night navigation judging distance observation lanes camouflage and concealment whilst under physical fatigue. Out of the [--] soldiers that participated in the pre-selection course [--] will advance to the Basic Sniper Course commencing July [--]. #YourADF #Shorts Want even more videos like" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8TBygIKFHvQ) 2024-06-30T21:30Z 83.7K followers, 18.7K engagements "ADF Amongst the action of Exercise Austral Shield @AustralianArmyHQ soldiers the 11th Brigade are in full assault mode against an enemy position during Exercise Austral Shield. π₯ This intense exercise ensures #YourADF is always ready to respond swiftly to any domestic security threat. π Happening across northern Australia in Cairns Derby (WA) Darwin and Christmas Island. Stay tuned and dont miss the action as it wraps up on [--] July [----] #OurPeople #YourADF" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ALXIViXj1jg) 2024-07-30T21:30Z 83.7K followers, 37.9K engagements "ADF Direct Fire Support Weapons Course Members from the 1st Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment undertook a Direct Fire Support Weapons course on Lavarack Barracks and in the Townsville Field Training Area to test the soldiers mental and physical robustness ability to work as part of a team and ultimately hone their skills on heavy and anti-armour weapons. The training took place in different conditions including at night with illumination rounds being used to support a heavy machine gun assault. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AYwJlR25BRU) 2025-12-19T03:10Z 83.7K followers, 29K engagements "ADF Rifle Company Butterworth [---] On [--] February [----] [---] members of Charlie Company the 1st Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment and supporting elements deployed to Malaysia as part of the 147th rotation of Rifle Company Butterworth (RCB). The Australian Defence Force has deployed rotations of soldiers to RCB for fifty-five years offering an invaluable training opportunity with a focus on jungle warfighting tactics. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AfxJSKw2ElM) 2025-05-05T05:31Z 83.7K followers, 20.6K engagements "ADF Pressure What Pressure β #Shorts Exercise Red Flag Nellis 26-1 is underway but the air combat you see above starts with the grit below. On the tarmac our Royal Australian Air Force technicians are the ones making mission-ready look easy. No ground power No air power. Its that simple. #YourADF #AusAirForce #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DtXbn_5ksi4) 2026-02-11T06:00Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Navys largest exercise concludes in the top end Australias largest maritime warfare exercise Kakadu [----] has come to a successful close in the port of Darwin. The 16th iteration of the exercise featured warships from over ten nations maritime patrol aircraft from five nations and [----] armed forces personnel. Consisting of two phases the exercise included a harbour phase with planning briefings sports and cultural events and a sea phase including the full spectrum of maritime warfare from constabulary operations through to high end anti-submarine and anti-air warfare. The exercise also" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EyzWXxv5vpw) 2024-09-24T21:00Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Exercise Southern Jackaroo #Shorts The largest iteration of Exercise Southern Jackaroo has kicked off bringing together over [----] soldiers from Townsvilles 3rd Brigade and force elements from the: US Marine Corps Japan Ground Self Defense Force Malaysian Armed Forces Papua New Guinea Defence Force Republic of Korea Army Held throughout π North Queensland the exercise will challenge soldiers in various environments traversing hundreds of kilometers by road and air to secure population centres defending and attacking against a robust enemy force. The exercise highlights the ADFs readiness" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FZ6s0MsWEXo) 2025-06-03T08:00Z 83.7K followers, 35.4K engagements "ADF Australian Army Duke of Gloucester Cup Obstacle Course #Shorts Friday energy π€ͺ Throwback to our soldiers during the Duke of Gloucester Cupan annual competition to test the warfighting skills of infantry soldiers. πͺ In case your wondering soldiers may call out 'check height' and touch the top of a tunnel during an obstacle course so they don't hit their heads. #SafetyFirst #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Q5LnG8SK0wo) 2024-10-11T01:11Z 83.7K followers, 73.1K engagements "ADF Best of Army [----] #Shorts Did you miss any of these brilliant shots from this year π· LCPL Caitlyn Davill CPL Johnny Huang CPL Cameron Pegg CPL Adam Abela Sig Andrew Foote CPL Gregory Scott CAPT Chloe Ellwood CAPT Brittany Evans SGT Dustin Anderson LSIS Susan Mossop CPL Luke Bellman LCPL Luke Donegan LSIS Shaun Chatfield Sig Andrew Foote & PTE C #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=blv0ggMaSBc) 2025-12-22T04:13Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Australian Army urban ops live-fire range #Shorts POV shots fired β‘ For the first time infantry soldiers will have access to a purpose-made urban operations live-fire range following the construction of the deployable austere shoot house (DASH) in Brisbane last month. πͺ This single-story complex has [--] rooms and three hallways allowing for training with rifle and pistol. DASH is a first for conventional Army and the latest urban live-fire range since the 90s and early 2000s when special operations counter-terrorism facilities were built in Perth and Sydney. #YourADF #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dPoNAYdvPEY) 2024-04-09T22:00Z 83.7K followers, 170.9K engagements "ADF Talisman Sabre [----] Exercise Talisman Sabre [----] is being conducted across Australia from [--] July to [--] August. More than [-----] military personnel from [--] nations will participate in Talisman Sabre [----] primarily in Queensland but also in Western Australia the Northern Territory New South Wales and for the first time offshore activities will be conducted in Papua New Guinea. Talisman Sabre is the largest Australia-US bilaterally planned multilaterally conducted exercise and a key opportunity to work with likeminded partners from across the region and around the world. Canada France Fiji" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fEcnHy_IFQI) 2025-07-28T06:31Z 83.7K followers, 127.5K engagements "ADF Army Aviation Technician Training Australian Army aircraft technicians and avionics technicians undertook initial employment training at RAAF School of Technical Training RAAF Base Wagga [----] The Employment Category Number [---] and [---] courses enable skills development and uplift in critical Defence aviation trades in order to support and sustain ADF capability requirements of Army Aviation fleet platforms UH-60M Sikorsky Black Hawk utility helicopter and Boeing CH-47F Chinook heavy-lift helicopter. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0R5kXHpv20A) 2025-03-12T22:53Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Indo-Pacific Endeavour [--] - Timor-Leste Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australias flagship regional engagement activity. IPE is a practical demonstration of the Australian Governments commitment to a peaceful stable and prosperous region founded on openness respect for sovereignty and adherence to agreed rules and norms. The activity strengthens regional relationships and builds whole-of-government partnerships that are of with and for the region. During IPE25 Defence and other government agencies will conduct activities with host nations across Southeast Asia and the Northeast Indian" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=13dUt7Kj99c) 2025-10-20T04:03Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Night Ops π #Shorts The Australian Army is rebuilding its battlefield aviation capability. Using realistic environments across π NSW soldiers and aviators conducted complex serials equipping them with the essential training required to maintain Armys world-class counter-terrorism response capability. #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1AEOenVmloE) 2025-11-22T06:00Z 83.7K followers, 10K engagements "ADF Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordinance one-year anniversary The one-year anniversary of the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Plan has been marked by the opening of an office in Newcastle dedicated to the $850 million missile manufacturing partnership with Kongsberg Defence Australia. The new Kongsberg office is an important milestone in the partnership which is creating hundreds of jobs in the Hunter and is expected to pump $100 million into the local economy. It will see Australia home to only the second factory in the world and the first outside of Norway to produce the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1PCIodzqUQk) 2025-11-10T05:37Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Cavalry comes to grips with jungle conditions Troopers from Alpha Squadron 2nd Cavalry Regiment deployed to Tully North Queensland to participate in Exercise Regional Warfighter [----]. During the 12-day training a series of lessons were conducted on the low-level individual patrol and troop training on how to operate in the jungle. The exercise culminated in a 48-hour squadron level mission scenario where both dismounted and mounted force elements were required. #Youradf #army #ausarmy #military Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1S0elibS7GI) 2024-10-14T05:09Z 83.6K followers, 19.2K engagements "ADF 74th Anniversary of the battle of Kapyong Australian Army soldiers from the 3rd Battalion the Royal Australian Regiment (3 RAR) commemorated the 74th anniversary of the battle of Kapyong at Lavarack Barracks on Thursday [--] April [----]. During the Korean War the Battle of Kapyong was fought from [--] to [--] April [----] and is regarded as the most important battle for Australian troops in Korea. The parade recognises the Battalions contribution to the battle of Kapyong where [--] Australians were killed and [--] were wounded while stalling the Chinese advance and preventing Seoul from falling into" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1bWPyPeMUNs) 2025-04-30T00:56Z 83.6K followers, 15.5K engagements "ADF On lock with Operation Render Safe π£π Last month ADF's Explosive Ordnance Disposal specialists stepped up in π Nauru neutralising a dangerous unexploded ordnance (UXO) at the request of Naurus Government. Under Operation Render Safe the ADF is removing WWII-era explosive remnants across Pacific Island nations keeping communities safe. #YourADF #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1yjaOi0h83w) 2025-04-08T00:00Z 83.6K followers, 104K engagements "ADF Exercise ALON [--] Exercise ALON [--] is a bilateral training activity planned and led by the Armed Forces of the Philippines and Australian Defence Force. Conducted from [--] to [--] August it is the largest overseas military exercise for Australia in [----]. Over [----] personnel are participating in Exercise ALON [--] including members of the ADF and AFP as well as elements of the Royal Canadian Navy and the United States Marine Corps Marine Rotation Force Darwin. Exercise ALON [--] demonstrates the strength of the Strategic Partnership between Australia and the Philippines. It allows both nations to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2fmJUPiqwb0) 2026-01-15T03:06Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Exercise Puk Puk - Brothers in arms and construction in PNG Australian Army Sappers from the 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment and supporting elements forged a contingent alongside engineers from the British Army New Zealand Army Japan Ground Self-Defense Force ( JGSDF) and Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) for Exercise Puk Puk at Igam Barracks Lae Papua New Guinea. Exercise Puk Puk is an annual engineering activity focused on developing international partnerships demonstrating combined engineering effects and delivering meaningful upgrades to defence and community infrastructure. In 2025" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3VRMuTumTgo) 2025-07-08T05:49Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF 3RAR Sniper urban training Soldiers from 3rd Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment participated in the Sniper Course Module Two at Lavarack Barracks and Townsville Field Training Area Queensland. During Module Two soldiers are tested on their physical prowess marksmanship firing from a concealed position without detection stalking navigation judging distance camouflage and concealment. #YourADF #army #ausarmy Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3qB2GdlwPzY) 2023-10-18T03:56Z 83.6K followers, 26.1K engagements "ADF Fourth Regional Presence Deployment for [----] #Shorts π Thats a wrap October Check out HMAS Ballarats port visits patrols and activities captured throughout October while deployed on Regional Presence Deployment 25-4. π₯ LS Connor Morrison #YourADF #AusNavy #RPD25 #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5aQnIbN9prA) 2025-10-31T07:00Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Ready. Drop π₯ #Shorts Australian Army mortarmen from the 5th/7th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment unleashed thunder in the π Philippines during Exercise Kasangga firing 81mm Australian mortars shouldertoshoulder with the Philippine Army's 3rd Infantry Division. #YourADF #AusArmy #StongerTogether #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5rNA9-XnMhs) 2025-11-21T07:00Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Exercises High Sierra and Crimson Dawn Exercise High Sierra [--] is a No. [--] Operational Conversion Unit (2OCU) training exercise held at RAAF Base Townsville and TFTA over the period [--] Nov [--] Dec [--]. The exercise is the final component of the F-35A Lightning II Operational Conversion Course. The course prepares graduates to execute operations away from a main operating base and is an opportunity to participate in large force employment scenarios and to deliver high explosive ordnance into the training range. Exercise Crimson Dawn 25-2 (CD 25-2) will be conducted from [--] Nov [--] Dec [--]. The" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6Bm6l5iIuus) 2025-12-17T05:07Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF The first MC-55A Peregrine arrives in Australia The MC-55A Peregrine is a first-of-type airborne intelligence surveillance reconnaissance and electronic warfare (ISREW) aircraft for the Australian Defence Force (ADF). The first MC-55A arrived in Australia in January [----]. Modelled on the Gulfstream G550 airframe and extensively modified by L3Harris Technologies the MC-55A is a long-range persistent ISREW platform able to deliver multi-intelligence effects.The MC-55A Peregrine will be operated by RAAFs Number [--] Squadron and will be based at RAAF Base Edinburgh in South Australia." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6Dfc8BHt13Q) 2026-01-28T03:59Z 83.7K followers, 11.5K engagements "ADF Royal Australian Navy Clearance Diving Team #shorts Exercise Bersama Lima [----] marked the ADFs first deployment of a Royal Australian Navy Clearance Diving Team to a Five Power Defence Arrangements exercise. The team exercised at Tioman Island Malaysia conducting mine clearance serials. πͺ #Strongertogether #AusNavy Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=77TDSpUWAzI) 2024-11-12T20:00Z 83.6K followers, 12.4K engagements "ADF Remembrance Day #Shorts On this day [--] years ago the Unknown Australian Soldier was interred at the Australian War Memorial. He made the final journey home on behalf of all those who did not. Today we remember all Australians who have served our nation. πβ€ #remembranceday2023 #lestweforget #youradf #ausnavy #ausarmy #ausairforce #shorts #AusAirforce #AusArmy #AusNavy #YourADF ADF Adf Air Force Airman Airwoman Armed Forces Army Australian Defence Force Australian Military Defence Australia Defense Exercise HMAS Military Navy Operation RAAF RAN Remembrance Day Sailor Soldier army video aus" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7XLKafwQP80) 2023-11-10T22:00Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Royal Australian Navy Initial Training Sailors undertake their initial training at HMAS Cerberus in Victoria before moving on to their job-specific training. At Cerberus you will be supported and encouraged to become the best version of yourself. The aim of the training is to take the strengths and qualities you already possess and build on them while setting you up for a positive career in the Navy as a representative and defender of Australia's security and prosperity. Throughout the course you will experience a blend of physical training practical exercises and classroom learning. The" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ADSja6tZhTc) 2023-11-02T05:26Z 83.6K followers, 40.5K engagements "ADF New F60 Bangalore Torpedo On [--] Oct [----] Army Combat Engineers fired the new in-service F60 Bangalore Torpedo munition on a live demolitions range in the Holsworthy Military Training Area during their Subject [--] CPL course at the School of Military Engineering in Holsworthy NSW. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AqQ6b6vihZQ) 2025-11-04T04:43Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Tactical Rope Rescue Training Course Eleven engineers from across Australia gathered in Sydney in June for a two-week Tactical Rope Rescue Instructors Training Course conducted in the Blue Mountains and at Holsworthy Barracks. The training comprised theory sessions and practical rescue scenarios. The course was run by members of the [--] Aviation Regiment Combat Rescue Operators supported by a civilian instructor. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AyXsSIAQVgU) 2025-08-08T05:51Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Operation Argos - Intelligence Analyst Operation ARGOS is the ADFs contribution towards the enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCRs) against North Korea. Australia Supports UNSC sanctions through the deployment of Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) maritime patrol aircraft and Royal Australian Navy (RAN) surface vessels. Since [----] Australia has deployed RAAF maritime patrol aircraft [--] times and RAN vessels [--] times in support of the operation. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=B-R6QoMT0HU) 2025-11-25T22:44Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Operation Accordion Operation Accordion is the Australian Defence Force (ADF) support mission to ADF operations and activities in the Middle East Region. Operation Accordion also enables contingency planning and enhancement of regional relationships. Headquarters Middle East (HQME) oversees Operation Accordion through its support to deployed ADF personnel and assets in the MER. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CxlaprH18W8) 2025-07-25T06:02Z 83.6K followers, 19.8K engagements "ADF Army UH-60M Black Hawk fleet #Shorts Black Hawk update π£ Since landing in [----] Army aviators and soldiers have clocked over [----] hours in intense platform and special operations training pushing our rapid-response capabilities to new heights. As part of the introduction into service activities aircraft and crew have conducted: π Helicopter insertion and extraction training π Special Operations training activities π First of Class Flight Trials with the RAN. With counter-terrorism drills coming up across Sydney this milestone preps us to meet every challengebe it domestic emergencies" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EOtYgMxeLsw) 2024-10-30T20:00Z 83.6K followers, 17.6K engagements "ADF Chief of Joint Operations End of Year Message [----] Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/departmentofdefence/ X: https://twitter.com/DefenceAust Website: https://www.defence.gov.au/ ABOUT DEFENCE AUSTRALIA To defend Australia and its national interests in order to advance Australias security and prosperity." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FGt26HYMFDc) 2025-12-15T23:45Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Exercise Hardcorps [----] On [--] April the latest cohort to pass through Long Tan Platoon at the School of Infantry underwent Exercise Hardcorps the culminating activity marking the end of their training at the School. After three and a half months of training the exercise is designed to test soldiers mental and physical readiness with skills that they developed from their course before to become a qualified infantry soldier. In sections the members set off from midnight undertaking a variety of stands where they were assessed and observed before finally being presented their Skippy badge" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FzJq4IZOfhs) 2024-06-26T00:27Z 83.6K followers, 41.6K engagements "ADF Operation Resolute [----] Vigilance in the top end ADF assigned to Operation Resolute have been out in remote coastal areas of the Northern Territory conducting reconnaissance and surveillance patrols detecting illegal activity within the Australian Exclusive Economic Zone. Safeguarding Australias maritime approaches offshore territories and boarders is essential for Australias national security. ADF remains committed to providing highly capable surveillance forces to support whole of government efforts to protect Australias borders and offshore maritime interests. Want even more videos" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=G35qDTQz76A) 2023-11-08T03:16Z 83.6K followers, 14.6K engagements "ADF Military Skills Competition and Infantry Concentration Course The 7th Brigade Military Skills Competition held at Gallipoli Barracks Enoggera brought together teams from across 7th Brigade along with a New Zealand Army team to compete in a series of challenging stands designed to test military skills endurance and teamwork. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ImPe5mFKj-U) 2025-12-04T23:19Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Combat Engineer Vehicles #Shorts Testing out the new vehicles π Soldiers from the Australian Army's 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment conducted ploughing with the new combat engineering vehicles at π Puckapunyal Military Area Victoria. #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IrKErnk_lKk) 2025-06-16T08:00Z 83.6K followers, 18.1K engagements "ADF Excerise Bardia - Combat Engineer Initial Employment Training On [--] June [----] the latest cohort to undergo Combat Engineer Initial Employment Training at the School of Military Engineering successfully completed Exercise Bardia the culminating activity marking the end of their training at the School. After months of training the exercise is designed to test soldiers readiness with skills developed from their course to become qualified Combat Engineers. The week of the exercise saw trainees practice field skills section patrols clearance of hostile zones explosives hazard reduction" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JhKzKFPYNNw) 2024-08-04T05:00Z 83.6K followers, 16.9K engagements "ADF Heavy Armoured Capability on Display The 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment conducted the first live fire serial of the new platforms M1150 Assault Breacher Vehicle (ABV) Joint Assault Bridge (JAB) and M58 Mine Clearing Line Charge system (MICLIC). The MICLIC system clears pathways through minefields by rocket launching an explosive-filled line charge that detonates to destroy buried mines. The ABV is used to clear minefields and obstacles creating safe paths for other vehicles and troops. Based on the M1 Abrams tank chassis the ABV is equipped with a front-mounted mine plow a dozer blade and a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KOrDlMtQ5Tk) 2025-10-13T05:08Z 83.6K followers, 15.3K engagements "ADF Exercise Orient Shield [----] Exercise Orient Shield is the largest annual field training and live fire exercise between the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) and the US Army with over [----] participants each year. In [----] the Australian Army participated in Exercise Orient Shield for the first time with approximately [---] Australian Army soldiers and officers deploying to Sekiyama Training area in the Niigata Prefecture Japan for the 10-day exercise in September [----]. The Australian Army contingent from 3rd Brigades 1st Battalion Royal Australian Regiment and 2nd Brigade supported by" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MwlGNfDSSvw) 2025-09-25T05:26Z 83.6K followers, 15.5K engagements "ADF Armidale Class Patrol Boats "The Last Ride" Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/departmentofdefence/ X: https://twitter.com/DefenceAust Website: https://www.defence.gov.au/ ABOUT DEFENCE AUSTRALIA To defend Australia and its national interests in order to advance Australias security and prosperity. ADF" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=N-4qBFLaYIk) 2025-12-05T01:50Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Delivering the Future Defence Estate The Australian Government released Delivering the Future Estate: Defence Estate Audit Report on [--] February [----] setting out a plan to deliver a more capability orientated secure modern and sustainable Defence estate. In response to the [----] Defence Strategic Review an independent enterprise-wide audit was conducted to assess whether the estate meets Defences contemporary operational and capability requirements now and in the future. The Report made a series of findings and recommendations laying bare that the Defence estate is not fit for purpose. The" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=N2iMR4vnFO8) 2026-02-05T23:53Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Defence displays wow Perth Royal Show Australian Defence Force personnel from 13th Brigade HMAS Stirling and No.79 Squadron participated in the [----] Perth Royal Show connecting with the Western Australian community and showcasing tri-service capability. Highlights included a RAAF Hawk [---] flyover dynamic capability demonstrations by Army personnel and interactive displays featuring Navy Army and Air Force members. Visitors engaged with Defence personnel explored equipment and learned more about careers and community initiatives. Defences presence at the Show reflects its strong commitment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NvQPWluptww) 2025-10-15T05:42Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "Sniper Pre-Selection Course - Fitness Training - Australian Army #Shorts Fighting fit πͺ Soldiers from the 3rd Battalion the Royal Australian Regiment participated in fitness training during the Sniper Pre-Selection course at Townsville Field Training Area Queensland. #AusArmy #Sniper #trainedandready #ReadyToFight #Readiness #ReadyNow #ArmyInMotion #GoodSoldiering #AustralianArmy #ArmyLife #YourADF sniper training sniper army training army sniper training sniper army training army" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PlN6TliB5HU) 2023-06-30T21:00Z 83.6K followers, 1.9M engagements "ADF Logistics Officer basic course resilience training day Army Logistic Training Centres Human Factors Cell held a Resilience Training Day mid-year for Army School of Logistic Operations Logistics Officer Basic Course (LOBC) [--] of Armys newest leaders. The day was split into three activities; stress response training in the Latchford Barracks pool a team raft building and problem solving activity and multiple dry-land problem solving and fitness games. The course follows the Experiential Learning Cycle aiming to develop teamwork communication leadership and stress management. Want even more" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Pvz_ZchOFrg) 2025-10-29T04:13Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Army Aviators on UK Apache Helicopter Exchange Australia will acquire a fleet of [--] new AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopters as part of the Land [----] AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopter Project. To support the transition to the AH-64E Apache fleet Australian Army aviators are on exchange with the British Army to gain experience maintaining the aircraft. AH-64E Apache deliveries to Australia are expected to commence in late [----]. The Tiger Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter capability will continue to meet Defence requirements until it is withdrawn from service by [----]. Want even more videos like" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PyoVPpxpfiM) 2024-09-09T05:00Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Fast Jets: Inbound π¬ #Shorts RAAF Base Townsville is gearing up for Exercises Crimson Dawn 25-2 and High Sierra. These conversion courses will test and qualify the upcoming batch of RAAF aircrew assigned to operate F/A18F Super Hornet and F-35A Lightning II-aircraft. Stay tuned π #YourADF #AusAirForce #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Q7eeoIwZNuA) 2025-11-23T04:00Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Australian Army prepare the guns #Shorts Prepping the guns Gunners from the 4th Regiment Royal Australian Artillery carry a round for a fire mission at Townsville field training area Queensland. πͺ Stay tuned for the explosion π #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QtxTyxnXa5Q) 2024-03-26T21:00Z 83.6K followers, 25.5K engagements "ADF Engineer Regimental Officer Basic Course Culminator Over [--] new Army officers from Australia New Zealand Fiji and Papua New Guinea have graduated from School of Military Engineering following their culminating activity for their Regimental Officer Basic Course (ROBC) [--] July to [--] August [----] at Holsworthy Barracks New South Wales. Exercise Kokoda is the culminating activity of the eight-month course putting their learnings to the test covering a range of objectives based on real world scenarios. The combat engineers are responsible for enabling the Army to move and fight employing" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=R8vVmsoJ4kA) 2024-08-27T21:00Z 83.6K followers, 11.7K engagements "Building up Infantry resilience - Exercise Hardcorps Exercise Hardcorps is the hardest test for soldiers at the School of Infantry. During the exercise sections competed in stands that tested their mental and physical fitness including a 20km pack march bayonet assault course casualty evacuation and a 25-metre range shoot. It's a way of building up resilience by pushing them through mental and physical limits that make them ready for warfighting. The culmination of the exercise is celebrated by earning the Skippy Badge for their hat puggaree which symbolises they are ready to move into their" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SZodFT3boKc) 2021-12-13T05:17Z 83.5K followers, 109.6K engagements "ADF Flying onwards and upwards together Operation Gateway is Australia's enduring contribution to the preservation of regional security and stability in Southeast Asia. The Australian Defence Force provides maritime surveillance patrols in the North Indian Ocean and South China Sea. Operation Gateway helps maintain the bilateral Defence relationship between Australia and Malaysia. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SjSbF5AUpRE) 2026-01-05T04:16Z 83.7K followers, [---] engagements "ADF Heavy weapons return to 2nd Division #armyreserve Army Reservists from across the 2nd (Australian) Division undertook a Direct Fire Support Weapons course in the Singleton Military Area during September [----]. Soldiers received training on Heavy Machine Guns the 84mm Medium Direct Fire Support Weapon and Javelin Weapon System. The course supported the Land Combat Capability Review and aided in developing a new capability across the Division. #youradf Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VRoUU8r_-kM) 2023-10-04T23:56Z 83.6K followers, 12.9K engagements "ADF Urban operations central to South Queensland Warfighter More than [----] soldiers from Brisbanes 7th Brigade together with force elements from the British Army New Zealand Army Republic of Fiji Armed Forces and His Majestys Armed Forces (Tonga) participated in the South Queensland Warfighter Exercise from [--] June [--] July [----]. The exercise rehearsed the ADFs readiness to defend Australia and its interests showcased Armys transformation to an integrated and focused force enhanced Armys long-standing and persistent partnerships and interoperability with partner-nation forces and demonstrated" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XiY_drBHg9M) 2025-07-04T04:01Z 83.6K followers, 22.6K engagements "ADF School of Health The Australian Defence Force School of Health (ADFSH) is located at Latchford Barracks Bonegilla and is a joint training establishment under the Army Logistic Training Centre. It delivers Initial Employment Training specialist health training and select career promotion courses to all ranks. ADFSH includes two sub-units; the Medical Technician Wing (MTW) and Health Specialist Wing (HSW). MTW is responsible for the Initial Employment Training of all Defence Medical Technicians. Medics follow the 69-week curriculum Joint Medic Course (JMED) which provides the skills" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YkfVdBbUgAs) 2025-06-18T06:09Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Exercise ALON [----] - Combat Engineers Exercise ALON [--] is a bilateral training activity planned and led by the Armed Forces of the Philippines and Australian Defence Force and is the largest overseas military exercise for Australia in [----]. Conducted from [--] to [--] August [----] Exercise ALON [--] will involve approximately [----] personnel from the Philippines and Australia as well as participants from the United States Marine Corps and Royal Canadian Navy. Exercise ALON [--] demonstrates the strength of Australia and the Philippines partnership and allows both nations to practice multi-domain" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=a8QtDVCnCr0) 2025-09-02T04:55Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Exercise Black Cutlass Soldiers from 2nd Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment conducted Exercise Black Cutlass at Townsville Field Training Area and Cowley Beach Training Area in April and May [----]. The certification exercise involved small boat operations and reconnaissance culminating in clearance of an enemy position in a jungle environment. Supported by 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment 10th Force Support Battalion 5th Aviation Regiment and 7th Signal Regiment Exercise Black Cutlass ensured the battalion can continue to provide contingency forces. Want even more videos like this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=beJmv6KJAHo) 2025-08-19T05:24Z 83.6K followers, 17K engagements "ADF First AH-64E Apaches arrive in Australia The Australian Army's first two AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopters were delivered to the 16th Aviation Brigade at RAAF Base Townsville on Sunday [--] September [----]. Defence is acquiring a fleet of [--] AH- 64E Apache Attack Helicopters through a Foreign Military Sales case with the United States as part of the Project Land [----] Apache Attack Helicopter. The AH-64E Apache will replace the Tiger Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter bringing significant capability improvements that will enhance the lethality and tempo of land and amphibious force manoeuvres." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dI-6-bB6ceg) 2025-10-07T03:58Z 83.6K followers, 31.7K engagements "ADF Life on Board USS Pearl Harbor #Shorts π’ USS Pearl Harbor docks in Australian Army Reservist PTE Miella Sartori is one of five ADF personnel on board performing with a multi-national band throughout the region as part of the Pacific Partnership 2025's community outreach. Now in its 21st iteration the Pacific Partnership series is run by the US Navy and is the largest annual multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific. #YourADF #StrongerTogether #PacificPartnership2025 #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dZ07lWGV60I) 2025-08-05T08:00Z 83.6K followers, 22.1K engagements "ADF Combat Health Support to SQ Warfighter Exercise More than [----] soldiers from Brisbanes 7th Brigade together with force elements from the British Army New Zealand Army Republic of Fiji Armed Forces and His Majestys Armed Forces (Tonga) participated in the South Queensland Warfighter Exercise from [--] June [--] July [----]. The exercise rehearsed the ADFs readiness to defend Australia and its interests showcased Armys transformation to an integrated and focused force enhanced Armys long-standing and persistent partnerships and interoperability with partner-nation forces and demonstrated the role" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ekSFt_85UmA) 2025-10-15T05:45Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF MQ-28A Ghost Bat air-to-air missile launch Trial Kareela 25-4 was a demonstration of a Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) employing an air-to-air weapon against an aerial target in an operationally relevant scenario. Taking place at RAAF Base Woomera in South Australia from [--] November to [--] December [----] the MQ-28A teamed with an E-7A Wedgetail as a loyal wingman supported by an F/A-18F Super Hornet. Ground coordination was provided by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and Defence industry personnel. On [--] December [----] the MQ-28A successfully engaged and destroyed a target drone" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eqvJz89IEdg) 2025-12-11T05:36Z 83.7K followers, 13.4K engagements "ADF Exercise ALON [----] Concludes Exercise ALON [--] is a bilaterial training activity planned and led by the Armed Forces of the Philippines and Australian Defence Force. Conducted from [--] to [--] August it is the largest overseas military exercise for Australia in [----]. Over [----] personnel are participating in Exercise ALON [--] including members of the ADF and AFP as well as elements of the Royal Canadian Navy and the United States Marine Corps' Marine Rotation Force - Darwin. Exercise ALON [--] demonstrates the strength of the Strategic Partnership between Australia and the Philippines. It allows" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fT1sadANKhk) 2025-09-01T02:34Z 83.5K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Australian Defence Force Sport Australian Defence Force (ADF) Sport manages and sustains the ADF program for conventional and adaptive sports both domestically and internationally. ADF Sport aims to enhance members well-being connecting ADF members of all ranks and services through sport while sustaining Defences capability requirements and supporting Defences international engagement objectives. #youradf #ADFSport Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hDwOmLWfRdo) 2024-06-14T22:00Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Operation ARGOS [----] Operation ARGOS is the ADFs contribution towards the enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCRs) against North Korea. Australia Supports UNSC sanctions through the deployment of Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) maritime patrol aircraft and Royal Australian Navy (RAN) surface vessels. Since [----] Australia has deployed RAAF maritime patrol aircraft [--] times and RAN vessels [--] times in support of the operation. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kLIEb2hA4rk) 2025-10-29T04:07Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Exercise Bersama Lima [----] - Jungle Survival Training Jungle Survival Training β Australia Malaysia Singapore and the United Kingdom land forces learnt about the importance of jungle flora trap making building a fire and cooking in the jungle. The shared knowledge and camaraderie built in the jungle set a strong foundation as the teams prepared to head into the field for Exercise Bersama Lima [----]. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kXXQtKVcLAM) 2025-09-30T06:04Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment builds bunker #Shorts Members of 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment completed construction of an underground command post during Exercise Brolga Run at Townsville Field Training Area. The design process for the 40x20m bunker started in November [----] and construction began in February during Exercise Brolga Walk. Bunkers are typically small concrete structures partly dug into the ground and built in defensive positions. Incorporating WWI bunker elements with modern tech including ventilation lighting and power outlets it's a blend of past and future. π Find out more" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=l0OhZv6_tXg) 2024-06-13T23:54Z 83.6K followers, 10.8K engagements "ADF Opening for the Public - ADFA [----] The Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) held its annual Open Day on Saturday 16th August [----]. ADFA Open Day gives the public unique access and insights into the Australian Defence Force showcasing the latest in defence capabilities and career opportunities. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mfYtsKQpvu0) 2025-08-25T04:06Z 83.6K followers, 10.1K engagements "ADF Exercise Alon Battlegroup Ram #Shorts Battlegroup Ram Urban Warfare training π Soldiers from the Australian Armys Battlegroup Ram conducted urban warfare and combat shooting training with personnel from Armed Forces of the Philippines at π Fort Magasay Philippines during Exercise Alon [----]. The combat shooting training was an opportunity for Australian Army soldiers to share their drills with the Armed Forces of the Philippines to improve how they can rapidly engage enemies at close range. #YourADF #StrongerTogether #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=n9vLdP9W1MI) 2025-08-26T08:00Z 83.6K followers, 15.3K engagements "ADF Exercise Bersama Lima [----] - Jungle Assault Exercise Bersama Lima [----] (BL25) is an annual Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) exercise taking place from [--] September [--] October [----] in Malaysia Singapore and the FPDA exercise area including the South China Sea. A contingent of around [---] ADF personnel deployed to work alongside other FPDA nations Malaysia New Zealand Singapore and the United Kingdom to train air land and maritime forces in support of the coordinated defence of Malaysia and Singapore. S20252272 Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nEFCyms8PQ8) 2025-10-10T02:31Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Riverfire [----] EA-18G Growler onboard The Australian Defence Force supported the Brisbane Festivals annual Riverfire by Australian Retirement Trust on Saturday [--] September [----] highlighting local Air Force capabilities and personnel with flying displays. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nU5XSnzryCA) 2025-09-10T03:22Z 83.6K followers, 376.8K engagements "ADF Forging Warriors Exercise Green Blaze Australian Army soldiers from 1st Battalion the Royal Australian Regiment conduct a clearance of Line Creek Junction during Exercise Green Blaze at Townsville Field Training Area Queensland. The exercise incorporated live fire combat shooting serials full mission profiles and air mobility operations. @AustralianArmyHQ #YourADF #military #militarylife Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nmtUGqMcDOU) 2024-02-27T03:46Z 83.6K followers, 45.8K engagements "ADF Testing Limits: Exercise Shaggy Ridge The leadership skills of Australian Army trainee officers from the Royal Military College Duntroon are being put to the test in Exercise Shaggy Ridge at the Majura Training Area. The exercise is well known as one of the toughest tests of physical and mental strength for trainee officers testing their ability to make ethical decisions under stress and fatigue. #youradf #military Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pKAIlMUtkuo) 2024-03-21T06:00Z 83.6K followers, 36.4K engagements "ADF Photos Of The Year Nearly [-----] images have been published on the media gallery in [----] telling Defences stories through the lenses of the many photographers who were on the spot to capture the moments big and small. A number of those photographers including imagery specialists and military reporters nominated their favourite photo for a compilation of the years top shots. Some chose their best technical effort while for others the story behind the photo drove their choice. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=q_lzfM1nkwM) 2025-12-22T04:13Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Defence Estate Audit #Shorts The Australian Government has released the Delivering the Future Estate: Defence Estate Audit Report in response to the independent audit of the Defence estate. Our nation currently faces one of its most challenging strategic environments. The Defence estate the land that our personnel live train and work on and where we build and maintain our capabilities is critical to our national security. The recent Defence Estate Audit found that the Defence estate is large ageing costly to maintain and not effectively serving Australias strategic interests. The" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=r-FL8h7j6c0) 2026-02-03T23:35Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Action at sea ππ #Shorts The Royal Australian Navy's HMAS Ballarat conducted the sea phase of Exercise Malabar [----] with the US Navy the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force and the Indian Navy. Sea phase activities included: π’ Surface warfare training π’ Aviation operations π’ Maritime interdiction Exercise Malabar is a key Indo-Pacific maritime activity designed to deepen interoperability between regional partners. #YourADF #AusNavy #StrongerTogether #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rXScG7niXKc) 2025-11-24T07:00Z 83.7K followers, 14.3K engagements "ADF Training for the skies [---] Squadron is the ADFs joint helicopter training school. It is here that Navy and Army students learn to become helicopter pilots aviation warfare officers and aircrewmen. At [---] Squadron the aircrew will learn to operate in complex environments by day and night to become a combat ready helicopter crew. #YourADF #helicopter #military Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rd22QMKkU50) 2024-04-15T06:07Z 83.6K followers, 17.8K engagements "ADF Exercise Cyber Sentinels Exercise Cyber Sentinels is an annual cyber exercise which was held [--] [--] October [----] in Canberra ACT. This was the first time this exercise was planned and held at the secret/Five Eyes level in Australia by the Australian Defence Force (ADF) with previous exercises held by our global partners at a lower classification level. The ADF worked closely with United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) in the planning of this exercise which is part of the global effort sharing of partner cyber readiness. Over [--] US Cyber Command personnel participated alongside over [--] ADF" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uQyEk1v73JA) 2023-10-26T02:57Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Christmas Messages From Overseas Deployments [----] More than [---] Australian Defence Force personnel will be working this holiday season in various regions of the world. Christmas video messages have been recorded by some of the deployed personnel who will be busy on Australian Defence Force operations across the globe. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zFSaMNDnDDg) 2025-12-17T05:06Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Trench Warfare #Shorts Below the line of sight π 1RAR soldiers put their skills to the test with live trench drills at the π Townsville Field Training Area. The exercise featured: πͺ Real-time combat training π Trenches by 3CER π Tactical edge shaped by Operation KUDU #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zU_eqbXxC-8) 2025-07-07T08:00Z 83.6K followers, 25.7K engagements "ADF Red Berets Australia Day display The Australian Army Red Berets parachute display team carried the Australian national flag into Circular Quay to help kick-start Sydneys Australia Day festivities on Sydney Harbour on Sunday [--] January [----]. The three-person Red Berets team streaming red smoke behind them landed safely near the Sydney Opera House to the delight of the thousands of onlookers lining Sydney Harbour. The Red Berets was formed in May [----] and today is made up of the Australian Defence Force Parachuting Schools highly trained instructional and support staff. The Australian" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=egZXXtIRALE) 2025-01-29T04:50Z 51.5K followers, [----] engagements "ADF HMAS Sydney conducts flying ops with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force #Shorts π Seamless at sea HMAS Sydney and Japans JS Haguro flight crew recently teamed up to land and deploy a Japanese helicoptershowing maritime interoperability in action. π As part of the Royal Australian Navys [----] second regional presence deployment HMAS Sydney is sailing the π Indo-Pacific to conduct training exercises and other engagements with regional navies. π€ #YourADF #AusNavy #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eo-ymLtn22Y) 2025-07-03T08:00Z 71.3K followers, 10.4K engagements "ADF Nanosatellite Launch Buccaneer Main Mission (BMM) is a fully-operational nanosatellite which was launched from the United States on Thursday [--] March into low earth orbit. The nanosatellite was the result of years of collaboration between DSTG and Defence industry and academia. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=feVrT86sxOw) 2025-03-25T00:43Z 62K followers, [----] engagements "Air Force train with US B-1 Bombers in Top End Exercise The RAAF trained with a pair of United States Air Force (USAF) B-1B Lancer Bombers in the skies off Darwin. At an altitude of 30000-feet above the Timor Sea the B-1Bs rendezvoused with a RAAF KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport from No. [--] Squadron. Using the aircrafts Advanced Refuelling Boom System it plugged in to each of the B-1Bs nose-mounted fuel receptacle providing them with the range to complete their mission. The activity provides an important opportunity for the RAAF and USAF to exercise interoperability in challenging and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fjhNox4gslQ) 2021-11-09T04:31Z 44.5K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Surfs up for the SAAG #Shorts The Service Attaches and Advisors' Group (SAAG) made waves while visiting πRAAF Glenbrook and Richmond NSW for a capability brief. π Around [--] of the SAAG travelled to the iconic Bondi Beach for a surf lesson. The SAAG combined their newly learnt skills with help from the Army Surf Riders Association. The SAAG Engagement Program is designed to promote engagement between the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the SAAG. It provides SAAG members with exposure to the ADF the Department of Defence and Australia's defence policy. #YourADF #AusNavy #AusAirforce" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fsLEXBbgh0o) 2025-01-10T20:00Z 70.1K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Exercise Bushido Guardian [----] - Flying Operations #Shorts Seriously how cool is this π Flying high over Japan β With the arrival of the Japan Air-Self Defense Force F-35A Lightning II this week at Komatsu Air Base the exercise has progressed from one-on-one Basic Fighter Manoeuvres to a more complex many-versus-many Large Force Employment. Australian and Japanese pilots exercised as both friendly and enemy force aircraft flexing the advanced sensors and capabilities of these fourth and fifth generation platforms. This has involved more complex mission planning and integration with" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gDGmDmwPmHw) 2023-09-13T11:34Z 39.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Talisman Sabre [--] Securing seas strengthening partnerships Exercise Talisman Sabre [----] is being conducted across Australia from [--] July to [--] August. More than [-----] military personnel from [--] nations will participate in Talisman Sabre [----] primarily in Queensland but also in Western Australia the Northern Territory New South Wales and for the first time offshore activities will be conducted in Papua New Guinea. Talisman Sabre is the largest Australia-US bilaterally planned multilaterally conducted exercise and a key opportunity to work with likeminded partners from across the region and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gZufmdYyrh8) 2025-07-29T05:16Z 76.2K followers, [----] engagements "ADF sends disaster relief supplies into Vanua Levu Disaster relief and education supplies have been moved via boat from HMAS Adelaide to Bekana Jetty Vanua Levu where they were transported by convoy to a storage area to be distributed by the Republic of Fiji Military Forces on the island of Vanua Levu in Fiji On Thursday [--] December [--] over [---] Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel deployed on HMAS Adelaide for Fiji to assist with the Fiji Governments disaster relief in response to Tropical Cyclone Yasa. ADF elements are working with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gfx8STHYqKw) 2021-01-12T21:31Z 65.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Exercise Bersama Lima [--] - F35 Lightning II #Shorts Breaking New Ground πͺ This year marks the ADFs first deployment of both Royal Australian Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft and a Royal Australian Navy clearance diving team as part of a Five Power Defence Arrangements exercise. Exercise Bersama Lima involves a contingent of around [---] ADF personnel alongside Malaysia New Zealand Singapore and the United Kingdom to train across air land and maritime domains enhancing our collective strength and cooperation. π€ #YourADF #AusAirForce Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gkKXkX4vsvI) 2024-11-07T20:30Z 75.3K followers, 10.2K engagements "ADF Naval Strike Missile HMAS Sydney successful firing The Royal Australian Navy has accelerated Naval Strike Missile installation in Surface Combatants which culminated in the [--] July live firing demonstration off the coast of Hawaii during Exercise RIMPAC [----]. This is aligned to Government Direction announced in the [----] Defence Strategic Review and in the [----] National Defence Strategy. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hHENjUZSHBA) 2024-07-21T22:00Z 39.7K followers, 21.1K engagements "ADF Signaller Corporal Jaidyn Harvey experiences Exercise Yama Sakura [--] Corporal Jaidyn Harvey from 3rd Combat Signal Regiment has been supporting Headquarters 3rd Brigade and learning how to integrate ADF systems with those of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and the United States Army during Exercise Yama Sakura [--] in Osaka Japan. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hP3T32y-hr8) 2025-09-12T01:34Z 76.2K followers, [----] engagements "Indigenous artist Chernee Sutton artwork for Gender Peace & Security Directorate Chern'ee Sutton is a proud Aboriginal artist and Kalkadoon woman from the emu foot province around the Mount Isa area in North West Queensland. Defences Gender Peace and Security Directorate commissioned Chernees Walumarra Business artwork. In the Kalkadoon language Walumarra Business means Womens Business. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hQbRCwOai5E) 2020-11-05T02:11Z 71K followers, [---] engagements "ADF M777 Howitzer danger close live-fire #Shorts Get up close to the action as Australian Army soldiers conduct a danger close live-fire mission with M777 Howitzers. #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hnSGP2NRR4M) 2025-06-04T08:00Z 73.5K followers, [----] engagements "HMAS Toowoomba returns home from deployment Royal Australian Navy helicopter frigate HMAS Toowoomba has returned to Australia following a successful six-month deployment on Operation Manitou. HMAS Toowoomba shared the tasking with the Combined Maritime Force conducting counter-narcotics operations as part of Task Force [---] and maritime security operations in the Straits of Hormuz with the International Maritime Security Construct. V20202001" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iICMsSJ9MYE) 2020-06-29T05:34Z 52.9K followers, [---] engagements "ADF National Science Week [----] Each year Defence celebrates National Science Week in recognition of the contributions made by science technology engineering and mathematics (STEM) professionals to Defence and national security. In [----] National Science Week is held from [--] [--] August with the theme Decoding the Universe Exploring the unknown with natures hidden language and its linkage to [----] as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. Defence members and Australian Public Service (APS) staff participated in a range of events nation-wide to mark the occasion. Want even more" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iMx4WOMCiak) 2025-08-10T23:57Z 70.7K followers, [---] engagements "ADF Battle of Kapyong #youradf The Battle of Kapyong has come to be known as the most significant and important battle for Australian troops in the Korean War. Watch as The Cove walks us through the history of the Battle of Kapyong. Read more: https://cove.army.gov.au/article/australias-battle-kapyong #youradf #ausarmy Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iUV7uC7-viY) 2024-06-21T01:59Z 70.6K followers, 17.2K engagements "ADF Royal Thai Air Force - [--] years of participation in Exercise #pitchblack Flashbacks incoming βπΉ The Royal Thai Air Force marked [--] years of participation in Exercise #PitchBlack this year. For the [----] installment of the exercise they have been showcasing [--] JAS [--] Gripen aircraft reflecting their ongoing commitment to advancing air combat capabilities. #youradf #ausairforce #pilotlife #avgeek #aviation #militaryaviation #militaryaircraft #aviationlovers #militarylife #militarystyle #airforce Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iZCTPpl3zLs) 2024-08-02T00:53Z 39.6K followers, [----] engagements "Task Group Taji Postal Service Defence Force personnel from Australia and New Zealand are training members of the Iraqi Security Forces to defeat the Daesh terrorist group. They are deployed on active service to Iraq as part of Task Group Taji [--]. The training includes: the laws of armed conflict weapons handling first aid vehicle checkpoints explosive hazards awareness building clearances and obstacle breaching techniques. Instruction is inclusive of tactics techniques and procedures from squad through to company-level operations for use in the fight against Daesh" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=icfMgTnB23c) 2019-08-21T02:03Z 66K followers, [---] engagements "ADF Exercise Bersama Shield [----] concludes Australia has deployed a contingent of approximately [---] personnel including HMAS Sydney and a C-27J Spartan aircraft to participate in Exercise Bersama Shield [----] (BS25) in Malaysia Singapore and the surrounding air and maritime space. Bersama Shield is an annual training exercise conducted between nations of the Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) Australia Malaysia New Zealand Singapore and the United Kingdom. Exercise Bersama Shield is designed to exercise the militaries of the FPDA in combined joint operations in a multi-threat environment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iu-m3HEglgU) 2025-04-28T03:53Z 64.3K followers, [----] engagements "Hanwha Redback to bring Army some sting The Government has selected Hanwha Defense Australia as the down-selected preferred tenderer to deliver [---] infantry fighting vehicles to the Australian Army as part of a major transformation of the Army in response to Australias changing strategic environment. The Government has also decided that the new vehicles will be built in Australia at Hanwhas facilities in the Geelong region subject to the finalisation of negotiations and government approval. #defenceindustry #capability #youradf Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ivH7lY3O6Vw) 2023-07-27T05:26Z 47.6K followers, 35.1K engagements "ADF HMAS Toowoomba Dual RAS & VERTREP HMAS Stalwart conducts a dual replenishment at sea as the ships embarked MH-60R helicopter Boomerang conducts a Vertical Replenishment with HMA Ships Brisbane and Toowoomba while HMAS Toowoombas embarked MH-60R helicopter Valkyrie conducts flying operations during a transit as part of a regional presence deployment. The Royal Australian Navy is undertaking a regional presence deployment in Southeast and Northeast Asia. During the deployment HMA Ships Toowoomba Stalwart and Brisbane demonstrated the Royal Australian Navys ability to execute sustained" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=j5Duq1P0CAk) 2023-11-10T05:30Z 52.9K followers, [----] engagements "ADF IPE25 - Religious Engagements Brunei Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australias flagship regional engagement activity. IPE is a practical demonstration of the Australian Governments commitment to a peaceful stable and prosperous region founded on openness respect for sovereignty and adherence to agreed rules and norms. The activity strengthens regional relationships and builds whole-of-government partnerships that are of with and for the region. During IPE25 Defence and other government agencies will conduct activities with host nations across Southeast Asia and the Northeast Indian" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=j8swZDSkkL4) 2025-09-19T05:26Z 76.3K followers, [---] engagements "Army detonates 500lb bomb in Nauru - Operation Render Safe At the request of the Government of Nauru the Australian Defence Force deployed a team of specialist personnel to Nauru in July [----] to support the initial assessment and safe disposal of a reported unexploded ordnance (UXO) under Operation RENDER SAFE. The ordnance was discovered in the residential and industrial area of Aiwo District Nauru with an initial inspection by the Nauru Police Force indicating that the item might be a World War II 500lb bomb. The suspected UXO is safely contained and not posing an immediate risk to public" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jI3ZkblUZgc) 2023-07-26T04:11Z 71.7K followers, 15.4K engagements "Lismore students invite ADF back to school Australian Defence Force personnel supporting Operation Flood Assist [----] were invited back to school recently for a show and tell session with a difference at the Rivers Secondary College in Lismore. Australian Defence Force personnel talked to the students played games and showed them over Bushmaster protected mobility vehicles Zodiac inflated boats trucks and other vehicles as part of an open day activity between doing flood-debris clearing tasks. Australian Defence Force personnel remain on task or available for tasking in northern New South" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jKJU3L5GEmU) 2022-04-13T00:07Z 75.2K followers, [----] engagements "Army's historic 10th Light Horse Regiment re-raised A ceremonial parade commemorating the re-raising of the 10th Light Horse Regiment (10LH) was held at Perth's Langley Park on October [--]. The parade included traditional Light Horse troops in period uniform as the date also marked the 107th anniversary of the Regiment's original raising in [----]. Attendees at the parade included the Governor of Western Australia Kim Beazley and the Assistant Minister for Defence Andrew Hastie. The return of 10LH to Army's Order of Battle marks a significant milestone in enhancing Army capability and Defence in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jNcVnfxo3cA) 2021-10-11T05:04Z 76.4K followers, 21.1K engagements "ADF Enhancing Air Forces Health Capability Over the period 12-15 February [----] RAAF Base Amberley Specialist Medical Reservists and permanent health clinicians of No. [--] Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (3AES) conducted a FORGEN Culminating Activity. Conducted annually the comprehensive training exercise is designed to enhance the capabilities of Air Forces health elements and security forces whilst fostering innovation build readiness and promote interoperability and transparency. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jaQsaH1ygXg) 2025-03-03T04:16Z 70.1K followers, [----] engagements "Anzac Day Dawn Service in Kabul Afghanistan Personnel of Task Group Afghanistan take part in a commemorative service during Anzac Day in Kabul. Anzac Day is a time to reflect on the contribution made by all of our past and present service men and women who have displayed great courage discipline and self-sacrifice in choosing a life of service to their country. The Anzac spirit lives in the heart and minds of all Australians as we acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who contributed so much in shaping the identity of this proud nation. Approximately [----] ADF members are currently" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=joN96VZtMzQ) 2019-04-25T06:51Z 55K followers, [---] engagements "ADF Behind the scenes - training our military working dogs #shorts Ever wondered how we train our military working dogs π€ The Irondog K9 workshop immerses our ADF military working dogs (MWDs) in realistic training scenarios ensuring they are fully prepared for operational deployment. MWDs play a crucial role in securing the National Airbase Network protecting Agile Basing and supporting both Army and RAAF operations. These highly trained animals are equipped to excel across the full spectrum of operations. #YourADF #AusArmy #AusAirForce Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=juT2vf5ihBk) 2024-09-20T21:30Z 76.3K followers, [----] engagements "ADF National Military Working Dog Day #Shorts Shout out to our furry heroes π β€ On this National Military Working Dog Day we honour our ever-adaptable four-legged personnel for their: πΎ courage πΎ service πΎ loyalty #YourADF #StrongerTogether #NationalMilitaryWorkingDogDay #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jwK_NzKg6MM) 2025-06-07T00:00Z 75.3K followers, [----] engagements "ADF 3rd Brigade go boom π₯π¨ #shorts #youradf 3rd Brigade go boom π₯π¨ #Shorts #AusArmy #YourADF" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=k48hloZ1Yvw) 2023-09-14T04:02Z 31.4K followers, [--] engagements "ADF 3rd Brigade getting the job done. πͺ #shorts #youradf 3rd Brigade getting the job done. πͺ #AusArmy #YourADF π₯ https://army.adfcareers.gov.au/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kTMmFwXTFTg) 2023-09-15T21:23Z 30.9K followers, [----] engagements "Armys Red Berets dropped into into Allianz Stadium Sydney The Australian Army Red Berets parachute display team thrilled the Roosters vs Dragons NRL match crowd when they dropped in to the new Allianz Stadium at Moore Park in Sydney on Anzac Day [----] to deliver the match ball. Trailing red smoke the three Red Berets negotiated tricky winds before swooping inside the stadium's narrow roof opening to land safely on target in front of the [-----] near-capacity crowd. Former Roosters captain and coach Brad Fittler was on hand to accept the match ball from the Red Berets. The Red Berets was formed" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kbMZUCR-A_4) 2023-04-28T00:30Z 60.9K followers, [----] engagements "Multi-agency mass casualty training A multi-agency civilian and military training activity was held at Townsville Field Training Area to enhance interoperability between Emergency Services and the ADF. Exercise Crow Sickle simulated a mass casualty (MASCAS) scenario with a vehicle collision involving a minibus in an isolated area of North Queensland and included trapped personnel fire hazards and unstable and wrecked vehicles. LifeFlight was the lead agency for the activity and was supported by the ADF Queensland Police Ambulance Fire and Emergency Services QGAir Retrieval Services Queensland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kbvLPK5HBrc) 2021-11-23T03:19Z 55.2K followers, [----] engagements "ADF commences Operation Kimba in PNG At the request of the Government of Papua New Guinea (PNG) the Australian Defence Force is providing niche capabilities to support the conduct of the [----] national elections. Working with the PNG Electoral Commission Papua New Guinea Defence Force and Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary the ADF is providing specialist planning and logistics support along with Royal Australian Air Force air transport using two C-27J Spartan and one C-130J Hercules transport aircraft which are ideally suited to the mountainous terrain and tropical runways located across PNG." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=keLd5FTcvTA) 2022-06-15T06:52Z [--] followers, [----] engagements "Petroleum Operators take part in Exercise Overland Nautical Petros [--] Petroleum Operators from 17th Sustainment Brigade [--] Brigade and [--] Brigade participated in a series of activities at Cowley Beach Training Area Queensland from September [--] to November [--] [----]. Exercise Overland Nautical Petros [----] aimed to qualify operators from Support Battalions on a suite of trade courses and petrol operations field craft. The exercise also served as the tender evaluation for Joint Project [----] - the Deployable Bulk Fuel Distribution project. The project will deliver a capability to store and distribute" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lWKTXJZdRAA) 2021-12-10T01:19Z 76.5K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Indo Pacific Endeavour [----] Wrap Up Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australias flagship regional engagement activity. It demonstrates the Australian Governments commitment to a peaceful stable and prosperous region founded on openness respect for sovereignty and adherence to agreed rules and norms. The activity strengthens regional relationships and builds whole-of-government partnerships that are of with and for the region. During IPE24 Defence and other government agencies will conduct activities with [--] host nations across Southeast Asia and the Northeast Indian Ocean. Activities" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lWs_TMPe3jE) 2024-12-12T23:00Z 76.2K followers, [----] engagements "Armed Forces of Ukraine recruits complete their urban operations exercise Under the instruction of personnel deployed on Operation KUDU Armed Forces of Ukraine Recruits are now lethal in operation survival occupation and denial in the urban environment. Having completed their exercise on Urban Operations the trainees have worked as a team to breach buildings identify improvised explosive devices (IEDs) move and fight in built-up areas. No Australian personnel will enter Ukraine as part of this Programme. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lcIAstoDvq0) 2023-02-20T22:06Z 53.9K followers, [----] engagements "Brain-robotic interface demonstration Researchers at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and Armys Robotic & Autonomous Implementation & Coordination Office (RICO) teamed up and demonstrated a brain to robot interface at the Majura Training Area Canberra on Wednesday [--] May [----]. SGT Chandan Rana had a selection of commands projected onto the augmented reality lens. When sighted the resulting brainwaves were interpreted by the UTS technology which sent commands to the Ghost Robotics quadruped robot. This allowed the operator to maintain weapon readiness or use their hands for other" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ldezLFCH9UM) 2022-06-17T05:29Z 45.4K followers, [----] engagements "ADF support clean up effort in Lower MacDonald NSW The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has deployed personnel and assets to support the state governments response to the flood emergency in New South Wales. ADF support is being coordinated and prioritised through State Emergency Operations with tasks including sand bagging aerial search and rescue damage assessments and clean up. Deployment of ADF personnel is in response to NSW Government requirements. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lowf7EwZKOk) 2022-07-14T05:31Z 76.2K followers, [---] engagements "ADF Chief of Air Force Change Over Ceremony Air Marshal Robert Chipman AO CSC transferred Command of the Royal Australian Air Force to Air Marshal Stephen Chappell DSC CSC OAM on 3rd July [----] at a Ceremonial Parade at Russell Offices Canberra. #youradf #ausairforce #airforce Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lwp1U982c5M) 2024-07-04T21:00Z 39.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Joining forces with The Armed Forces of Ukraine for Operation Kudu #shorts Training hard πͺ 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 Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=m9XC5uqaBQY) 2024-11-20T20:00Z 62K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Op Kudu - Soldiers of Ukraine: Serhii & Arthur Operation Kudu is the Australian Defence Force commitment to the training of Armed Forces of Ukraine personnel in the United Kingdom. Australia has supported the UK-led multinational training mission Operation INTERFLEX under Operation KUDU since January [----] which was expanded in January [----] to include a junior leader training program. Australian Defence Force personnel are delivering infantry training in urban wooded and trench environments. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mVvgoUhxyv8) 2025-03-05T00:07Z 43.9K followers, [---] engagements "ADF ADF Commemorates Anzac Day [----] On Anzac Day we mark the landings in Gallipoli of Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) soldiers in [----] and commemorate all Australian personnel who served and died in wars conflicts and peacekeeping operations. We reflect on their courage discipline and self-sacrifice. The Anzac spirit lives on in the hearts and minds of all Australians as we acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who contributed so much to shaping the identity of our nation. Australians are encouraged to participate by sharing photos stories and videos via social media" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mt0kkfIlKB4) 2025-04-29T05:54Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "ADF Maritime Big Play #Shorts Maritime Big Play π Australia the United Kingdom and the United States have jointly tested their ability to communicate with underwater autonomous systems as part of AUKUS Pillar IIs Maritime Big Play series. Maritime Big Play is an exercise series for AUKUS Pillar II to rapidly test and integrate autonomous systems with conventional platforms equipping us to more effectively deter and deny threats above and under the water. This year Japan also joined these activities as a participant for the first time. worked together to enhance their use of underwater" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mv8NRmx01_o) 2025-07-29T08:00Z 70.1K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Opening of the 1st Pop-up ADF Careers Centre in Geelong On Tuesday [--] August [----] Deputy Prime Minister The Hon. Richard Marles MP Head of Military Personnel MAJGEN Wade Stothart DSC AM CSC and Adecco Managing Director Mr Gene Crowe officially opened the first Pop-up ADF Careers Centre in Geelong. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=n1yzoDtdPjw) 2024-09-07T05:00Z 46.1K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Ex Bersama Lima [--] - F35 Lightning II [----] marks the first ever time the Royal Australian Air Forces F-35A Lightning II Aircraft have contributed to a Five Power Defence Arrangements exercise. This is a significant step up to the complexity of the exercise allowing Five Power Defence Arrangement Nations Australia Malaysia New Zealand Singapore and the United Kingdom to all work together as one cohesive team. Exercise Bersama Lima [----] (BL24) is an annual Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) exercise taking place from 01-18 October [----] in Singapore Malaysia and the FPDA exercise area" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=o-BpQezDnyY) 2024-11-07T20:00Z 39.8K followers, [---] engagements "ADF CFA Turn up the heat for local soldiers Petroleum Operators from Army Logistic Training Centre (ALTC) joined forces with Bendigos Country Fire Authority (CFA) on [--] June [----] in a bid to enhance training for soldiers. The training was conducted at the Huntley Victorian Emergency Management Training Centre where the soldiers felt the penetrating heat of the controlled liquid hydrocarbon fire for the first time. ALTC Training Futures Major (MAJ) Zane Lindsay orchestrated the day aiming to give the soldiers a further layer of realism to their training. #YourADF Want even more videos like" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oSDxFcP34tc) 2024-07-17T05:00Z 39.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF l Combat Control Suitability Screening - physical and mental challenges No. [--] Squadron headquartered at RAAF Base Williamtown New South Wales provides Air Force with the Combat Control capability. Combat Controllers (CCT) are specially selected trained and equipped air-to-surface integration specialists supporting Special Operations and Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief (HADR) mission profiles. The role of CCT is to integrate synchronise and control the elements of air and space power at the tactical level that enable the execution of precision strike and military advance force" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oSbbEsBXE4w) 2023-09-18T03:20Z 76.2K followers, 14.9K engagements "Defence celebrates International Womens Day [----] On [--] March Defence will celebrate International Womens Day a day to recognise the achievements of women across the world and to focus on the wider impacts of gender inequality. Achieving gender equality and increasing womens participation in the Defence workforce is fundamental to building Defences capability and operational effectiveness. This years theme is Cracking the Code: innovation for a gender equal future. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/DefenceAustralia Connect with the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ok7QpqYYAM8) 2023-03-07T20:43Z 45.6K followers, [----] engagements "Operation Render Safe [----] starts with a disaster relief forum The Australian Defence Force and National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) took part in a Table Top Exercise in Honiara Solomon Islands to further develop the NDMOs Standard Operating Procedures when reacting to natural disasters. The exercise was held from [--] [--] OCT just as HMAS Adelaide arrived for Operation Render Safe [----]. Upon Adelaides arrival NDMO participants toured the amphibious ship to get a sense of the Australian Defence Forces Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief capabilities. Operation Render Safe [----] is a joint" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=omKxvjAN2PA) 2019-11-06T07:06Z 72.1K followers, [--] engagements "Gifts for RAAF Base Amberley families Every year dozens of volunteers from across RAAF Base Amberley assist No. [--] Squadron (City of Brisbane) with wrapping presents for the children of members who work at the base. This year over [---] gifts were purchased and wrapped as part of the Amberley Christmas Drive. The majority of presents were purchased with sponsorship from a variety of Defence support organisations. The youngest gift recipient was only two weeks old while the eldest was [--] years of age. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=owF-hFpEArs) 2020-12-18T01:42Z 72K followers, [---] engagements "ADF Vanuatu Support #shorts The ADF has quickly mobilised Royal Australian Air Force assets to transport a Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade-led crisis response team and assist with deployment preparations answering the Government of Vanuatu's request for assistance after the [---] magnitude earthquake struck Port Vila on [--] December. #Shorts #YourADF Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pzUG5uQpPss) 2024-12-19T19:00Z 63.2K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Chief of the Defence Force Change of Command Ceremony General Angus J. Campbell AO DSC transferred Command of the Australian Defence Force to Admiral David Johnston AC RAN at a Ceremonial Parade at Russell Offices Canberra on [--] July [----]. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/departmentofdefence/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qLcHLSuQyVE) 2024-07-10T05:31Z 52.9K followers, [----] engagements "Operation Bushfire Assist - ADF continued support The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is continuing support to State and Territory agencies and local communities under Operation Bushfire Assist 19-20. Three Joint Task Forces have been established to facilitate ADF support to emergency services in Victoria New South Wales and South Australia. The ADF is working alongside government and civilian agencies at all levels in support to the firefighting relief and recovery effort by providing humanitarian transport and other assistance such as aviation route clearance logistics veterinary assistance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qNaSZsi4za4) 2020-01-30T00:37Z 39.3K followers, [---] engagements "Exercise Croix Du Sud [----] Force Integration Training New Caledonia At the invitation of the French Armed Forces in New Caledonia (FANC) Australia is contributing over [---] personnel from the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to Exercise Croix Du Sud [----] (CDS). Held in New Caledonia from [--] April to [--] May [----] CDS23 is a multilateral humanitarian and disaster relief (HADR) exercise led by the French Armed Forces in New Caledonia which supports an enduring contribution to HADR operations in the Pacific region. [--] nations will participate in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qmzEpNqY2sY) 2023-05-05T00:14Z 68.8K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Exercise Shaggy Ridge #Shorts Diamonds are made under pressure π Congratulations to the [---] staff cadets from the Royal Military College Duntroon who conquered Exercise Shaggy Ridge a gruelling 96-hour test of endurance ethics and resilience. Pushing through limited food sleep and demanding scenarios these future leaders emerged stronger more adaptable and equipped to tackle the challenges of leadership in a high-pressure environment. #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qyQOkFFYu8g) 2025-03-15T07:00Z 52K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Anzac Day preparation On Anzac Day we mark the landings in Gallipoli of Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) soldiers in [----] and commemorate all Australian personnel who served and died in wars conflicts and peacekeeping operations. We reflect on their courage discipline and self-sacrifice. The Anzac spirit lives on in the hearts and minds of all Australians as we acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who contributed so much to shaping the identity of our nation. Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel across Australia and serving around the world will commemorate" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ra3nikdFRYo) 2025-04-17T00:28Z 54.9K followers, [----] engagements "ADF [--] years of Super Hornets #Shorts Time has flown since the first F/A-18F Super Hornets touched down at π RAAF Base Amberley in [----]. Ushering a new era of air combat capability the Super Hornets have evolved into a vital capability for the Royal Australian Air Force enhancing our presence in the skies. #YourADF #AusAirForce #Short" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=raUkh10mH98) 2025-03-27T07:00Z 75.9K followers, [----] engagements "Land [---] Phase [--] announcement Project LAND [---] Phase [--] will acquire [---] Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles (CRV) to replace the Australian Light Armoured Vehicle (ASLAV). The Phase [--] fleet will include seven variants. On [--] July [----] Defence announced that BAE Systems Australia and Rheinmetall had been shortlisted to participate in the Risk Mitigation Activity which is the second stage of the tender evaluation process. Rheinmetall has offered the Boxer Multi Role Armoured Vehicle integrated with the Rheinmetall Lance turret" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rhbinDwKfsY) 2018-05-29T05:49Z 74.7K followers, [---] engagements "Task Group Taji training Baghdad Fighting School Task Group Taji-6 is conducting a train the trainer course with Iraqi Army Instructors at Baghdad Fighting School Taji Military Complex Iraq. The training combines fundamentals of how to deliver effective lessons as well as refresher on combat skills to pass on to students further enhancing Baghdad Fighting Schools training continuum. More than [---] Australian and [---] New Zealand military personnel are deployed to Iraq on Operation Okra as part of Task Group Taji [--]. They are deployed to train advise and assist members of the Iraqi Security" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rn2ztVIG00Q) 2018-06-03T23:43Z 45.6K followers, [---] engagements "ADF OP Lilia Pacific Games [--] Remembrance Day LCPL Barker Solomon Islands is hosting the Pacific Games in Honiara from [--] November to [--] December [----] with [----] participants (including athletes officials and support staff) from [--] Pacific countries including Australia. At the request of the Solomon Islands Government Australia is deploying additional Australian Federal Police (AFP) and Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel under our Bilateral Security Treaty to support the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) to deliver a safe and secure Pacific Games [----]. ADF personnel will work" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rp26eA5Gs_M) 2023-11-10T05:19Z 39.7K followers, [---] engagements "ADF Operation Render Safe 2024-2 Solomon Islands Here to help An ADF led multi-national Joint Task Group comprised of eight contributing nations has arrived in the Munda Solomon Islands to assist the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force in the reduction of explosive remnants of war (ERW). Over the next two weeks the 250-strong Operation Render Safe 24-2 task group will work together to safely dispose of ERW as well as provide education and training to the people of the Solomon Islands. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rvOltkK18ro) 2024-09-05T05:00Z 65.9K followers, [----] engagements "Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Training On Thursday [--] June [----] Royal Military College (RMC) Cadets conducted Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Training at Majura Training Area. CBRN Training teaches the skills required to safely and effectively prevent respond to and defend against CBRN attacks in military and civil environments. The Cadets completing Third Class experienced exposure to CS Gas conducted a mask canister exchange and completed decontamination procedures to attain the eye-watering qualification. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=s5TfgA_QtIg) 2023-06-21T04:32Z 40.9K followers, 11.8K engagements "ADF Fodder Convoy to Cobargo NSW Relief is on the way for fire affected farmers in Southern News South thanks to the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the South Coast Rural Relief Charity. On 18th January a convoy made up of Army vehicles including next generation heavy transport trucks loaded with feed left Cooma bound for multiple locations across the State. The ADF will provide transport and distribution support to the charity founded by Cobargo farmer George Walters. The Convoy is from the 2nd Engineering Regiment which is part of the NSW ADF Joint Task Force which is assisting State" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sdsWD1-y7CQ) 2020-01-21T00:39Z 52.6K followers, [----] engagements "Multiple Round Simultaneous Impact on Exercise Chau Pha Soldiers from 3rd Brigades 4th Regiment (4 Regt) Royal Australian Artillery deployed to the Townsville Field Training Area have taken part in Exercise Chau Pha. The deployment included airmobile operations with the 5th Aviation Regiment as well as firing a number of unique training serials including Multiple Round Simultaneous Impact (MRSI) and Danger Close missions. Exercise Chau Pha is [--] Regts regimental field exercise that provides engaging technical training to ensure the Regiment is proficient in coordinating offensive support in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=t2EP-_IMbpQ) 2021-06-08T00:29Z 47.6K followers, 48.6K engagements "ADF Op Kudu - Soldiers of Ukraine: Olena Operation Kudu is the Australian Defence Force commitment to the training of Armed Forces of Ukraine personnel in the United Kingdom. Australia has supported the UK-led multinational training mission Operation INTERFLEX under Operation KUDU since January [----] which was expanded in January [----] to include a junior leader training program. Australian Defence Force personnel are delivering infantry training in urban wooded and trench environments. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tAvsuR34wZg) 2025-03-05T01:06Z 43.8K followers, [----] engagements "ADF ASLAV river crossing during Exercise Regional Warfighter #Shorts Bush-bashing Army style π An Australian Army Light Armoured Vehicle (ASLAV) from 2nd Cavalry Regiment conducted a river crossing during Exercise Regional Warfighter at Tully Training Area Queensland. The training exposed troops to operating in the jungle while dismounted as well as understanding the complexities of operating mounted in armoured vehicles in the density of jungle terrain as the ASLAVs need to operate differently depending on the terrain. #AusArmy #TrainedAndReady #Army #YourADF #Military #Shorts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tCiIzG2PzCw) 2024-10-15T20:00Z 70.1K followers, [----] engagements "RAAF Puppies visit Ipswich Hospital Seven Military Working Dog (MWD) puppies from RAAF Base Amberley recently visited children at Ipswich Hospital. In December [----] children from the hospitals Sunshine Ward put forward suggestions for names for the newest litter of Air Force puppies. Each litter of new puppies is given a letter from the alphabet to distinguish them from other litters. This litter of five boys and two girls was designated the letter I so all the puppies names were required to begin with I. Corporal Natasha Falconer from the RAAF Security and Fire School Breeding cell at RAAF" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tGRYLF5r0EM) 2019-01-24T22:21Z 53.2K followers, [---] engagements "ADF Exercise Puk Puk - Lombrum Naval Base #ausarmy sappers from the 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment joined engineers and tradespeople from the British Army and Papua New Guinea Defence Force for Exercise Puk Puk at Lombrum Naval Base in Papua New Guinea. Exercise Puk Puk is an annual engineering activity intended to strengthen ties between the Australian Defence Force and the PNGDF building capability and relationships as well as providing infrastructure. #youradf Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tg4PCv9j970) 2023-09-22T00:27Z 50.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Operation Alfred Assist Army Personnel deploy to Northern NSW Australian Army soldiers from 8th/9th Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment departing Gallipoli Barracks in Brisbane on Friday [--] March [----] to assist in the response efforts to Tropical Cyclone Alfred in northern New South Wales. The Australian Defence Force is working closely with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Queensland and New South Wales state emergency authorities and the Queensland and NSW governments to support the planning and response to TC Alfred. Defence is ready to provide high-clearance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=th_y4epGBJM) 2025-03-11T03:45Z 44.3K followers, [----] engagements "ADF 2nd Cavalry Regiment put to the test during Beersheba Cup [----] #shorts Soldiers from #AusArmy's 2nd Cavalry Regiment put their skills to the test during Beersheba Cup [----] at Lavarack Barracks Townsville. Over a 72-hour period the soldiers conducted arduous live fire serials fitness training section attacks and tactical combat casualty care. #AusArmy #YourADF Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uRnjtwRrZLY) 2024-08-16T21:00Z 70.4K followers, [----] engagements "Air and amphibious assault - Exercise Alon wraps up #shorts Our troops have successfully conducted Exercise Alon the most significant largest and most complex activity the ADF has ever undertaken with the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) with support from Marine Rotational Force-Darwinwell done to all Multiple ships aircraft and about [----] personnel including [----] from the ADF [----] from the AFP and [---] US Marines participated in the exercise in the Philippines during August. Watch the full video β‘ https://youtu.be/TclFUjNCldo #youradf #ausarmy #ausnavy #ausairforce #IPE23" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uaIqiaz-DOg) 2023-09-05T02:20Z 70.8K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Wrapping up [----] Exercise Balikatan #Defence #Shorts And that's a wrap for this year's Exercise Balikatan Approximately [---] ADF members took off to the Philippines to participate in the annual trilateral exercise which has been designed to enhance military cooperation and readiness Australia has a longstanding relationship with the Philippines and the United States dating back to the Second World War that has contributed to regional security and stability and has participated in Balikatan since [----]. #YourADF #AusArmy #ShortsWant even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uhJAyVXjtug) 2024-05-20T22:00Z 70.2K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Richmond Airshow - C130J Piliot Exerience Over the weekend of [--] and [--] September [----] the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Richmond opened its gates to the Hawkesbury community to deliver the RAAF Richmond Airshow [----]. The community event featured both flying and ground displays showcasing a range of people and military equipment from across the Australian Defence Force. The RAAF Richmond Airshow [----] was held in consultation with the Hawkesbury City Council and local government. It was an opportunity for Air Force to build on the relationship with surrounding communities and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ukv-ojzTEmQ) 2025-09-29T05:11Z 76.2K followers, [----] engagements "ADF ADF Touch Football make their mark in PNG Australian Defence Force (ADF) Sport carried out a training program for sport officials in Port Moresby PNG for touch football from 22-24 September [----]. The program included the instruction of level one coaching umpiring strength and conditioning first aid and wellbeing. As part of the program ADF touch football teams played against PNG Defence Force teams. The program is part of the Australian Government Team-Up program. #youradf Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=v99A3ZsDW3c) 2023-10-01T00:00Z 39.6K followers, [---] engagements "Advise and Assist Team in Iraq The Task Group Taji-7 Advise and Assist team has been assisting the North Baghdad Operations Centre (NBOC) with the planning and conduct of operations in the area surrounding the Taji Military Complex and the northern approaches to Baghdad. The team helped NBOC staff devise a plan for 59th Brigade clearance operations in the Al Tarmiyah area and has been monitoring its progress. Iraqi Army soldiers from 59th Brigade completed a ten week training package with Task Group Taji in August and returned a week later to the front line to provide security and clear the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vDNc4KYzZeY) 2018-11-15T23:43Z 66K followers, [--] engagements "C-17 Delivers Generators to Norfolk Island On 18-19 July [----] the Royal Australian Air Force delivered three power generators to the community of Norfolk Island. Using the C-17A Globemaster aircraft from No. [--] Squadron the generators were flown the [----] kilometre journey and unloaded at Norfolk Island airport. The Globemaster aircraft is well suited to these types of missions able to carry unusual loads and can land on short and semi-prepared airfields. An Air Force Mobile Air Load Team was also onboard the aircraft to assist with the unload and delivery of the generators The generators" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vExoK74l_HM) 2018-07-20T04:02Z 73.5K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Arafura joins the Fleet On Saturday [--] June [----] Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) Arafura was Commissioned into service in a ceremony at Fremantle Western Australia. HMAS Arafura is the first of class and will now operate as His Majestys Australian Ship (HMAS). A further five OPVs will be brought into service with the first two built at Osborne Naval Shipyard and a further four constructed at Henderson Western Australia. Together with the evolved Cape Class Patrol Boats the vessels will play a key role in Navys contribution to the nations fisheries protection as well as immigration customs" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vbJ2QGpFHIA) 2025-07-02T04:34Z 76.2K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Anzac Day message from deployed personnel Anzac Day message from deployed personnel. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/departmentofdefence/ X: https://twitter.com/DefenceAust Website: https://www.defence.gov.au/ ABOUT DEFENCE AUSTRALIA To defend Australia and its national interests in order to advance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=w73PdPapmzU) 2025-04-24T05:03Z 55K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Australian Army soldiers on Operation Kudu Australian Army soldiers have been working hard conducting training with members from the Armed Forces of Ukraine during Operation Kudu in the πUnited Kingdom. The training has been a great opportunity to exchange ideas and strengthen our relationship. π€ The ADF stands in solidarity with Ukraine following Russias full-scale invasion. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wFRcwUmw24s) 2024-10-01T01:08Z 74.3K followers, 12.1K engagements "The Final Assault - Talisman Sabre [----] Weve put together the best of Exercise Talisman Sabre [----] (TS21). If you enjoyed the action-packed scenes of amphibious landings urban assaults and parachute drops all set against the backdrop of Queenslands coastline and regional towns our final video is one to watch. Held every two years TS21 is the largest bilateral training activity between Australia and the United States. In addition TS21 involves participating forces from Canada Japan the Republic of Korea New Zealand and the United Kingdom. The story of TS21 is one of mate-ship and resilience" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wHWkgda0SkE) 2021-08-09T07:10Z 66.7K followers, 65.6K engagements "Beersheba War Cemetery commemorative service On Tuesday [--] October [----] the Australian Defence Force participated in the Battle of Beersheba and Sinai-Palestine Campaign Centenary Service held at the Beersheba War Cemetery in Israel a joint Australian and New Zealand service to honour those who fought in the Battle of Beersheba in [----]. The Battle of Beersheba took place on [--] October [----]. It was part of the wider British offensive known as the third Battle of Gaza. The Battle of Beersheba was a significant all-day battle where the famous mounted charge of the 4th Light Horse Brigade led to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wKUtOlp9N5c) 2019-08-21T02:01Z 66K followers, [---] engagements "United States Marines & ADF join forces in Exercise Koolendong [----] Australian Defence Force and United States Marines conduct Exercise Koolendong [----] at Bradshaw Field Training Area Northern Territory. Exercise Koolendong [----] is the largest combined exercise in the 10-year history of Marine Rotational Force - Darwin with capabilities and personnel from the Australian Army Royal Australian Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force linking with the United States Marine Corps in the Northern Territorys Bradshaw Field Training Area. More here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wLpkkA1N3NA) 2021-09-01T08:35Z 50.6K followers, 10.8K engagements "ADF Exercise Bersama Lima [----] - HMAS Ballarat Combined Naval Gunfire Support HMAS Ballarat and Republic of Singapore Victory-class Corvette RSS Vigilance conducted a combined Naval Gunfire Support activity during Exercise Bersama Lima [--]. Exercise Bersama Lima [----] (BL25) is an annual Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) exercise taking place from [--] September [--] October [----] in Malaysia Singapore and the FPDA exercise area including the South China Sea. A contingent of around [---] ADF personnel deployed to work alongside other FPDA nations Malaysia New Zealand Singapore and the United" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wavcAC0HqNQ) 2025-10-08T01:36Z 76K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Exercise Bersama Shield - C-27J Spartan In April [----] a contingent of approximately [---] Australian Defence Force personnel including HMAS Sydney and a RAAF C-27J Spartan aircraft deployed to Malaysia to conduct Exercise BERSAMA SHIELD [----] (BS25). BS25 is an annual training exercise conducted by nations of the Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) Australia Malaysia New Zealand Singapore and the United Kingdom. BS25 aims to enhance interoperability and strengthen the professional relationships of FPDA nations through the conduct of combined joint maritime land and air operations in a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xWwLoErieS0) 2025-04-22T06:51Z 54.9K followers, [----] engagements "Exercise Capital OTP - 3rd Battalion & 2nd Cavalry Regiment prep for Talisman Sabre [----] #shorts Tanks and infantry fought side by side against a fictional enemy in a training activity that developed an efficient and lethal combined arms team. πͺ π« M1A1 Abrams tanks from the 2nd Cavalry Regiment (2CAV) and mechanised infantry from the 3rd Battalion Royal Australian Regiment (3RAR) worked together in the field to hone their warfighting craft during Exercise Capital OTP. #youradf #ausarmy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xi8I4RbW0LI) 2023-06-29T22:00Z 68.7K followers, 99.3K engagements "ADF Exercise Diamond Run concludes Australian Army personnel from Brisbanes 7th Brigade and other supporting elements from throughout Army the Royal Australian Air Force Royal Australian Navy and New Zealand Defence Force conducted Exercise Diamond Run from 10-20 August [----] at Shoalwater Bay Training Area. The exercise tested the Brigades ability to rapidly deploy defeat a well-equipped enemy survive and fight through simulated attacks from chemical weapons. The New Zealand Army sent infantry logistics and catering personnel. This demonstration of an integrated 'Anzac' force was an important" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xi_l_Xn2_94) 2024-09-12T21:00Z 65.4K followers, [----] engagements "ADF and US Marines in Combined Task Force Ginan - Exercise Koolendong [----] Australian Defence Force and United States Marines conduct Exercise Koolendong [----] at Bradshaw Field Training Area Northern Territory. Exercise Koolendong [----] is the largest combined exercise in the 10-year history of Marine Rotational Force - Darwin with capabilities and personnel from the Australian Army Royal Australian Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force linking with the United States Marine Corps in the Northern Territorys Bradshaw Field Training Area. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xtx8kAflkA0) 2021-09-10T10:37Z 69K followers, 10.4K engagements "Defence staff boost medical skills with hospital partnership The Australian Defence Force has partnered with John Hunter Hospital (JHH) in Newcastle to enhance the clinical skills of Air Force doctors nurses medical technicians and radiologists. Under the Joint Health Command led Clinical Placement Deed arrangement with Hunter New England Local Health District No. [--] Expeditionary Health Squadron (2EHS) Williamtown staff conduct routine placements at JHH the main teaching hospital for the University of Newcastle. The Clinical Placements play a vital role in Air Force medical staff maintaining" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xuSd5nscUl0) 2021-05-19T02:40Z 75.9K followers, [---] engagements "ADF CDF Visits Operation Kudu The Chief of the Defence Force Admiral David Johnson AC RAN visited Australian Army and Armed Forces of Ukraine soldiers on Operation Kudu in the United Kingdom. Operation Kudu is the Australian Defence Force's commitment to the training of Armed Forces of Ukraine personnel. Australia has supported the UK-led multinational training mission Operation INTERFLEX under Operation KUDU since January [----] which was expanded in January [----] to include a junior leader training program. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=y3zWg99FMRk) 2024-10-08T05:32Z 45.4K followers, 11.2K engagements "ADF HMAS Toowoomba prepares for Regional Presence Deployment The Royal Australian Navy is undertaking a Regional Presence Deployment in Southeast and Northeast Asia. During the deployment HMA Ships Brisbane Stalwart and Toowoomba will conduct training exercises and other engagements with Australias regional partners. Regional Presence Deployments demonstrate Australias commitment to and engagement with the region. The deployments play a vital role in Australias long-term security and prosperity by protecting Australias interests preserving a rules-based order enhancing cooperation and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=y9eXYNcTEss) 2023-09-28T01:55Z 52.9K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Through adversity to the stars - Aircraftman Mausam Ghaley Aircraftman Mausam Ghaley was born in Bhutan and spent most of his youth in a refugee camp in neighbouring Nepal before fleeing to Australia with his mother. He joined Air Force in [----] completing his initial employment training at the RAAF Security and Fire School at RAAF Base Amberley in Queensland. During a speech at his graduation from the Air Base Protection Course AC Ghaley shared his refugee story with the audience. His story of hope and resilience in the face of adversity has since gone on to be shared with the general" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yKop7KUFei8) 2024-07-24T05:00Z 39.7K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Chief of the Defence Force Admiral David Johnston Anzac Day [----] On Anzac Day we mark the landings in Gallipoli of Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) soldiers in [----] and commemorate all Australian personnel who served and died in wars conflicts and peacekeeping operations. We reflect on their courage discipline and self-sacrifice. The Anzac spirit lives on in the hearts and minds of all Australians as we acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who contributed so much to shaping the identity of our nation. Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel across Australia and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yLBgbqsDIm0) 2025-04-22T06:57Z 55.2K followers, [----] engagements "ADF 3RAR Sniper Course Urban Training #Shorts Locked loaded and laser-focused π― Physical prowess marksmanship firing from a concealed position without detection stalking navigation judging distance camouflage and concealment were tested during a Sniper Course conducted by soldiers from 3rd Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment. Watch the full video β‘ https://youtu.be/3qB2GdlwPzY #youradf #ausarmy #training" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yM48nLvBhqI) 2023-10-22T20:00Z 39.7K followers, [----] engagements "Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicle capability pushed to the limit The 2nd/ 14th Light Horse Regiment completed capability testing of their Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles (CRV) at the Townsville Field Training Area. They live-fired their MAG-58 machine guns the new digitised 30mm Main Turret and smoke canisters from their Grenade Launching System on the range. The Boxer CRV crews also honed their vehicle craft through rugged terrain and fighting against a theoretical enemy across the landscape. This was the first activity where they could fully test their transition training from the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ybb2Nc7dYqY) 2021-10-07T04:03Z 76.2K followers, 56.8K engagements "ADF Exercise Balikatan [----] Around [---] Australian Defence Force personnel have arrived in the Philippines to participate in the 40th iteration of Exercise BALIKATAN from [--] April to [--] May [----]. Held annually BALIKATAN is designed to enhance military interoperability and readiness in support of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines. The ADF contingent includes conventional and special forces from the Australian Army and Royal Australian Air Force exercising tactical air components coastal defence and security sustainment medical support and multinational" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ynPn3kA8GkM) 2025-05-16T04:43Z 75.2K followers, 17K engagements "Australia delivers military assistance to the Ukrainian Government Australia has joined international allies and partners in providing military assistance to the Government of Ukraine following Russias senseless and illegal invasion of Ukraine sovereignty. Royal Australian Air Force transport aircraft are assisting with the transportation of the critical humanitarian and defensive supplies. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClms. Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustr." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ynaWfGOTKog) 2022-03-10T05:11Z 68.3K followers, [----] engagements "Exercise Silicon Brolga #Shorts That's gun π« Go behind the scenes with 3rd Brigade during live-fire activities featuring an 81mm mortar and a mounted MAG58 Machine Gun as part of Exercise Silicon Brolga. Personnel also conducted an urban-breaching serial which involved setting explosives on the door of the compound safely blowing the door off its hinges then entering the building to neutralise a notional threat. #Shorts #YourADF" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=z6HwqJS4owA) 2023-03-16T20:00Z 45.6K followers, [----] engagements "ADF Exercise Brolga Run [----] The Australian Armys 3rd Brigade deployed to the Townsville Field Training Area and Ingham to conduct Exercise Brolga Run. Exercise Brolga Run [----] is a multilateral combined arms exercise involving capabilities and personnel from the Australian Defence Force US Army and Marine Corps Papua New Guinea Defence Force and Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force. #youradf #ausarmy Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zLQipqzn6u0) 2024-06-16T00:30Z 70.1K followers, [----] engagements "ADF The ADF takes on Thanksgiving #shorts HMAS Brisbane ships company celebrated Thanksgiving on the flight deck of the ship while undertaking a five-month interchangeability deployment in the US. This enabled Australian and US ships and squadrons to integrate fully into each others fleet and operate seamlessly. πͺβ #YourADF #AusNavy #StrongerTogether Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zzxsJYSOBgY) 2024-12-02T20:00Z 73.5K followers, [----] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"ADF Austalian Army [--] RAR Training Wewak #AusArmy's 1st Battalion The Royal Australian Regiments [--] Platoon deployed to Wewak Papua New Guinea for training with the Papua New Guinea Defence Forces 2nd Battalion Royal Pacific Islands Regiment. During the first week [--] Platoon delivered tactical combat casualty care training on Moem Barracks. The training equipped soldiers with life-saving skills and knowledge essential for battlefield medical care. #YourADF #Shorts #AusArmy #YourADF"
YouTube Link 2024-05-04T21:00Z 83.7K followers, 7.8M engagements
"ADF Basic Sniper Pre-Selection Course in Townsville #Shorts Soldiers from 3rd Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment participated in the Basic Sniper Pre-Selection Course at Lavarack Barracks Townsville. The course was conducted over six days and covered elements expected from an #AusArmy sniper such as day and night navigation judging distance observation lanes camouflage and concealment whilst under physical fatigue. Out of the [--] soldiers that participated in the pre-selection course [--] will advance to the Basic Sniper Course commencing July [--]. #YourADF #Shorts Want even more videos like"
YouTube Link 2024-06-30T21:30Z 83.7K followers, 18.7K engagements
"ADF Amongst the action of Exercise Austral Shield @AustralianArmyHQ soldiers the 11th Brigade are in full assault mode against an enemy position during Exercise Austral Shield. π₯ This intense exercise ensures #YourADF is always ready to respond swiftly to any domestic security threat. π Happening across northern Australia in Cairns Derby (WA) Darwin and Christmas Island. Stay tuned and dont miss the action as it wraps up on [--] July [----] #OurPeople #YourADF"
YouTube Link 2024-07-30T21:30Z 83.7K followers, 37.9K engagements
"ADF Direct Fire Support Weapons Course Members from the 1st Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment undertook a Direct Fire Support Weapons course on Lavarack Barracks and in the Townsville Field Training Area to test the soldiers mental and physical robustness ability to work as part of a team and ultimately hone their skills on heavy and anti-armour weapons. The training took place in different conditions including at night with illumination rounds being used to support a heavy machine gun assault. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2025-12-19T03:10Z 83.7K followers, 29K engagements
"ADF Rifle Company Butterworth [---] On [--] February [----] [---] members of Charlie Company the 1st Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment and supporting elements deployed to Malaysia as part of the 147th rotation of Rifle Company Butterworth (RCB). The Australian Defence Force has deployed rotations of soldiers to RCB for fifty-five years offering an invaluable training opportunity with a focus on jungle warfighting tactics. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2025-05-05T05:31Z 83.7K followers, 20.6K engagements
"ADF Pressure What Pressure β #Shorts Exercise Red Flag Nellis 26-1 is underway but the air combat you see above starts with the grit below. On the tarmac our Royal Australian Air Force technicians are the ones making mission-ready look easy. No ground power No air power. Its that simple. #YourADF #AusAirForce #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T06:00Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Navys largest exercise concludes in the top end Australias largest maritime warfare exercise Kakadu [----] has come to a successful close in the port of Darwin. The 16th iteration of the exercise featured warships from over ten nations maritime patrol aircraft from five nations and [----] armed forces personnel. Consisting of two phases the exercise included a harbour phase with planning briefings sports and cultural events and a sea phase including the full spectrum of maritime warfare from constabulary operations through to high end anti-submarine and anti-air warfare. The exercise also"
YouTube Link 2024-09-24T21:00Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Exercise Southern Jackaroo #Shorts The largest iteration of Exercise Southern Jackaroo has kicked off bringing together over [----] soldiers from Townsvilles 3rd Brigade and force elements from the: US Marine Corps Japan Ground Self Defense Force Malaysian Armed Forces Papua New Guinea Defence Force Republic of Korea Army Held throughout π North Queensland the exercise will challenge soldiers in various environments traversing hundreds of kilometers by road and air to secure population centres defending and attacking against a robust enemy force. The exercise highlights the ADFs readiness"
YouTube Link 2025-06-03T08:00Z 83.7K followers, 35.4K engagements
"ADF Australian Army Duke of Gloucester Cup Obstacle Course #Shorts Friday energy π€ͺ Throwback to our soldiers during the Duke of Gloucester Cupan annual competition to test the warfighting skills of infantry soldiers. πͺ In case your wondering soldiers may call out 'check height' and touch the top of a tunnel during an obstacle course so they don't hit their heads. #SafetyFirst #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2024-10-11T01:11Z 83.7K followers, 73.1K engagements
"ADF Best of Army [----] #Shorts Did you miss any of these brilliant shots from this year π· LCPL Caitlyn Davill CPL Johnny Huang CPL Cameron Pegg CPL Adam Abela Sig Andrew Foote CPL Gregory Scott CAPT Chloe Ellwood CAPT Brittany Evans SGT Dustin Anderson LSIS Susan Mossop CPL Luke Bellman LCPL Luke Donegan LSIS Shaun Chatfield Sig Andrew Foote & PTE C #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-12-22T04:13Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Australian Army urban ops live-fire range #Shorts POV shots fired β‘ For the first time infantry soldiers will have access to a purpose-made urban operations live-fire range following the construction of the deployable austere shoot house (DASH) in Brisbane last month. πͺ This single-story complex has [--] rooms and three hallways allowing for training with rifle and pistol. DASH is a first for conventional Army and the latest urban live-fire range since the 90s and early 2000s when special operations counter-terrorism facilities were built in Perth and Sydney. #YourADF #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2024-04-09T22:00Z 83.7K followers, 170.9K engagements
"ADF Talisman Sabre [----] Exercise Talisman Sabre [----] is being conducted across Australia from [--] July to [--] August. More than [-----] military personnel from [--] nations will participate in Talisman Sabre [----] primarily in Queensland but also in Western Australia the Northern Territory New South Wales and for the first time offshore activities will be conducted in Papua New Guinea. Talisman Sabre is the largest Australia-US bilaterally planned multilaterally conducted exercise and a key opportunity to work with likeminded partners from across the region and around the world. Canada France Fiji"
YouTube Link 2025-07-28T06:31Z 83.7K followers, 127.5K engagements
"ADF Army Aviation Technician Training Australian Army aircraft technicians and avionics technicians undertook initial employment training at RAAF School of Technical Training RAAF Base Wagga [----] The Employment Category Number [---] and [---] courses enable skills development and uplift in critical Defence aviation trades in order to support and sustain ADF capability requirements of Army Aviation fleet platforms UH-60M Sikorsky Black Hawk utility helicopter and Boeing CH-47F Chinook heavy-lift helicopter. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2025-03-12T22:53Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Indo-Pacific Endeavour [--] - Timor-Leste Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australias flagship regional engagement activity. IPE is a practical demonstration of the Australian Governments commitment to a peaceful stable and prosperous region founded on openness respect for sovereignty and adherence to agreed rules and norms. The activity strengthens regional relationships and builds whole-of-government partnerships that are of with and for the region. During IPE25 Defence and other government agencies will conduct activities with host nations across Southeast Asia and the Northeast Indian"
YouTube Link 2025-10-20T04:03Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Night Ops π #Shorts The Australian Army is rebuilding its battlefield aviation capability. Using realistic environments across π NSW soldiers and aviators conducted complex serials equipping them with the essential training required to maintain Armys world-class counter-terrorism response capability. #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-11-22T06:00Z 83.7K followers, 10K engagements
"ADF Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordinance one-year anniversary The one-year anniversary of the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Plan has been marked by the opening of an office in Newcastle dedicated to the $850 million missile manufacturing partnership with Kongsberg Defence Australia. The new Kongsberg office is an important milestone in the partnership which is creating hundreds of jobs in the Hunter and is expected to pump $100 million into the local economy. It will see Australia home to only the second factory in the world and the first outside of Norway to produce the"
YouTube Link 2025-11-10T05:37Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Cavalry comes to grips with jungle conditions Troopers from Alpha Squadron 2nd Cavalry Regiment deployed to Tully North Queensland to participate in Exercise Regional Warfighter [----]. During the 12-day training a series of lessons were conducted on the low-level individual patrol and troop training on how to operate in the jungle. The exercise culminated in a 48-hour squadron level mission scenario where both dismounted and mounted force elements were required. #Youradf #army #ausarmy #military Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2024-10-14T05:09Z 83.6K followers, 19.2K engagements
"ADF 74th Anniversary of the battle of Kapyong Australian Army soldiers from the 3rd Battalion the Royal Australian Regiment (3 RAR) commemorated the 74th anniversary of the battle of Kapyong at Lavarack Barracks on Thursday [--] April [----]. During the Korean War the Battle of Kapyong was fought from [--] to [--] April [----] and is regarded as the most important battle for Australian troops in Korea. The parade recognises the Battalions contribution to the battle of Kapyong where [--] Australians were killed and [--] were wounded while stalling the Chinese advance and preventing Seoul from falling into"
YouTube Link 2025-04-30T00:56Z 83.6K followers, 15.5K engagements
"ADF On lock with Operation Render Safe π£π Last month ADF's Explosive Ordnance Disposal specialists stepped up in π Nauru neutralising a dangerous unexploded ordnance (UXO) at the request of Naurus Government. Under Operation Render Safe the ADF is removing WWII-era explosive remnants across Pacific Island nations keeping communities safe. #YourADF #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-04-08T00:00Z 83.6K followers, 104K engagements
"ADF Exercise ALON [--] Exercise ALON [--] is a bilateral training activity planned and led by the Armed Forces of the Philippines and Australian Defence Force. Conducted from [--] to [--] August it is the largest overseas military exercise for Australia in [----]. Over [----] personnel are participating in Exercise ALON [--] including members of the ADF and AFP as well as elements of the Royal Canadian Navy and the United States Marine Corps Marine Rotation Force Darwin. Exercise ALON [--] demonstrates the strength of the Strategic Partnership between Australia and the Philippines. It allows both nations to"
YouTube Link 2026-01-15T03:06Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Exercise Puk Puk - Brothers in arms and construction in PNG Australian Army Sappers from the 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment and supporting elements forged a contingent alongside engineers from the British Army New Zealand Army Japan Ground Self-Defense Force ( JGSDF) and Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) for Exercise Puk Puk at Igam Barracks Lae Papua New Guinea. Exercise Puk Puk is an annual engineering activity focused on developing international partnerships demonstrating combined engineering effects and delivering meaningful upgrades to defence and community infrastructure. In 2025"
YouTube Link 2025-07-08T05:49Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF 3RAR Sniper urban training Soldiers from 3rd Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment participated in the Sniper Course Module Two at Lavarack Barracks and Townsville Field Training Area Queensland. During Module Two soldiers are tested on their physical prowess marksmanship firing from a concealed position without detection stalking navigation judging distance camouflage and concealment. #YourADF #army #ausarmy Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence:"
YouTube Link 2023-10-18T03:56Z 83.6K followers, 26.1K engagements
"ADF Fourth Regional Presence Deployment for [----] #Shorts π Thats a wrap October Check out HMAS Ballarats port visits patrols and activities captured throughout October while deployed on Regional Presence Deployment 25-4. π₯ LS Connor Morrison #YourADF #AusNavy #RPD25 #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T07:00Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Ready. Drop π₯ #Shorts Australian Army mortarmen from the 5th/7th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment unleashed thunder in the π Philippines during Exercise Kasangga firing 81mm Australian mortars shouldertoshoulder with the Philippine Army's 3rd Infantry Division. #YourADF #AusArmy #StongerTogether #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-11-21T07:00Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Exercises High Sierra and Crimson Dawn Exercise High Sierra [--] is a No. [--] Operational Conversion Unit (2OCU) training exercise held at RAAF Base Townsville and TFTA over the period [--] Nov [--] Dec [--]. The exercise is the final component of the F-35A Lightning II Operational Conversion Course. The course prepares graduates to execute operations away from a main operating base and is an opportunity to participate in large force employment scenarios and to deliver high explosive ordnance into the training range. Exercise Crimson Dawn 25-2 (CD 25-2) will be conducted from [--] Nov [--] Dec [--]. The"
YouTube Link 2025-12-17T05:07Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF The first MC-55A Peregrine arrives in Australia The MC-55A Peregrine is a first-of-type airborne intelligence surveillance reconnaissance and electronic warfare (ISREW) aircraft for the Australian Defence Force (ADF). The first MC-55A arrived in Australia in January [----]. Modelled on the Gulfstream G550 airframe and extensively modified by L3Harris Technologies the MC-55A is a long-range persistent ISREW platform able to deliver multi-intelligence effects.The MC-55A Peregrine will be operated by RAAFs Number [--] Squadron and will be based at RAAF Base Edinburgh in South Australia."
YouTube Link 2026-01-28T03:59Z 83.7K followers, 11.5K engagements
"ADF Royal Australian Navy Clearance Diving Team #shorts Exercise Bersama Lima [----] marked the ADFs first deployment of a Royal Australian Navy Clearance Diving Team to a Five Power Defence Arrangements exercise. The team exercised at Tioman Island Malaysia conducting mine clearance serials. πͺ #Strongertogether #AusNavy Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram:"
YouTube Link 2024-11-12T20:00Z 83.6K followers, 12.4K engagements
"ADF Remembrance Day #Shorts On this day [--] years ago the Unknown Australian Soldier was interred at the Australian War Memorial. He made the final journey home on behalf of all those who did not. Today we remember all Australians who have served our nation. πβ€ #remembranceday2023 #lestweforget #youradf #ausnavy #ausarmy #ausairforce #shorts #AusAirforce #AusArmy #AusNavy #YourADF ADF Adf Air Force Airman Airwoman Armed Forces Army Australian Defence Force Australian Military Defence Australia Defense Exercise HMAS Military Navy Operation RAAF RAN Remembrance Day Sailor Soldier army video aus"
YouTube Link 2023-11-10T22:00Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Royal Australian Navy Initial Training Sailors undertake their initial training at HMAS Cerberus in Victoria before moving on to their job-specific training. At Cerberus you will be supported and encouraged to become the best version of yourself. The aim of the training is to take the strengths and qualities you already possess and build on them while setting you up for a positive career in the Navy as a representative and defender of Australia's security and prosperity. Throughout the course you will experience a blend of physical training practical exercises and classroom learning. The"
YouTube Link 2023-11-02T05:26Z 83.6K followers, 40.5K engagements
"ADF New F60 Bangalore Torpedo On [--] Oct [----] Army Combat Engineers fired the new in-service F60 Bangalore Torpedo munition on a live demolitions range in the Holsworthy Military Training Area during their Subject [--] CPL course at the School of Military Engineering in Holsworthy NSW. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn:"
YouTube Link 2025-11-04T04:43Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Tactical Rope Rescue Training Course Eleven engineers from across Australia gathered in Sydney in June for a two-week Tactical Rope Rescue Instructors Training Course conducted in the Blue Mountains and at Holsworthy Barracks. The training comprised theory sessions and practical rescue scenarios. The course was run by members of the [--] Aviation Regiment Combat Rescue Operators supported by a civilian instructor. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2025-08-08T05:51Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Operation Argos - Intelligence Analyst Operation ARGOS is the ADFs contribution towards the enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCRs) against North Korea. Australia Supports UNSC sanctions through the deployment of Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) maritime patrol aircraft and Royal Australian Navy (RAN) surface vessels. Since [----] Australia has deployed RAAF maritime patrol aircraft [--] times and RAN vessels [--] times in support of the operation. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2025-11-25T22:44Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Operation Accordion Operation Accordion is the Australian Defence Force (ADF) support mission to ADF operations and activities in the Middle East Region. Operation Accordion also enables contingency planning and enhancement of regional relationships. Headquarters Middle East (HQME) oversees Operation Accordion through its support to deployed ADF personnel and assets in the MER. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2025-07-25T06:02Z 83.6K followers, 19.8K engagements
"ADF Army UH-60M Black Hawk fleet #Shorts Black Hawk update π£ Since landing in [----] Army aviators and soldiers have clocked over [----] hours in intense platform and special operations training pushing our rapid-response capabilities to new heights. As part of the introduction into service activities aircraft and crew have conducted: π Helicopter insertion and extraction training π Special Operations training activities π First of Class Flight Trials with the RAN. With counter-terrorism drills coming up across Sydney this milestone preps us to meet every challengebe it domestic emergencies"
YouTube Link 2024-10-30T20:00Z 83.6K followers, 17.6K engagements
"ADF Chief of Joint Operations End of Year Message [----] Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/departmentofdefence/ X: https://twitter.com/DefenceAust Website: https://www.defence.gov.au/ ABOUT DEFENCE AUSTRALIA To defend Australia and its national interests in order to advance Australias security and prosperity."
YouTube Link 2025-12-15T23:45Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Exercise Hardcorps [----] On [--] April the latest cohort to pass through Long Tan Platoon at the School of Infantry underwent Exercise Hardcorps the culminating activity marking the end of their training at the School. After three and a half months of training the exercise is designed to test soldiers mental and physical readiness with skills that they developed from their course before to become a qualified infantry soldier. In sections the members set off from midnight undertaking a variety of stands where they were assessed and observed before finally being presented their Skippy badge"
YouTube Link 2024-06-26T00:27Z 83.6K followers, 41.6K engagements
"ADF Operation Resolute [----] Vigilance in the top end ADF assigned to Operation Resolute have been out in remote coastal areas of the Northern Territory conducting reconnaissance and surveillance patrols detecting illegal activity within the Australian Exclusive Economic Zone. Safeguarding Australias maritime approaches offshore territories and boarders is essential for Australias national security. ADF remains committed to providing highly capable surveillance forces to support whole of government efforts to protect Australias borders and offshore maritime interests. Want even more videos"
YouTube Link 2023-11-08T03:16Z 83.6K followers, 14.6K engagements
"ADF Military Skills Competition and Infantry Concentration Course The 7th Brigade Military Skills Competition held at Gallipoli Barracks Enoggera brought together teams from across 7th Brigade along with a New Zealand Army team to compete in a series of challenging stands designed to test military skills endurance and teamwork. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram:"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T23:19Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Combat Engineer Vehicles #Shorts Testing out the new vehicles π Soldiers from the Australian Army's 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment conducted ploughing with the new combat engineering vehicles at π Puckapunyal Military Area Victoria. #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-06-16T08:00Z 83.6K followers, 18.1K engagements
"ADF Excerise Bardia - Combat Engineer Initial Employment Training On [--] June [----] the latest cohort to undergo Combat Engineer Initial Employment Training at the School of Military Engineering successfully completed Exercise Bardia the culminating activity marking the end of their training at the School. After months of training the exercise is designed to test soldiers readiness with skills developed from their course to become qualified Combat Engineers. The week of the exercise saw trainees practice field skills section patrols clearance of hostile zones explosives hazard reduction"
YouTube Link 2024-08-04T05:00Z 83.6K followers, 16.9K engagements
"ADF Heavy Armoured Capability on Display The 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment conducted the first live fire serial of the new platforms M1150 Assault Breacher Vehicle (ABV) Joint Assault Bridge (JAB) and M58 Mine Clearing Line Charge system (MICLIC). The MICLIC system clears pathways through minefields by rocket launching an explosive-filled line charge that detonates to destroy buried mines. The ABV is used to clear minefields and obstacles creating safe paths for other vehicles and troops. Based on the M1 Abrams tank chassis the ABV is equipped with a front-mounted mine plow a dozer blade and a"
YouTube Link 2025-10-13T05:08Z 83.6K followers, 15.3K engagements
"ADF Exercise Orient Shield [----] Exercise Orient Shield is the largest annual field training and live fire exercise between the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) and the US Army with over [----] participants each year. In [----] the Australian Army participated in Exercise Orient Shield for the first time with approximately [---] Australian Army soldiers and officers deploying to Sekiyama Training area in the Niigata Prefecture Japan for the 10-day exercise in September [----]. The Australian Army contingent from 3rd Brigades 1st Battalion Royal Australian Regiment and 2nd Brigade supported by"
YouTube Link 2025-09-25T05:26Z 83.6K followers, 15.5K engagements
"ADF Armidale Class Patrol Boats "The Last Ride" Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/departmentofdefence/ X: https://twitter.com/DefenceAust Website: https://www.defence.gov.au/ ABOUT DEFENCE AUSTRALIA To defend Australia and its national interests in order to advance Australias security and prosperity. ADF"
YouTube Link 2025-12-05T01:50Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Delivering the Future Defence Estate The Australian Government released Delivering the Future Estate: Defence Estate Audit Report on [--] February [----] setting out a plan to deliver a more capability orientated secure modern and sustainable Defence estate. In response to the [----] Defence Strategic Review an independent enterprise-wide audit was conducted to assess whether the estate meets Defences contemporary operational and capability requirements now and in the future. The Report made a series of findings and recommendations laying bare that the Defence estate is not fit for purpose. The"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T23:53Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Defence displays wow Perth Royal Show Australian Defence Force personnel from 13th Brigade HMAS Stirling and No.79 Squadron participated in the [----] Perth Royal Show connecting with the Western Australian community and showcasing tri-service capability. Highlights included a RAAF Hawk [---] flyover dynamic capability demonstrations by Army personnel and interactive displays featuring Navy Army and Air Force members. Visitors engaged with Defence personnel explored equipment and learned more about careers and community initiatives. Defences presence at the Show reflects its strong commitment"
YouTube Link 2025-10-15T05:42Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Sniper Pre-Selection Course - Fitness Training - Australian Army #Shorts Fighting fit πͺ Soldiers from the 3rd Battalion the Royal Australian Regiment participated in fitness training during the Sniper Pre-Selection course at Townsville Field Training Area Queensland. #AusArmy #Sniper #trainedandready #ReadyToFight #Readiness #ReadyNow #ArmyInMotion #GoodSoldiering #AustralianArmy #ArmyLife #YourADF sniper training sniper army training army sniper training sniper army training army"
YouTube Link 2023-06-30T21:00Z 83.6K followers, 1.9M engagements
"ADF Logistics Officer basic course resilience training day Army Logistic Training Centres Human Factors Cell held a Resilience Training Day mid-year for Army School of Logistic Operations Logistics Officer Basic Course (LOBC) [--] of Armys newest leaders. The day was split into three activities; stress response training in the Latchford Barracks pool a team raft building and problem solving activity and multiple dry-land problem solving and fitness games. The course follows the Experiential Learning Cycle aiming to develop teamwork communication leadership and stress management. Want even more"
YouTube Link 2025-10-29T04:13Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Army Aviators on UK Apache Helicopter Exchange Australia will acquire a fleet of [--] new AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopters as part of the Land [----] AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopter Project. To support the transition to the AH-64E Apache fleet Australian Army aviators are on exchange with the British Army to gain experience maintaining the aircraft. AH-64E Apache deliveries to Australia are expected to commence in late [----]. The Tiger Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter capability will continue to meet Defence requirements until it is withdrawn from service by [----]. Want even more videos like"
YouTube Link 2024-09-09T05:00Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Fast Jets: Inbound π¬ #Shorts RAAF Base Townsville is gearing up for Exercises Crimson Dawn 25-2 and High Sierra. These conversion courses will test and qualify the upcoming batch of RAAF aircrew assigned to operate F/A18F Super Hornet and F-35A Lightning II-aircraft. Stay tuned π #YourADF #AusAirForce #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-11-23T04:00Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Australian Army prepare the guns #Shorts Prepping the guns Gunners from the 4th Regiment Royal Australian Artillery carry a round for a fire mission at Townsville field training area Queensland. πͺ Stay tuned for the explosion π #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2024-03-26T21:00Z 83.6K followers, 25.5K engagements
"ADF Engineer Regimental Officer Basic Course Culminator Over [--] new Army officers from Australia New Zealand Fiji and Papua New Guinea have graduated from School of Military Engineering following their culminating activity for their Regimental Officer Basic Course (ROBC) [--] July to [--] August [----] at Holsworthy Barracks New South Wales. Exercise Kokoda is the culminating activity of the eight-month course putting their learnings to the test covering a range of objectives based on real world scenarios. The combat engineers are responsible for enabling the Army to move and fight employing"
YouTube Link 2024-08-27T21:00Z 83.6K followers, 11.7K engagements
"Building up Infantry resilience - Exercise Hardcorps Exercise Hardcorps is the hardest test for soldiers at the School of Infantry. During the exercise sections competed in stands that tested their mental and physical fitness including a 20km pack march bayonet assault course casualty evacuation and a 25-metre range shoot. It's a way of building up resilience by pushing them through mental and physical limits that make them ready for warfighting. The culmination of the exercise is celebrated by earning the Skippy Badge for their hat puggaree which symbolises they are ready to move into their"
YouTube Link 2021-12-13T05:17Z 83.5K followers, 109.6K engagements
"ADF Flying onwards and upwards together Operation Gateway is Australia's enduring contribution to the preservation of regional security and stability in Southeast Asia. The Australian Defence Force provides maritime surveillance patrols in the North Indian Ocean and South China Sea. Operation Gateway helps maintain the bilateral Defence relationship between Australia and Malaysia. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2026-01-05T04:16Z 83.7K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF Heavy weapons return to 2nd Division #armyreserve Army Reservists from across the 2nd (Australian) Division undertook a Direct Fire Support Weapons course in the Singleton Military Area during September [----]. Soldiers received training on Heavy Machine Guns the 84mm Medium Direct Fire Support Weapon and Javelin Weapon System. The course supported the Land Combat Capability Review and aided in developing a new capability across the Division. #youradf Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1"
YouTube Link 2023-10-04T23:56Z 83.6K followers, 12.9K engagements
"ADF Urban operations central to South Queensland Warfighter More than [----] soldiers from Brisbanes 7th Brigade together with force elements from the British Army New Zealand Army Republic of Fiji Armed Forces and His Majestys Armed Forces (Tonga) participated in the South Queensland Warfighter Exercise from [--] June [--] July [----]. The exercise rehearsed the ADFs readiness to defend Australia and its interests showcased Armys transformation to an integrated and focused force enhanced Armys long-standing and persistent partnerships and interoperability with partner-nation forces and demonstrated"
YouTube Link 2025-07-04T04:01Z 83.6K followers, 22.6K engagements
"ADF School of Health The Australian Defence Force School of Health (ADFSH) is located at Latchford Barracks Bonegilla and is a joint training establishment under the Army Logistic Training Centre. It delivers Initial Employment Training specialist health training and select career promotion courses to all ranks. ADFSH includes two sub-units; the Medical Technician Wing (MTW) and Health Specialist Wing (HSW). MTW is responsible for the Initial Employment Training of all Defence Medical Technicians. Medics follow the 69-week curriculum Joint Medic Course (JMED) which provides the skills"
YouTube Link 2025-06-18T06:09Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Exercise ALON [----] - Combat Engineers Exercise ALON [--] is a bilateral training activity planned and led by the Armed Forces of the Philippines and Australian Defence Force and is the largest overseas military exercise for Australia in [----]. Conducted from [--] to [--] August [----] Exercise ALON [--] will involve approximately [----] personnel from the Philippines and Australia as well as participants from the United States Marine Corps and Royal Canadian Navy. Exercise ALON [--] demonstrates the strength of Australia and the Philippines partnership and allows both nations to practice multi-domain"
YouTube Link 2025-09-02T04:55Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Exercise Black Cutlass Soldiers from 2nd Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment conducted Exercise Black Cutlass at Townsville Field Training Area and Cowley Beach Training Area in April and May [----]. The certification exercise involved small boat operations and reconnaissance culminating in clearance of an enemy position in a jungle environment. Supported by 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment 10th Force Support Battalion 5th Aviation Regiment and 7th Signal Regiment Exercise Black Cutlass ensured the battalion can continue to provide contingency forces. Want even more videos like this"
YouTube Link 2025-08-19T05:24Z 83.6K followers, 17K engagements
"ADF First AH-64E Apaches arrive in Australia The Australian Army's first two AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopters were delivered to the 16th Aviation Brigade at RAAF Base Townsville on Sunday [--] September [----]. Defence is acquiring a fleet of [--] AH- 64E Apache Attack Helicopters through a Foreign Military Sales case with the United States as part of the Project Land [----] Apache Attack Helicopter. The AH-64E Apache will replace the Tiger Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter bringing significant capability improvements that will enhance the lethality and tempo of land and amphibious force manoeuvres."
YouTube Link 2025-10-07T03:58Z 83.6K followers, 31.7K engagements
"ADF Life on Board USS Pearl Harbor #Shorts π’ USS Pearl Harbor docks in Australian Army Reservist PTE Miella Sartori is one of five ADF personnel on board performing with a multi-national band throughout the region as part of the Pacific Partnership 2025's community outreach. Now in its 21st iteration the Pacific Partnership series is run by the US Navy and is the largest annual multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific. #YourADF #StrongerTogether #PacificPartnership2025 #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-08-05T08:00Z 83.6K followers, 22.1K engagements
"ADF Combat Health Support to SQ Warfighter Exercise More than [----] soldiers from Brisbanes 7th Brigade together with force elements from the British Army New Zealand Army Republic of Fiji Armed Forces and His Majestys Armed Forces (Tonga) participated in the South Queensland Warfighter Exercise from [--] June [--] July [----]. The exercise rehearsed the ADFs readiness to defend Australia and its interests showcased Armys transformation to an integrated and focused force enhanced Armys long-standing and persistent partnerships and interoperability with partner-nation forces and demonstrated the role"
YouTube Link 2025-10-15T05:45Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF MQ-28A Ghost Bat air-to-air missile launch Trial Kareela 25-4 was a demonstration of a Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) employing an air-to-air weapon against an aerial target in an operationally relevant scenario. Taking place at RAAF Base Woomera in South Australia from [--] November to [--] December [----] the MQ-28A teamed with an E-7A Wedgetail as a loyal wingman supported by an F/A-18F Super Hornet. Ground coordination was provided by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and Defence industry personnel. On [--] December [----] the MQ-28A successfully engaged and destroyed a target drone"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T05:36Z 83.7K followers, 13.4K engagements
"ADF Exercise ALON [----] Concludes Exercise ALON [--] is a bilaterial training activity planned and led by the Armed Forces of the Philippines and Australian Defence Force. Conducted from [--] to [--] August it is the largest overseas military exercise for Australia in [----]. Over [----] personnel are participating in Exercise ALON [--] including members of the ADF and AFP as well as elements of the Royal Canadian Navy and the United States Marine Corps' Marine Rotation Force - Darwin. Exercise ALON [--] demonstrates the strength of the Strategic Partnership between Australia and the Philippines. It allows"
YouTube Link 2025-09-01T02:34Z 83.5K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Australian Defence Force Sport Australian Defence Force (ADF) Sport manages and sustains the ADF program for conventional and adaptive sports both domestically and internationally. ADF Sport aims to enhance members well-being connecting ADF members of all ranks and services through sport while sustaining Defences capability requirements and supporting Defences international engagement objectives. #youradf #ADFSport Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of"
YouTube Link 2024-06-14T22:00Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Operation ARGOS [----] Operation ARGOS is the ADFs contribution towards the enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCRs) against North Korea. Australia Supports UNSC sanctions through the deployment of Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) maritime patrol aircraft and Royal Australian Navy (RAN) surface vessels. Since [----] Australia has deployed RAAF maritime patrol aircraft [--] times and RAN vessels [--] times in support of the operation. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2025-10-29T04:07Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Exercise Bersama Lima [----] - Jungle Survival Training Jungle Survival Training β
Australia Malaysia Singapore and the United Kingdom land forces learnt about the importance of jungle flora trap making building a fire and cooking in the jungle. The shared knowledge and camaraderie built in the jungle set a strong foundation as the teams prepared to head into the field for Exercise Bersama Lima [----]. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2025-09-30T06:04Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment builds bunker #Shorts Members of 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment completed construction of an underground command post during Exercise Brolga Run at Townsville Field Training Area. The design process for the 40x20m bunker started in November [----] and construction began in February during Exercise Brolga Walk. Bunkers are typically small concrete structures partly dug into the ground and built in defensive positions. Incorporating WWI bunker elements with modern tech including ventilation lighting and power outlets it's a blend of past and future. π Find out more"
YouTube Link 2024-06-13T23:54Z 83.6K followers, 10.8K engagements
"ADF Opening for the Public - ADFA [----] The Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) held its annual Open Day on Saturday 16th August [----]. ADFA Open Day gives the public unique access and insights into the Australian Defence Force showcasing the latest in defence capabilities and career opportunities. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn:"
YouTube Link 2025-08-25T04:06Z 83.6K followers, 10.1K engagements
"ADF Exercise Alon Battlegroup Ram #Shorts Battlegroup Ram Urban Warfare training π Soldiers from the Australian Armys Battlegroup Ram conducted urban warfare and combat shooting training with personnel from Armed Forces of the Philippines at π Fort Magasay Philippines during Exercise Alon [----]. The combat shooting training was an opportunity for Australian Army soldiers to share their drills with the Armed Forces of the Philippines to improve how they can rapidly engage enemies at close range. #YourADF #StrongerTogether #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-08-26T08:00Z 83.6K followers, 15.3K engagements
"ADF Exercise Bersama Lima [----] - Jungle Assault Exercise Bersama Lima [----] (BL25) is an annual Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) exercise taking place from [--] September [--] October [----] in Malaysia Singapore and the FPDA exercise area including the South China Sea. A contingent of around [---] ADF personnel deployed to work alongside other FPDA nations Malaysia New Zealand Singapore and the United Kingdom to train air land and maritime forces in support of the coordinated defence of Malaysia and Singapore. S20252272 Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2025-10-10T02:31Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Riverfire [----] EA-18G Growler onboard The Australian Defence Force supported the Brisbane Festivals annual Riverfire by Australian Retirement Trust on Saturday [--] September [----] highlighting local Air Force capabilities and personnel with flying displays. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn:"
YouTube Link 2025-09-10T03:22Z 83.6K followers, 376.8K engagements
"ADF Forging Warriors Exercise Green Blaze Australian Army soldiers from 1st Battalion the Royal Australian Regiment conduct a clearance of Line Creek Junction during Exercise Green Blaze at Townsville Field Training Area Queensland. The exercise incorporated live fire combat shooting serials full mission profiles and air mobility operations. @AustralianArmyHQ #YourADF #military #militarylife Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2024-02-27T03:46Z 83.6K followers, 45.8K engagements
"ADF Testing Limits: Exercise Shaggy Ridge The leadership skills of Australian Army trainee officers from the Royal Military College Duntroon are being put to the test in Exercise Shaggy Ridge at the Majura Training Area. The exercise is well known as one of the toughest tests of physical and mental strength for trainee officers testing their ability to make ethical decisions under stress and fatigue. #youradf #military Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of"
YouTube Link 2024-03-21T06:00Z 83.6K followers, 36.4K engagements
"ADF Photos Of The Year Nearly [-----] images have been published on the media gallery in [----] telling Defences stories through the lenses of the many photographers who were on the spot to capture the moments big and small. A number of those photographers including imagery specialists and military reporters nominated their favourite photo for a compilation of the years top shots. Some chose their best technical effort while for others the story behind the photo drove their choice. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2025-12-22T04:13Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Defence Estate Audit #Shorts The Australian Government has released the Delivering the Future Estate: Defence Estate Audit Report in response to the independent audit of the Defence estate. Our nation currently faces one of its most challenging strategic environments. The Defence estate the land that our personnel live train and work on and where we build and maintain our capabilities is critical to our national security. The recent Defence Estate Audit found that the Defence estate is large ageing costly to maintain and not effectively serving Australias strategic interests. The"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T23:35Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Action at sea ππ #Shorts The Royal Australian Navy's HMAS Ballarat conducted the sea phase of Exercise Malabar [----] with the US Navy the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force and the Indian Navy. Sea phase activities included: π’ Surface warfare training π’ Aviation operations π’ Maritime interdiction Exercise Malabar is a key Indo-Pacific maritime activity designed to deepen interoperability between regional partners. #YourADF #AusNavy #StrongerTogether #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-11-24T07:00Z 83.7K followers, 14.3K engagements
"ADF Training for the skies [---] Squadron is the ADFs joint helicopter training school. It is here that Navy and Army students learn to become helicopter pilots aviation warfare officers and aircrewmen. At [---] Squadron the aircrew will learn to operate in complex environments by day and night to become a combat ready helicopter crew. #YourADF #helicopter #military Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/"
YouTube Link 2024-04-15T06:07Z 83.6K followers, 17.8K engagements
"ADF Exercise Cyber Sentinels Exercise Cyber Sentinels is an annual cyber exercise which was held [--] [--] October [----] in Canberra ACT. This was the first time this exercise was planned and held at the secret/Five Eyes level in Australia by the Australian Defence Force (ADF) with previous exercises held by our global partners at a lower classification level. The ADF worked closely with United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) in the planning of this exercise which is part of the global effort sharing of partner cyber readiness. Over [--] US Cyber Command personnel participated alongside over [--] ADF"
YouTube Link 2023-10-26T02:57Z 83.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Christmas Messages From Overseas Deployments [----] More than [---] Australian Defence Force personnel will be working this holiday season in various regions of the world. Christmas video messages have been recorded by some of the deployed personnel who will be busy on Australian Defence Force operations across the globe. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram:"
YouTube Link 2025-12-17T05:06Z 83.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Trench Warfare #Shorts Below the line of sight π 1RAR soldiers put their skills to the test with live trench drills at the π Townsville Field Training Area. The exercise featured: πͺ Real-time combat training π Trenches by 3CER π Tactical edge shaped by Operation KUDU #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-07-07T08:00Z 83.6K followers, 25.7K engagements
"ADF Red Berets Australia Day display The Australian Army Red Berets parachute display team carried the Australian national flag into Circular Quay to help kick-start Sydneys Australia Day festivities on Sydney Harbour on Sunday [--] January [----]. The three-person Red Berets team streaming red smoke behind them landed safely near the Sydney Opera House to the delight of the thousands of onlookers lining Sydney Harbour. The Red Berets was formed in May [----] and today is made up of the Australian Defence Force Parachuting Schools highly trained instructional and support staff. The Australian"
YouTube Link 2025-01-29T04:50Z 51.5K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF HMAS Sydney conducts flying ops with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force #Shorts π Seamless at sea HMAS Sydney and Japans JS Haguro flight crew recently teamed up to land and deploy a Japanese helicoptershowing maritime interoperability in action. π As part of the Royal Australian Navys [----] second regional presence deployment HMAS Sydney is sailing the π Indo-Pacific to conduct training exercises and other engagements with regional navies. π€ #YourADF #AusNavy #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-07-03T08:00Z 71.3K followers, 10.4K engagements
"ADF Nanosatellite Launch Buccaneer Main Mission (BMM) is a fully-operational nanosatellite which was launched from the United States on Thursday [--] March into low earth orbit. The nanosatellite was the result of years of collaboration between DSTG and Defence industry and academia. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn:"
YouTube Link 2025-03-25T00:43Z 62K followers, [----] engagements
"Air Force train with US B-1 Bombers in Top End Exercise The RAAF trained with a pair of United States Air Force (USAF) B-1B Lancer Bombers in the skies off Darwin. At an altitude of 30000-feet above the Timor Sea the B-1Bs rendezvoused with a RAAF KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport from No. [--] Squadron. Using the aircrafts Advanced Refuelling Boom System it plugged in to each of the B-1Bs nose-mounted fuel receptacle providing them with the range to complete their mission. The activity provides an important opportunity for the RAAF and USAF to exercise interoperability in challenging and"
YouTube Link 2021-11-09T04:31Z 44.5K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Surfs up for the SAAG #Shorts The Service Attaches and Advisors' Group (SAAG) made waves while visiting πRAAF Glenbrook and Richmond NSW for a capability brief. π Around [--] of the SAAG travelled to the iconic Bondi Beach for a surf lesson. The SAAG combined their newly learnt skills with help from the Army Surf Riders Association. The SAAG Engagement Program is designed to promote engagement between the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the SAAG. It provides SAAG members with exposure to the ADF the Department of Defence and Australia's defence policy. #YourADF #AusNavy #AusAirforce"
YouTube Link 2025-01-10T20:00Z 70.1K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Exercise Bushido Guardian [----] - Flying Operations #Shorts Seriously how cool is this π Flying high over Japan β With the arrival of the Japan Air-Self Defense Force F-35A Lightning II this week at Komatsu Air Base the exercise has progressed from one-on-one Basic Fighter Manoeuvres to a more complex many-versus-many Large Force Employment. Australian and Japanese pilots exercised as both friendly and enemy force aircraft flexing the advanced sensors and capabilities of these fourth and fifth generation platforms. This has involved more complex mission planning and integration with"
YouTube Link 2023-09-13T11:34Z 39.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Talisman Sabre [--] Securing seas strengthening partnerships Exercise Talisman Sabre [----] is being conducted across Australia from [--] July to [--] August. More than [-----] military personnel from [--] nations will participate in Talisman Sabre [----] primarily in Queensland but also in Western Australia the Northern Territory New South Wales and for the first time offshore activities will be conducted in Papua New Guinea. Talisman Sabre is the largest Australia-US bilaterally planned multilaterally conducted exercise and a key opportunity to work with likeminded partners from across the region and"
YouTube Link 2025-07-29T05:16Z 76.2K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF sends disaster relief supplies into Vanua Levu Disaster relief and education supplies have been moved via boat from HMAS Adelaide to Bekana Jetty Vanua Levu where they were transported by convoy to a storage area to be distributed by the Republic of Fiji Military Forces on the island of Vanua Levu in Fiji On Thursday [--] December [--] over [---] Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel deployed on HMAS Adelaide for Fiji to assist with the Fiji Governments disaster relief in response to Tropical Cyclone Yasa. ADF elements are working with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to"
YouTube Link 2021-01-12T21:31Z 65.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Exercise Bersama Lima [--] - F35 Lightning II #Shorts Breaking New Ground πͺ This year marks the ADFs first deployment of both Royal Australian Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft and a Royal Australian Navy clearance diving team as part of a Five Power Defence Arrangements exercise. Exercise Bersama Lima involves a contingent of around [---] ADF personnel alongside Malaysia New Zealand Singapore and the United Kingdom to train across air land and maritime domains enhancing our collective strength and cooperation. π€ #YourADF #AusAirForce Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence"
YouTube Link 2024-11-07T20:30Z 75.3K followers, 10.2K engagements
"ADF Naval Strike Missile HMAS Sydney successful firing The Royal Australian Navy has accelerated Naval Strike Missile installation in Surface Combatants which culminated in the [--] July live firing demonstration off the coast of Hawaii during Exercise RIMPAC [----]. This is aligned to Government Direction announced in the [----] Defence Strategic Review and in the [----] National Defence Strategy. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2024-07-21T22:00Z 39.7K followers, 21.1K engagements
"ADF Signaller Corporal Jaidyn Harvey experiences Exercise Yama Sakura [--] Corporal Jaidyn Harvey from 3rd Combat Signal Regiment has been supporting Headquarters 3rd Brigade and learning how to integrate ADF systems with those of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and the United States Army during Exercise Yama Sakura [--] in Osaka Japan. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram:"
YouTube Link 2025-09-12T01:34Z 76.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Indigenous artist Chernee Sutton artwork for Gender Peace & Security Directorate Chern'ee Sutton is a proud Aboriginal artist and Kalkadoon woman from the emu foot province around the Mount Isa area in North West Queensland. Defences Gender Peace and Security Directorate commissioned Chernees Walumarra Business artwork. In the Kalkadoon language Walumarra Business means Womens Business. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2020-11-05T02:11Z 71K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF M777 Howitzer danger close live-fire #Shorts Get up close to the action as Australian Army soldiers conduct a danger close live-fire mission with M777 Howitzers. #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-06-04T08:00Z 73.5K followers, [----] engagements
"HMAS Toowoomba returns home from deployment Royal Australian Navy helicopter frigate HMAS Toowoomba has returned to Australia following a successful six-month deployment on Operation Manitou. HMAS Toowoomba shared the tasking with the Combined Maritime Force conducting counter-narcotics operations as part of Task Force [---] and maritime security operations in the Straits of Hormuz with the International Maritime Security Construct. V20202001"
YouTube Link 2020-06-29T05:34Z 52.9K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF National Science Week [----] Each year Defence celebrates National Science Week in recognition of the contributions made by science technology engineering and mathematics (STEM) professionals to Defence and national security. In [----] National Science Week is held from [--] [--] August with the theme Decoding the Universe Exploring the unknown with natures hidden language and its linkage to [----] as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. Defence members and Australian Public Service (APS) staff participated in a range of events nation-wide to mark the occasion. Want even more"
YouTube Link 2025-08-10T23:57Z 70.7K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF Battle of Kapyong #youradf The Battle of Kapyong has come to be known as the most significant and important battle for Australian troops in the Korean War. Watch as The Cove walks us through the history of the Battle of Kapyong. Read more: https://cove.army.gov.au/article/australias-battle-kapyong #youradf #ausarmy Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram:"
YouTube Link 2024-06-21T01:59Z 70.6K followers, 17.2K engagements
"ADF Royal Thai Air Force - [--] years of participation in Exercise #pitchblack Flashbacks incoming βπΉ The Royal Thai Air Force marked [--] years of participation in Exercise #PitchBlack this year. For the [----] installment of the exercise they have been showcasing [--] JAS [--] Gripen aircraft reflecting their ongoing commitment to advancing air combat capabilities. #youradf #ausairforce #pilotlife #avgeek #aviation #militaryaviation #militaryaircraft #aviationlovers #militarylife #militarystyle #airforce Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2024-08-02T00:53Z 39.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Task Group Taji Postal Service Defence Force personnel from Australia and New Zealand are training members of the Iraqi Security Forces to defeat the Daesh terrorist group. They are deployed on active service to Iraq as part of Task Group Taji [--]. The training includes: the laws of armed conflict weapons handling first aid vehicle checkpoints explosive hazards awareness building clearances and obstacle breaching techniques. Instruction is inclusive of tactics techniques and procedures from squad through to company-level operations for use in the fight against Daesh"
YouTube Link 2019-08-21T02:03Z 66K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF Exercise Bersama Shield [----] concludes Australia has deployed a contingent of approximately [---] personnel including HMAS Sydney and a C-27J Spartan aircraft to participate in Exercise Bersama Shield [----] (BS25) in Malaysia Singapore and the surrounding air and maritime space. Bersama Shield is an annual training exercise conducted between nations of the Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) Australia Malaysia New Zealand Singapore and the United Kingdom. Exercise Bersama Shield is designed to exercise the militaries of the FPDA in combined joint operations in a multi-threat environment"
YouTube Link 2025-04-28T03:53Z 64.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Hanwha Redback to bring Army some sting The Government has selected Hanwha Defense Australia as the down-selected preferred tenderer to deliver [---] infantry fighting vehicles to the Australian Army as part of a major transformation of the Army in response to Australias changing strategic environment. The Government has also decided that the new vehicles will be built in Australia at Hanwhas facilities in the Geelong region subject to the finalisation of negotiations and government approval. #defenceindustry #capability #youradf Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2023-07-27T05:26Z 47.6K followers, 35.1K engagements
"ADF HMAS Toowoomba Dual RAS & VERTREP HMAS Stalwart conducts a dual replenishment at sea as the ships embarked MH-60R helicopter Boomerang conducts a Vertical Replenishment with HMA Ships Brisbane and Toowoomba while HMAS Toowoombas embarked MH-60R helicopter Valkyrie conducts flying operations during a transit as part of a regional presence deployment. The Royal Australian Navy is undertaking a regional presence deployment in Southeast and Northeast Asia. During the deployment HMA Ships Toowoomba Stalwart and Brisbane demonstrated the Royal Australian Navys ability to execute sustained"
YouTube Link 2023-11-10T05:30Z 52.9K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF IPE25 - Religious Engagements Brunei Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australias flagship regional engagement activity. IPE is a practical demonstration of the Australian Governments commitment to a peaceful stable and prosperous region founded on openness respect for sovereignty and adherence to agreed rules and norms. The activity strengthens regional relationships and builds whole-of-government partnerships that are of with and for the region. During IPE25 Defence and other government agencies will conduct activities with host nations across Southeast Asia and the Northeast Indian"
YouTube Link 2025-09-19T05:26Z 76.3K followers, [---] engagements
"Army detonates 500lb bomb in Nauru - Operation Render Safe At the request of the Government of Nauru the Australian Defence Force deployed a team of specialist personnel to Nauru in July [----] to support the initial assessment and safe disposal of a reported unexploded ordnance (UXO) under Operation RENDER SAFE. The ordnance was discovered in the residential and industrial area of Aiwo District Nauru with an initial inspection by the Nauru Police Force indicating that the item might be a World War II 500lb bomb. The suspected UXO is safely contained and not posing an immediate risk to public"
YouTube Link 2023-07-26T04:11Z 71.7K followers, 15.4K engagements
"Lismore students invite ADF back to school Australian Defence Force personnel supporting Operation Flood Assist [----] were invited back to school recently for a show and tell session with a difference at the Rivers Secondary College in Lismore. Australian Defence Force personnel talked to the students played games and showed them over Bushmaster protected mobility vehicles Zodiac inflated boats trucks and other vehicles as part of an open day activity between doing flood-debris clearing tasks. Australian Defence Force personnel remain on task or available for tasking in northern New South"
YouTube Link 2022-04-13T00:07Z 75.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Army's historic 10th Light Horse Regiment re-raised A ceremonial parade commemorating the re-raising of the 10th Light Horse Regiment (10LH) was held at Perth's Langley Park on October [--]. The parade included traditional Light Horse troops in period uniform as the date also marked the 107th anniversary of the Regiment's original raising in [----]. Attendees at the parade included the Governor of Western Australia Kim Beazley and the Assistant Minister for Defence Andrew Hastie. The return of 10LH to Army's Order of Battle marks a significant milestone in enhancing Army capability and Defence in"
YouTube Link 2021-10-11T05:04Z 76.4K followers, 21.1K engagements
"ADF Enhancing Air Forces Health Capability Over the period 12-15 February [----] RAAF Base Amberley Specialist Medical Reservists and permanent health clinicians of No. [--] Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (3AES) conducted a FORGEN Culminating Activity. Conducted annually the comprehensive training exercise is designed to enhance the capabilities of Air Forces health elements and security forces whilst fostering innovation build readiness and promote interoperability and transparency. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2025-03-03T04:16Z 70.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Anzac Day Dawn Service in Kabul Afghanistan Personnel of Task Group Afghanistan take part in a commemorative service during Anzac Day in Kabul. Anzac Day is a time to reflect on the contribution made by all of our past and present service men and women who have displayed great courage discipline and self-sacrifice in choosing a life of service to their country. The Anzac spirit lives in the heart and minds of all Australians as we acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who contributed so much in shaping the identity of this proud nation. Approximately [----] ADF members are currently"
YouTube Link 2019-04-25T06:51Z 55K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF Behind the scenes - training our military working dogs #shorts Ever wondered how we train our military working dogs π€ The Irondog K9 workshop immerses our ADF military working dogs (MWDs) in realistic training scenarios ensuring they are fully prepared for operational deployment. MWDs play a crucial role in securing the National Airbase Network protecting Agile Basing and supporting both Army and RAAF operations. These highly trained animals are equipped to excel across the full spectrum of operations. #YourADF #AusArmy #AusAirForce Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence"
YouTube Link 2024-09-20T21:30Z 76.3K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF National Military Working Dog Day #Shorts Shout out to our furry heroes π β€ On this National Military Working Dog Day we honour our ever-adaptable four-legged personnel for their: πΎ courage πΎ service πΎ loyalty #YourADF #StrongerTogether #NationalMilitaryWorkingDogDay #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-06-07T00:00Z 75.3K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF 3rd Brigade go boom π₯π¨ #shorts #youradf 3rd Brigade go boom π₯π¨ #Shorts #AusArmy #YourADF"
YouTube Link 2023-09-14T04:02Z 31.4K followers, [--] engagements
"ADF 3rd Brigade getting the job done. πͺ #shorts #youradf 3rd Brigade getting the job done. πͺ #AusArmy #YourADF π₯ https://army.adfcareers.gov.au/"
YouTube Link 2023-09-15T21:23Z 30.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Armys Red Berets dropped into into Allianz Stadium Sydney The Australian Army Red Berets parachute display team thrilled the Roosters vs Dragons NRL match crowd when they dropped in to the new Allianz Stadium at Moore Park in Sydney on Anzac Day [----] to deliver the match ball. Trailing red smoke the three Red Berets negotiated tricky winds before swooping inside the stadium's narrow roof opening to land safely on target in front of the [-----] near-capacity crowd. Former Roosters captain and coach Brad Fittler was on hand to accept the match ball from the Red Berets. The Red Berets was formed"
YouTube Link 2023-04-28T00:30Z 60.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Multi-agency mass casualty training A multi-agency civilian and military training activity was held at Townsville Field Training Area to enhance interoperability between Emergency Services and the ADF. Exercise Crow Sickle simulated a mass casualty (MASCAS) scenario with a vehicle collision involving a minibus in an isolated area of North Queensland and included trapped personnel fire hazards and unstable and wrecked vehicles. LifeFlight was the lead agency for the activity and was supported by the ADF Queensland Police Ambulance Fire and Emergency Services QGAir Retrieval Services Queensland"
YouTube Link 2021-11-23T03:19Z 55.2K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF commences Operation Kimba in PNG At the request of the Government of Papua New Guinea (PNG) the Australian Defence Force is providing niche capabilities to support the conduct of the [----] national elections. Working with the PNG Electoral Commission Papua New Guinea Defence Force and Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary the ADF is providing specialist planning and logistics support along with Royal Australian Air Force air transport using two C-27J Spartan and one C-130J Hercules transport aircraft which are ideally suited to the mountainous terrain and tropical runways located across PNG."
YouTube Link 2022-06-15T06:52Z [--] followers, [----] engagements
"Petroleum Operators take part in Exercise Overland Nautical Petros [--] Petroleum Operators from 17th Sustainment Brigade [--] Brigade and [--] Brigade participated in a series of activities at Cowley Beach Training Area Queensland from September [--] to November [--] [----]. Exercise Overland Nautical Petros [----] aimed to qualify operators from Support Battalions on a suite of trade courses and petrol operations field craft. The exercise also served as the tender evaluation for Joint Project [----] - the Deployable Bulk Fuel Distribution project. The project will deliver a capability to store and distribute"
YouTube Link 2021-12-10T01:19Z 76.5K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Indo Pacific Endeavour [----] Wrap Up Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australias flagship regional engagement activity. It demonstrates the Australian Governments commitment to a peaceful stable and prosperous region founded on openness respect for sovereignty and adherence to agreed rules and norms. The activity strengthens regional relationships and builds whole-of-government partnerships that are of with and for the region. During IPE24 Defence and other government agencies will conduct activities with [--] host nations across Southeast Asia and the Northeast Indian Ocean. Activities"
YouTube Link 2024-12-12T23:00Z 76.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Armed Forces of Ukraine recruits complete their urban operations exercise Under the instruction of personnel deployed on Operation KUDU Armed Forces of Ukraine Recruits are now lethal in operation survival occupation and denial in the urban environment. Having completed their exercise on Urban Operations the trainees have worked as a team to breach buildings identify improvised explosive devices (IEDs) move and fight in built-up areas. No Australian personnel will enter Ukraine as part of this Programme. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2023-02-20T22:06Z 53.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Brain-robotic interface demonstration Researchers at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and Armys Robotic & Autonomous Implementation & Coordination Office (RICO) teamed up and demonstrated a brain to robot interface at the Majura Training Area Canberra on Wednesday [--] May [----]. SGT Chandan Rana had a selection of commands projected onto the augmented reality lens. When sighted the resulting brainwaves were interpreted by the UTS technology which sent commands to the Ghost Robotics quadruped robot. This allowed the operator to maintain weapon readiness or use their hands for other"
YouTube Link 2022-06-17T05:29Z 45.4K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF support clean up effort in Lower MacDonald NSW The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has deployed personnel and assets to support the state governments response to the flood emergency in New South Wales. ADF support is being coordinated and prioritised through State Emergency Operations with tasks including sand bagging aerial search and rescue damage assessments and clean up. Deployment of ADF personnel is in response to NSW Government requirements. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1"
YouTube Link 2022-07-14T05:31Z 76.2K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF Chief of Air Force Change Over Ceremony Air Marshal Robert Chipman AO CSC transferred Command of the Royal Australian Air Force to Air Marshal Stephen Chappell DSC CSC OAM on 3rd July [----] at a Ceremonial Parade at Russell Offices Canberra. #youradf #ausairforce #airforce Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn:"
YouTube Link 2024-07-04T21:00Z 39.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Joining forces with The Armed Forces of Ukraine for Operation Kudu #shorts Training hard πͺ 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 Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2024-11-20T20:00Z 62K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Op Kudu - Soldiers of Ukraine: Serhii & Arthur Operation Kudu is the Australian Defence Force commitment to the training of Armed Forces of Ukraine personnel in the United Kingdom. Australia has supported the UK-led multinational training mission Operation INTERFLEX under Operation KUDU since January [----] which was expanded in January [----] to include a junior leader training program. Australian Defence Force personnel are delivering infantry training in urban wooded and trench environments. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2025-03-05T00:07Z 43.9K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF ADF Commemorates Anzac Day [----] On Anzac Day we mark the landings in Gallipoli of Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) soldiers in [----] and commemorate all Australian personnel who served and died in wars conflicts and peacekeeping operations. We reflect on their courage discipline and self-sacrifice. The Anzac spirit lives on in the hearts and minds of all Australians as we acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who contributed so much to shaping the identity of our nation. Australians are encouraged to participate by sharing photos stories and videos via social media"
YouTube Link 2025-04-29T05:54Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF Maritime Big Play #Shorts Maritime Big Play π Australia the United Kingdom and the United States have jointly tested their ability to communicate with underwater autonomous systems as part of AUKUS Pillar IIs Maritime Big Play series. Maritime Big Play is an exercise series for AUKUS Pillar II to rapidly test and integrate autonomous systems with conventional platforms equipping us to more effectively deter and deny threats above and under the water. This year Japan also joined these activities as a participant for the first time. worked together to enhance their use of underwater"
YouTube Link 2025-07-29T08:00Z 70.1K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Opening of the 1st Pop-up ADF Careers Centre in Geelong On Tuesday [--] August [----] Deputy Prime Minister The Hon. Richard Marles MP Head of Military Personnel MAJGEN Wade Stothart DSC AM CSC and Adecco Managing Director Mr Gene Crowe officially opened the first Pop-up ADF Careers Centre in Geelong. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn:"
YouTube Link 2024-09-07T05:00Z 46.1K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Ex Bersama Lima [--] - F35 Lightning II [----] marks the first ever time the Royal Australian Air Forces F-35A Lightning II Aircraft have contributed to a Five Power Defence Arrangements exercise. This is a significant step up to the complexity of the exercise allowing Five Power Defence Arrangement Nations Australia Malaysia New Zealand Singapore and the United Kingdom to all work together as one cohesive team. Exercise Bersama Lima [----] (BL24) is an annual Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) exercise taking place from 01-18 October [----] in Singapore Malaysia and the FPDA exercise area"
YouTube Link 2024-11-07T20:00Z 39.8K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF CFA Turn up the heat for local soldiers Petroleum Operators from Army Logistic Training Centre (ALTC) joined forces with Bendigos Country Fire Authority (CFA) on [--] June [----] in a bid to enhance training for soldiers. The training was conducted at the Huntley Victorian Emergency Management Training Centre where the soldiers felt the penetrating heat of the controlled liquid hydrocarbon fire for the first time. ALTC Training Futures Major (MAJ) Zane Lindsay orchestrated the day aiming to give the soldiers a further layer of realism to their training. #YourADF Want even more videos like"
YouTube Link 2024-07-17T05:00Z 39.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF l Combat Control Suitability Screening - physical and mental challenges No. [--] Squadron headquartered at RAAF Base Williamtown New South Wales provides Air Force with the Combat Control capability. Combat Controllers (CCT) are specially selected trained and equipped air-to-surface integration specialists supporting Special Operations and Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief (HADR) mission profiles. The role of CCT is to integrate synchronise and control the elements of air and space power at the tactical level that enable the execution of precision strike and military advance force"
YouTube Link 2023-09-18T03:20Z 76.2K followers, 14.9K engagements
"Defence celebrates International Womens Day [----] On [--] March Defence will celebrate International Womens Day a day to recognise the achievements of women across the world and to focus on the wider impacts of gender inequality. Achieving gender equality and increasing womens participation in the Defence workforce is fundamental to building Defences capability and operational effectiveness. This years theme is Cracking the Code: innovation for a gender equal future. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/DefenceAustralia Connect with the"
YouTube Link 2023-03-07T20:43Z 45.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Operation Render Safe [----] starts with a disaster relief forum The Australian Defence Force and National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) took part in a Table Top Exercise in Honiara Solomon Islands to further develop the NDMOs Standard Operating Procedures when reacting to natural disasters. The exercise was held from [--] [--] OCT just as HMAS Adelaide arrived for Operation Render Safe [----]. Upon Adelaides arrival NDMO participants toured the amphibious ship to get a sense of the Australian Defence Forces Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief capabilities. Operation Render Safe [----] is a joint"
YouTube Link 2019-11-06T07:06Z 72.1K followers, [--] engagements
"Gifts for RAAF Base Amberley families Every year dozens of volunteers from across RAAF Base Amberley assist No. [--] Squadron (City of Brisbane) with wrapping presents for the children of members who work at the base. This year over [---] gifts were purchased and wrapped as part of the Amberley Christmas Drive. The majority of presents were purchased with sponsorship from a variety of Defence support organisations. The youngest gift recipient was only two weeks old while the eldest was [--] years of age. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2020-12-18T01:42Z 72K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF Vanuatu Support #shorts The ADF has quickly mobilised Royal Australian Air Force assets to transport a Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade-led crisis response team and assist with deployment preparations answering the Government of Vanuatu's request for assistance after the [---] magnitude earthquake struck Port Vila on [--] December. #Shorts #YourADF Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2024-12-19T19:00Z 63.2K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Chief of the Defence Force Change of Command Ceremony General Angus J. Campbell AO DSC transferred Command of the Australian Defence Force to Admiral David Johnston AC RAN at a Ceremonial Parade at Russell Offices Canberra on [--] July [----]. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/departmentofdefence/"
YouTube Link 2024-07-10T05:31Z 52.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Operation Bushfire Assist - ADF continued support The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is continuing support to State and Territory agencies and local communities under Operation Bushfire Assist 19-20. Three Joint Task Forces have been established to facilitate ADF support to emergency services in Victoria New South Wales and South Australia. The ADF is working alongside government and civilian agencies at all levels in support to the firefighting relief and recovery effort by providing humanitarian transport and other assistance such as aviation route clearance logistics veterinary assistance"
YouTube Link 2020-01-30T00:37Z 39.3K followers, [---] engagements
"Exercise Croix Du Sud [----] Force Integration Training New Caledonia At the invitation of the French Armed Forces in New Caledonia (FANC) Australia is contributing over [---] personnel from the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to Exercise Croix Du Sud [----] (CDS). Held in New Caledonia from [--] April to [--] May [----] CDS23 is a multilateral humanitarian and disaster relief (HADR) exercise led by the French Armed Forces in New Caledonia which supports an enduring contribution to HADR operations in the Pacific region. [--] nations will participate in"
YouTube Link 2023-05-05T00:14Z 68.8K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Exercise Shaggy Ridge #Shorts Diamonds are made under pressure π Congratulations to the [---] staff cadets from the Royal Military College Duntroon who conquered Exercise Shaggy Ridge a gruelling 96-hour test of endurance ethics and resilience. Pushing through limited food sleep and demanding scenarios these future leaders emerged stronger more adaptable and equipped to tackle the challenges of leadership in a high-pressure environment. #YourADF #AusArmy #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2025-03-15T07:00Z 52K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Anzac Day preparation On Anzac Day we mark the landings in Gallipoli of Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) soldiers in [----] and commemorate all Australian personnel who served and died in wars conflicts and peacekeeping operations. We reflect on their courage discipline and self-sacrifice. The Anzac spirit lives on in the hearts and minds of all Australians as we acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who contributed so much to shaping the identity of our nation. Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel across Australia and serving around the world will commemorate"
YouTube Link 2025-04-17T00:28Z 54.9K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF [--] years of Super Hornets #Shorts Time has flown since the first F/A-18F Super Hornets touched down at π RAAF Base Amberley in [----]. Ushering a new era of air combat capability the Super Hornets have evolved into a vital capability for the Royal Australian Air Force enhancing our presence in the skies. #YourADF #AusAirForce #Short"
YouTube Link 2025-03-27T07:00Z 75.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Land [---] Phase [--] announcement Project LAND [---] Phase [--] will acquire [---] Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles (CRV) to replace the Australian Light Armoured Vehicle (ASLAV). The Phase [--] fleet will include seven variants. On [--] July [----] Defence announced that BAE Systems Australia and Rheinmetall had been shortlisted to participate in the Risk Mitigation Activity which is the second stage of the tender evaluation process. Rheinmetall has offered the Boxer Multi Role Armoured Vehicle integrated with the Rheinmetall Lance turret"
YouTube Link 2018-05-29T05:49Z 74.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Task Group Taji training Baghdad Fighting School Task Group Taji-6 is conducting a train the trainer course with Iraqi Army Instructors at Baghdad Fighting School Taji Military Complex Iraq. The training combines fundamentals of how to deliver effective lessons as well as refresher on combat skills to pass on to students further enhancing Baghdad Fighting Schools training continuum. More than [---] Australian and [---] New Zealand military personnel are deployed to Iraq on Operation Okra as part of Task Group Taji [--]. They are deployed to train advise and assist members of the Iraqi Security"
YouTube Link 2018-06-03T23:43Z 45.6K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF OP Lilia Pacific Games [--] Remembrance Day LCPL Barker Solomon Islands is hosting the Pacific Games in Honiara from [--] November to [--] December [----] with [----] participants (including athletes officials and support staff) from [--] Pacific countries including Australia. At the request of the Solomon Islands Government Australia is deploying additional Australian Federal Police (AFP) and Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel under our Bilateral Security Treaty to support the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) to deliver a safe and secure Pacific Games [----]. ADF personnel will work"
YouTube Link 2023-11-10T05:19Z 39.7K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF Operation Render Safe 2024-2 Solomon Islands Here to help An ADF led multi-national Joint Task Group comprised of eight contributing nations has arrived in the Munda Solomon Islands to assist the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force in the reduction of explosive remnants of war (ERW). Over the next two weeks the 250-strong Operation Render Safe 24-2 task group will work together to safely dispose of ERW as well as provide education and training to the people of the Solomon Islands. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2024-09-05T05:00Z 65.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Training On Thursday [--] June [----] Royal Military College (RMC) Cadets conducted Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Training at Majura Training Area. CBRN Training teaches the skills required to safely and effectively prevent respond to and defend against CBRN attacks in military and civil environments. The Cadets completing Third Class experienced exposure to CS Gas conducted a mask canister exchange and completed decontamination procedures to attain the eye-watering qualification. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to"
YouTube Link 2023-06-21T04:32Z 40.9K followers, 11.8K engagements
"ADF Fodder Convoy to Cobargo NSW Relief is on the way for fire affected farmers in Southern News South thanks to the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the South Coast Rural Relief Charity. On 18th January a convoy made up of Army vehicles including next generation heavy transport trucks loaded with feed left Cooma bound for multiple locations across the State. The ADF will provide transport and distribution support to the charity founded by Cobargo farmer George Walters. The Convoy is from the 2nd Engineering Regiment which is part of the NSW ADF Joint Task Force which is assisting State"
YouTube Link 2020-01-21T00:39Z 52.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Multiple Round Simultaneous Impact on Exercise Chau Pha Soldiers from 3rd Brigades 4th Regiment (4 Regt) Royal Australian Artillery deployed to the Townsville Field Training Area have taken part in Exercise Chau Pha. The deployment included airmobile operations with the 5th Aviation Regiment as well as firing a number of unique training serials including Multiple Round Simultaneous Impact (MRSI) and Danger Close missions. Exercise Chau Pha is [--] Regts regimental field exercise that provides engaging technical training to ensure the Regiment is proficient in coordinating offensive support in"
YouTube Link 2021-06-08T00:29Z 47.6K followers, 48.6K engagements
"ADF Op Kudu - Soldiers of Ukraine: Olena Operation Kudu is the Australian Defence Force commitment to the training of Armed Forces of Ukraine personnel in the United Kingdom. Australia has supported the UK-led multinational training mission Operation INTERFLEX under Operation KUDU since January [----] which was expanded in January [----] to include a junior leader training program. Australian Defence Force personnel are delivering infantry training in urban wooded and trench environments. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2025-03-05T01:06Z 43.8K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF ASLAV river crossing during Exercise Regional Warfighter #Shorts Bush-bashing Army style π An Australian Army Light Armoured Vehicle (ASLAV) from 2nd Cavalry Regiment conducted a river crossing during Exercise Regional Warfighter at Tully Training Area Queensland. The training exposed troops to operating in the jungle while dismounted as well as understanding the complexities of operating mounted in armoured vehicles in the density of jungle terrain as the ASLAVs need to operate differently depending on the terrain. #AusArmy #TrainedAndReady #Army #YourADF #Military #Shorts"
YouTube Link 2024-10-15T20:00Z 70.1K followers, [----] engagements
"RAAF Puppies visit Ipswich Hospital Seven Military Working Dog (MWD) puppies from RAAF Base Amberley recently visited children at Ipswich Hospital. In December [----] children from the hospitals Sunshine Ward put forward suggestions for names for the newest litter of Air Force puppies. Each litter of new puppies is given a letter from the alphabet to distinguish them from other litters. This litter of five boys and two girls was designated the letter I so all the puppies names were required to begin with I. Corporal Natasha Falconer from the RAAF Security and Fire School Breeding cell at RAAF"
YouTube Link 2019-01-24T22:21Z 53.2K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF Exercise Puk Puk - Lombrum Naval Base #ausarmy sappers from the 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment joined engineers and tradespeople from the British Army and Papua New Guinea Defence Force for Exercise Puk Puk at Lombrum Naval Base in Papua New Guinea. Exercise Puk Puk is an annual engineering activity intended to strengthen ties between the Australian Defence Force and the PNGDF building capability and relationships as well as providing infrastructure. #youradf Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2023-09-22T00:27Z 50.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Operation Alfred Assist Army Personnel deploy to Northern NSW Australian Army soldiers from 8th/9th Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment departing Gallipoli Barracks in Brisbane on Friday [--] March [----] to assist in the response efforts to Tropical Cyclone Alfred in northern New South Wales. The Australian Defence Force is working closely with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Queensland and New South Wales state emergency authorities and the Queensland and NSW governments to support the planning and response to TC Alfred. Defence is ready to provide high-clearance"
YouTube Link 2025-03-11T03:45Z 44.3K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF 2nd Cavalry Regiment put to the test during Beersheba Cup [----] #shorts Soldiers from #AusArmy's 2nd Cavalry Regiment put their skills to the test during Beersheba Cup [----] at Lavarack Barracks Townsville. Over a 72-hour period the soldiers conducted arduous live fire serials fitness training section attacks and tactical combat casualty care. #AusArmy #YourADF Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/"
YouTube Link 2024-08-16T21:00Z 70.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Air and amphibious assault - Exercise Alon wraps up #shorts Our troops have successfully conducted Exercise Alon the most significant largest and most complex activity the ADF has ever undertaken with the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) with support from Marine Rotational Force-Darwinwell done to all Multiple ships aircraft and about [----] personnel including [----] from the ADF [----] from the AFP and [---] US Marines participated in the exercise in the Philippines during August. Watch the full video β‘ https://youtu.be/TclFUjNCldo #youradf #ausarmy #ausnavy #ausairforce #IPE23"
YouTube Link 2023-09-05T02:20Z 70.8K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Wrapping up [----] Exercise Balikatan #Defence #Shorts And that's a wrap for this year's Exercise Balikatan Approximately [---] ADF members took off to the Philippines to participate in the annual trilateral exercise which has been designed to enhance military cooperation and readiness Australia has a longstanding relationship with the Philippines and the United States dating back to the Second World War that has contributed to regional security and stability and has participated in Balikatan since [----]. #YourADF #AusArmy #ShortsWant even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2024-05-20T22:00Z 70.2K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Richmond Airshow - C130J Piliot Exerience Over the weekend of [--] and [--] September [----] the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Richmond opened its gates to the Hawkesbury community to deliver the RAAF Richmond Airshow [----]. The community event featured both flying and ground displays showcasing a range of people and military equipment from across the Australian Defence Force. The RAAF Richmond Airshow [----] was held in consultation with the Hawkesbury City Council and local government. It was an opportunity for Air Force to build on the relationship with surrounding communities and"
YouTube Link 2025-09-29T05:11Z 76.2K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF ADF Touch Football make their mark in PNG Australian Defence Force (ADF) Sport carried out a training program for sport officials in Port Moresby PNG for touch football from 22-24 September [----]. The program included the instruction of level one coaching umpiring strength and conditioning first aid and wellbeing. As part of the program ADF touch football teams played against PNG Defence Force teams. The program is part of the Australian Government Team-Up program. #youradf Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2023-10-01T00:00Z 39.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Advise and Assist Team in Iraq The Task Group Taji-7 Advise and Assist team has been assisting the North Baghdad Operations Centre (NBOC) with the planning and conduct of operations in the area surrounding the Taji Military Complex and the northern approaches to Baghdad. The team helped NBOC staff devise a plan for 59th Brigade clearance operations in the Al Tarmiyah area and has been monitoring its progress. Iraqi Army soldiers from 59th Brigade completed a ten week training package with Task Group Taji in August and returned a week later to the front line to provide security and clear the"
YouTube Link 2018-11-15T23:43Z 66K followers, [--] engagements
"C-17 Delivers Generators to Norfolk Island On 18-19 July [----] the Royal Australian Air Force delivered three power generators to the community of Norfolk Island. Using the C-17A Globemaster aircraft from No. [--] Squadron the generators were flown the [----] kilometre journey and unloaded at Norfolk Island airport. The Globemaster aircraft is well suited to these types of missions able to carry unusual loads and can land on short and semi-prepared airfields. An Air Force Mobile Air Load Team was also onboard the aircraft to assist with the unload and delivery of the generators The generators"
YouTube Link 2018-07-20T04:02Z 73.5K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Arafura joins the Fleet On Saturday [--] June [----] Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) Arafura was Commissioned into service in a ceremony at Fremantle Western Australia. HMAS Arafura is the first of class and will now operate as His Majestys Australian Ship (HMAS). A further five OPVs will be brought into service with the first two built at Osborne Naval Shipyard and a further four constructed at Henderson Western Australia. Together with the evolved Cape Class Patrol Boats the vessels will play a key role in Navys contribution to the nations fisheries protection as well as immigration customs"
YouTube Link 2025-07-02T04:34Z 76.2K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Anzac Day message from deployed personnel Anzac Day message from deployed personnel. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Defence Australia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/departmentofdefence/ X: https://twitter.com/DefenceAust Website: https://www.defence.gov.au/ ABOUT DEFENCE AUSTRALIA To defend Australia and its national interests in order to advance"
YouTube Link 2025-04-24T05:03Z 55K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Australian Army soldiers on Operation Kudu Australian Army soldiers have been working hard conducting training with members from the Armed Forces of Ukraine during Operation Kudu in the πUnited Kingdom. The training has been a great opportunity to exchange ideas and strengthen our relationship. π€ The ADF stands in solidarity with Ukraine following Russias full-scale invasion. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2024-10-01T01:08Z 74.3K followers, 12.1K engagements
"The Final Assault - Talisman Sabre [----] Weve put together the best of Exercise Talisman Sabre [----] (TS21). If you enjoyed the action-packed scenes of amphibious landings urban assaults and parachute drops all set against the backdrop of Queenslands coastline and regional towns our final video is one to watch. Held every two years TS21 is the largest bilateral training activity between Australia and the United States. In addition TS21 involves participating forces from Canada Japan the Republic of Korea New Zealand and the United Kingdom. The story of TS21 is one of mate-ship and resilience"
YouTube Link 2021-08-09T07:10Z 66.7K followers, 65.6K engagements
"Beersheba War Cemetery commemorative service On Tuesday [--] October [----] the Australian Defence Force participated in the Battle of Beersheba and Sinai-Palestine Campaign Centenary Service held at the Beersheba War Cemetery in Israel a joint Australian and New Zealand service to honour those who fought in the Battle of Beersheba in [----]. The Battle of Beersheba took place on [--] October [----]. It was part of the wider British offensive known as the third Battle of Gaza. The Battle of Beersheba was a significant all-day battle where the famous mounted charge of the 4th Light Horse Brigade led to"
YouTube Link 2019-08-21T02:01Z 66K followers, [---] engagements
"United States Marines & ADF join forces in Exercise Koolendong [----] Australian Defence Force and United States Marines conduct Exercise Koolendong [----] at Bradshaw Field Training Area Northern Territory. Exercise Koolendong [----] is the largest combined exercise in the 10-year history of Marine Rotational Force - Darwin with capabilities and personnel from the Australian Army Royal Australian Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force linking with the United States Marine Corps in the Northern Territorys Bradshaw Field Training Area. More here:"
YouTube Link 2021-09-01T08:35Z 50.6K followers, 10.8K engagements
"ADF Exercise Bersama Lima [----] - HMAS Ballarat Combined Naval Gunfire Support HMAS Ballarat and Republic of Singapore Victory-class Corvette RSS Vigilance conducted a combined Naval Gunfire Support activity during Exercise Bersama Lima [--]. Exercise Bersama Lima [----] (BL25) is an annual Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) exercise taking place from [--] September [--] October [----] in Malaysia Singapore and the FPDA exercise area including the South China Sea. A contingent of around [---] ADF personnel deployed to work alongside other FPDA nations Malaysia New Zealand Singapore and the United"
YouTube Link 2025-10-08T01:36Z 76K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Exercise Bersama Shield - C-27J Spartan In April [----] a contingent of approximately [---] Australian Defence Force personnel including HMAS Sydney and a RAAF C-27J Spartan aircraft deployed to Malaysia to conduct Exercise BERSAMA SHIELD [----] (BS25). BS25 is an annual training exercise conducted by nations of the Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) Australia Malaysia New Zealand Singapore and the United Kingdom. BS25 aims to enhance interoperability and strengthen the professional relationships of FPDA nations through the conduct of combined joint maritime land and air operations in a"
YouTube Link 2025-04-22T06:51Z 54.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Exercise Capital OTP - 3rd Battalion & 2nd Cavalry Regiment prep for Talisman Sabre [----] #shorts Tanks and infantry fought side by side against a fictional enemy in a training activity that developed an efficient and lethal combined arms team. πͺ π« M1A1 Abrams tanks from the 2nd Cavalry Regiment (2CAV) and mechanised infantry from the 3rd Battalion Royal Australian Regiment (3RAR) worked together in the field to hone their warfighting craft during Exercise Capital OTP. #youradf #ausarmy"
YouTube Link 2023-06-29T22:00Z 68.7K followers, 99.3K engagements
"ADF Exercise Diamond Run concludes Australian Army personnel from Brisbanes 7th Brigade and other supporting elements from throughout Army the Royal Australian Air Force Royal Australian Navy and New Zealand Defence Force conducted Exercise Diamond Run from 10-20 August [----] at Shoalwater Bay Training Area. The exercise tested the Brigades ability to rapidly deploy defeat a well-equipped enemy survive and fight through simulated attacks from chemical weapons. The New Zealand Army sent infantry logistics and catering personnel. This demonstration of an integrated 'Anzac' force was an important"
YouTube Link 2024-09-12T21:00Z 65.4K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF and US Marines in Combined Task Force Ginan - Exercise Koolendong [----] Australian Defence Force and United States Marines conduct Exercise Koolendong [----] at Bradshaw Field Training Area Northern Territory. Exercise Koolendong [----] is the largest combined exercise in the 10-year history of Marine Rotational Force - Darwin with capabilities and personnel from the Australian Army Royal Australian Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force linking with the United States Marine Corps in the Northern Territorys Bradshaw Field Training Area. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence"
YouTube Link 2021-09-10T10:37Z 69K followers, 10.4K engagements
"Defence staff boost medical skills with hospital partnership The Australian Defence Force has partnered with John Hunter Hospital (JHH) in Newcastle to enhance the clinical skills of Air Force doctors nurses medical technicians and radiologists. Under the Joint Health Command led Clinical Placement Deed arrangement with Hunter New England Local Health District No. [--] Expeditionary Health Squadron (2EHS) Williamtown staff conduct routine placements at JHH the main teaching hospital for the University of Newcastle. The Clinical Placements play a vital role in Air Force medical staff maintaining"
YouTube Link 2021-05-19T02:40Z 75.9K followers, [---] engagements
"ADF CDF Visits Operation Kudu The Chief of the Defence Force Admiral David Johnson AC RAN visited Australian Army and Armed Forces of Ukraine soldiers on Operation Kudu in the United Kingdom. Operation Kudu is the Australian Defence Force's commitment to the training of Armed Forces of Ukraine personnel. Australia has supported the UK-led multinational training mission Operation INTERFLEX under Operation KUDU since January [----] which was expanded in January [----] to include a junior leader training program. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia:"
YouTube Link 2024-10-08T05:32Z 45.4K followers, 11.2K engagements
"ADF HMAS Toowoomba prepares for Regional Presence Deployment The Royal Australian Navy is undertaking a Regional Presence Deployment in Southeast and Northeast Asia. During the deployment HMA Ships Brisbane Stalwart and Toowoomba will conduct training exercises and other engagements with Australias regional partners. Regional Presence Deployments demonstrate Australias commitment to and engagement with the region. The deployments play a vital role in Australias long-term security and prosperity by protecting Australias interests preserving a rules-based order enhancing cooperation and"
YouTube Link 2023-09-28T01:55Z 52.9K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Through adversity to the stars - Aircraftman Mausam Ghaley Aircraftman Mausam Ghaley was born in Bhutan and spent most of his youth in a refugee camp in neighbouring Nepal before fleeing to Australia with his mother. He joined Air Force in [----] completing his initial employment training at the RAAF Security and Fire School at RAAF Base Amberley in Queensland. During a speech at his graduation from the Air Base Protection Course AC Ghaley shared his refugee story with the audience. His story of hope and resilience in the face of adversity has since gone on to be shared with the general"
YouTube Link 2024-07-24T05:00Z 39.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Chief of the Defence Force Admiral David Johnston Anzac Day [----] On Anzac Day we mark the landings in Gallipoli of Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) soldiers in [----] and commemorate all Australian personnel who served and died in wars conflicts and peacekeeping operations. We reflect on their courage discipline and self-sacrifice. The Anzac spirit lives on in the hearts and minds of all Australians as we acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who contributed so much to shaping the identity of our nation. Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel across Australia and"
YouTube Link 2025-04-22T06:57Z 55.2K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF 3RAR Sniper Course Urban Training #Shorts Locked loaded and laser-focused π― Physical prowess marksmanship firing from a concealed position without detection stalking navigation judging distance camouflage and concealment were tested during a Sniper Course conducted by soldiers from 3rd Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment. Watch the full video β‘ https://youtu.be/3qB2GdlwPzY #youradf #ausarmy #training"
YouTube Link 2023-10-22T20:00Z 39.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicle capability pushed to the limit The 2nd/ 14th Light Horse Regiment completed capability testing of their Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles (CRV) at the Townsville Field Training Area. They live-fired their MAG-58 machine guns the new digitised 30mm Main Turret and smoke canisters from their Grenade Launching System on the range. The Boxer CRV crews also honed their vehicle craft through rugged terrain and fighting against a theoretical enemy across the landscape. This was the first activity where they could fully test their transition training from the"
YouTube Link 2021-10-07T04:03Z 76.2K followers, 56.8K engagements
"ADF Exercise Balikatan [----] Around [---] Australian Defence Force personnel have arrived in the Philippines to participate in the 40th iteration of Exercise BALIKATAN from [--] April to [--] May [----]. Held annually BALIKATAN is designed to enhance military interoperability and readiness in support of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines. The ADF contingent includes conventional and special forces from the Australian Army and Royal Australian Air Force exercising tactical air components coastal defence and security sustainment medical support and multinational"
YouTube Link 2025-05-16T04:43Z 75.2K followers, 17K engagements
"Australia delivers military assistance to the Ukrainian Government Australia has joined international allies and partners in providing military assistance to the Government of Ukraine following Russias senseless and illegal invasion of Ukraine sovereignty. Royal Australian Air Force transport aircraft are assisting with the transportation of the critical humanitarian and defensive supplies. Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClms. Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustr."
YouTube Link 2022-03-10T05:11Z 68.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Exercise Silicon Brolga #Shorts That's gun π« Go behind the scenes with 3rd Brigade during live-fire activities featuring an 81mm mortar and a mounted MAG58 Machine Gun as part of Exercise Silicon Brolga. Personnel also conducted an urban-breaching serial which involved setting explosives on the door of the compound safely blowing the door off its hinges then entering the building to neutralise a notional threat. #Shorts #YourADF"
YouTube Link 2023-03-16T20:00Z 45.6K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF Exercise Brolga Run [----] The Australian Armys 3rd Brigade deployed to the Townsville Field Training Area and Ingham to conduct Exercise Brolga Run. Exercise Brolga Run [----] is a multilateral combined arms exercise involving capabilities and personnel from the Australian Defence Force US Army and Marine Corps Papua New Guinea Defence Force and Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force. #youradf #ausarmy Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2024-06-16T00:30Z 70.1K followers, [----] engagements
"ADF The ADF takes on Thanksgiving #shorts HMAS Brisbane ships company celebrated Thanksgiving on the flight deck of the ship while undertaking a five-month interchangeability deployment in the US. This enabled Australian and US ships and squadrons to integrate fully into each others fleet and operate seamlessly. πͺβ #YourADF #AusNavy #StrongerTogether Want even more videos like this Subscribe to Defence Australia: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmsPZM64f-WDZ_WREdXLfQsub_confirmation=1 Connect with the Department of Defence: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defenceaustralia/ Instagram:"
YouTube Link 2024-12-02T20:00Z 73.5K followers, [----] engagements
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