The Essentials of Land Warfare volumes sets out the enduring purpose of the Australian Army and the professional code of honour and conduct expected of Australian Army Generals.
https://www.army.gov.au/our-work/strategy/essentials-land-warfare
CHIEF OF ARMY STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL LAWRENCE O’DONNELL AC
Lieutenant General Lawrence George O’Donnell was a servant of Australia in the truest sense — a soldier, a leader, and a man whose life was defined by commitment to…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/speeches-and-transcripts/2026-03-30/statement-passing-ltgen-lawrence-odonnell
The community can expect louder than normal aircraft noises in relation to aerial Fire Ant baiting within the Greenbank Training Area over the period 27th March 2026 to the 29th of March 2026.
The aerial spraying activities will be conducted by…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2026-03-27/aerial-fire-ant-baiting-program
The Australian Defence Force will be conducting training activities involving high explosives in Majura Training Area on Wednesday 18 March 2026.
These activities will generate noise and vibrations that may potentially be heard or felt some…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2026-03-18/army-training-activity
Australian Army UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters have arrived in Townsville for aviation training activities throughout March 2026.
This essential training program will see Australian Army ground-force soldiers integrate with the Black Hawk…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2026-03-13/army-helicopter-activities
Australian Army personnel and heavy vehicles from 8/9 Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment will operate in and around the Atkinson Dam and Glengarry Education Centre as part of a vital training activity.
The training will occur between…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2026-03-24/army-training-activity
The Australian Army is a national institution, a profession, and a fighting force, built on the foundation of service. Putting soldiers on the ground and in harm’s way, in defence of Australia and its interests, remains a profound expression of…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/events/2026-03-14/australian-army-open-days-2026
A prescribed hazard reduction burn will be conducted on the Cabarlah Close Training Area (Adjacent to Borneo Barracks) which will generate smoke on suitable burn days during the period 09 March 2026 to 10 April 2026.
A smoke haze may be…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2026-03-09/hazard-reduction-burn
Australian Defence Force (ADF) helicopters and personnel will conduct aviation training throughout the Greater Sydney region and New South Wales in February and March 2026.
The training will be conducted throughout the day and night, and involves…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2026-02-23/australian-defence-force-training-activity-0
Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel will conduct live-fire ground and air training activities at Singleton Military Training Area, over the February to December period.
Daily activities may be conducted between the hours of 8:00am and 11:00pm,…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2026-02-25/australian-defence-force-training-activity
The Australian Defence Force is conducting training activities within the confines of the Wide Bay Training Area from 23th Feb to 29th Mar 2025. This may generate noise.
These activities may occur between the hours of 7:00am to…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2026-02-23/australian-defence-force-training-activity
Major General Collingburn assumed command of the 1st (Australian) Division in December 2023.
https://www.army.gov.au/about-us/leadership/1st-australian-division
The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is conducting training activities involving increased flying operations in the Darwin region and across the Northern Territory between 18 and 26 February 2026.
The training will be conducted during the day and…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2026-02-18/australian-defence-force-training-activity-0
In 2026, the Australian Army proudly celebrates 125 years of service to our nation.
https://www.army.gov.au/about-us/who-we-are/celebrating-125-years-our-nation
The Australian Defence Force is conducting main battle tank and artillery live fire activities, and RAAF flights within the confines of the Townsville Field Training Area from 01st March to 12th December 2026. This may generate noise.
These…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2026-03-01/australian-defence-force-training-activity
Firepower: Lessons from WWII Seminar Series
This seminar series examines the decisive role of artillery and joint fires in World War II, highlighting how coordinated firepower shaped the outcomes of major campaigns. Drawing on historical case…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/events/2026-10-14/firepower-seminar-series-seminar-4-joint-fires-littoral-applying-modern-lethal-effects-australias-approaches
Firepower: Lessons from WWII Seminar Series
This seminar series examines the decisive role of artillery and joint fires in World War II, highlighting how coordinated firepower shaped the outcomes of major campaigns. Drawing on historical case…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/events/2026-08-06/firepower-seminar-series-seminar-3-campaign-theatre-adaptation-applying-global-experience-australias-region
Firepower: Lessons from WWII Seminar Series
This seminar series examines the decisive role of artillery and joint fires in World War II, highlighting how coordinated firepower shaped the outcomes of major campaigns. Drawing on historical case…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/events/2026-05-21/firepower-seminar-series-seminar-2-defence-australian-continent
Firepower: Lessons from WWII Seminar Series
This seminar series examines the decisive role of artillery and joint fires in World War II, highlighting how coordinated firepower shaped the outcomes of major campaigns. Drawing on historical case…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/events/2026-03-19/firepower-seminar-series-seminar-1-road-war
Australian Army personnel, heavy vehicles, and towed artillery pieces from the 1st Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery will operate in and around the Coalbank and Haden areas between 16-17 February 2026 as part of an artillery battery deployment…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2026-02-16/army-training-activity
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The Australian Army Museum Puckapunyal collects, preserves and exhibits the history of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps and the Royal Australian Artillery. The museum collection ranges from Boer War, World War I, World War II and…
https://www.army.gov.au/community/engage-and-learn/army-museums/australian-army-museum-puckapunyal
The Australian Army is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected institutions. Army is embedded in Australia’s national story and we have an enduring connection to community and country.
https://www.army.gov.au/home
Australia Day is held annually on January 26th to reflect on our nation’s past and celebrate the Australian spirit, mateship and sense of community. To support Australia Day the Army will be taking part in the following activities:
State
Activity…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/events/2026-01-26/army-support-australia-day
Major General Richard Vagg assumed position as Head Land Capability in March of 2023.
https://www.army.gov.au/about-us/leadership/head-land-capability
It is an honour to be here in Tokyo today: to speak to you about the Australian Army’s friendship with Japan, and about the role of land power in deterring conflict in the Indo-Pacific.
At first glance, Japan and Australia seem very different,…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/speeches-and-transcripts/2025-12-17/land-forces-japan-chief-army-address
The Chief of Army Symposium (CAS) 2026 will be held in conjunction with Land Forces 2026 at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 6 to 8 October 2026.
CAS 2026 is the Australian Army’s premier event. The strategic…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/events/2026-10-06/chief-army-symposium-2026
As part of the 125th Australian Army Birthday celebrations, the Military International Drone Racing Tournament will be on display at Randwick Barracks from 12 to 14 March 2026.
The Australian Defence Force Drone Racing Team will be defending their…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/events/2026-03-12/military-international-drone-racing-tournament-australia-2026
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The Australian Army Museum Duntroon opened in December 2018. It captures the history and tells the stories of Australia’s formal officer training institutions.
The museum holds collections and archives from Army’s prestigious military…
https://www.army.gov.au/community/engage-and-learn/army-museums/australian-army-museum-duntroon
Celebrate an Army recruit's achievement in the March-out Parade
Families and friends of an Army recruit who has completed their training at the 1st Recruit Training Battalion (1RTB), are invited to attend the March-out Parade.
The event marks the…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/events/2026-01-30/march-out-parade-kapooka
Army recognises the demands made on our soldiers and their families. This section provides families with a range of information on services and support organisations.
https://www.army.gov.au/community/members-veterans/family-support