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
Army is leading The Korean War Project, which aims to update the case files of all Australian soldiers who remain missing in action and presumed dead from the Korean War.
https://www.army.gov.au/our-work/recovering-lost-soldiers/korean-war
At the end of the Vietnam War 6 Australian servicemen were still listed as missing in action.
https://www.army.gov.au/our-work/recovering-lost-soldiers/vietnam-war
Of the more than 12,000 Australian servicemen and women who remain unaccounted for from World War Two, more than 7000 of them were members of the Australian Army.
https://www.army.gov.au/our-work/recovering-lost-soldiers/second-world-war
Over 60,000 Australians gave their lives during the First World War. Army continues to work towards finding those that have no known grave.
https://www.army.gov.au/our-work/recovering-lost-soldiers/first-world-war
Relatives of soldiers missing in action or presumed dead can register their details with Army.
https://www.army.gov.au/our-work/recovering-lost-soldiers/missing-soldier-relatives-database
The investigation process begins with comprehensive research by a team of forensic and historical experts. They examine the data and records related to the soldier's service history, area of operation, and forces that fought in the area of interest.
https://www.army.gov.au/our-work/recovering-lost-soldiers/identification-recovery-process
Australian Defence Force (ADF) helicopters and personnel will conduct training in vicinity of Victoria Barracks, New South Wales from 03 to 05 December 2025. The training will be conducted throughout the day and night.
Members of the public…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2025-12-03/australian-defence-force-training-activity
The role of Defence Chaplaincy is to provide spiritual and pastoral support to Army’s people by bringing honour to the dead, comfort to the sick, hope to those in distress, and support to all.
https://www.army.gov.au/about-us/army-corps/royal-australian-army-chaplains-department
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
Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel will conduct live firing training activities in the Holsworthy area, over the February to December period.
The training will be conducted during the day and night and may involve responses to simulated…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2026-02-01/australian-defence-force-training-activity
World Class to World Best Conference 2025 Chief of Army Keynote Address
‘Will to Fight and Will to Win’
ASC leaders, coaches, scientists and staff, ladies and gentlemen.
Good afternoon to you all. It is both a pleasure and a privilege to speak to…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/speeches-and-transcripts/2025-11-19/world-class-world-best-conference-chief-army-keynote-address
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
Our goal is to deliver a world-class event which results in an unrivalled partnership, demonstrating support for serving members, veterans and the wider community.
Run Army is a great way for people to come together for a fun running event,…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/events/2026-03-29/run-army-2026
Honoured guests, colleagues, historians, good morning and welcome to the Chief of Army’s History Conference for 2025.
It is a rare honour to stand for the second time this year in the Great Hall of Parliament House, the home of Australian democracy…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/speeches-and-transcripts/2025-11-19/opening-address-chief-army-history-conference-2025
Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel will conduct live firing training activities in the Holsworthy area, over the February to December period.
The training will be conducted during the day and night and may involve responses to simulated…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2025-02-10/australian-defence-force-training-activity
About
The Australian Army Signals Museum collects, preserves and exhibits the history of the Royal Australian Corps of Signals. The museum collection ranges from World War I, World War II and the Vietnam War through to current deployments overseas.…
https://www.army.gov.au/community/engage-and-learn/army-museums/australian-army-signals-museum
The Australian Defence Force is conducting RAAF flights and bombing within the confines of the Townsville Field Training Area from 20 November to 19 December 2025. This may generate noise.
These activities may occur daily during all hours.…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2025-11-20/australian-defence-force-training-activity
Find out more about Army personnel who hold prominent leadership postions.
https://www.army.gov.au/about-us/leadership/joint-leadership
The Australian Army is committed to supporting the Whole of Australian Government ‘Closing the Gap’ Strategy and the Defence Reconciliation Action Plan.
https://www.army.gov.au/our-work/strategy/indigenous-initiatives
Army supports the Australian Government’s Closing the Gap commitment made in 2008 to improve the lives of Indigenous Australians.
https://www.army.gov.au/community/indigenous-engagement
Australian Defence Force (ADF) helicopters and personnel will conduct aviation training across the Greater Sydney region, Wollongong and Goulburn periodically from 13 October 2025 to 30 November 2025.
The training will be conducted throughout the…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2025-10-13/australian-defence-force-helicopter-activities
The Australian Defence Force will be conducting training activities involving high explosives in Majura Training Area from 9 to 12 November 2025.
These activities will generate noise and vibrations that may potentially be heard or felt some distance…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2025-11-09/army-training-activity
Find out about vehicles used for transporting and fighting, and remote and uncrewed observation equipment.
https://www.army.gov.au/equipment/vehicles-and-surveillance
Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) provide Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) support for land force operations.
https://www.army.gov.au/equipment/vehicles-and-surveillance/uncrewed-aerial-vehicles
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/2025-02-07/march-out-parade-kapooka
The Australian Defence Force is conducting training activities which may generate noise within the confines of the Wide Bay Training Area from 05 Nov to 13 Dec 2025.
These activities may occur between the hours of 7:00am to 9.…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2025-11-05/army-training-activity
Army is conducting training activities across Brymaroo and surrounding areas from 3 November to 30 November 2025.
The community can expect an increase in Army personnel, aircraft, vehicles and equipment for the duration of this activity. This may…
https://www.army.gov.au/news-and-events/noise-and-training-notices/2025-11-03/army-training-activity
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
Major General Gould assumed command as the Special Operations Commander Australia on 12 July 2024.
https://www.army.gov.au/about-us/leadership/special-operations-command