Thank you to His Royal Highness Crown Prince Tupouto’a ‘Ulukalala & Brigadier General Lord Fielakepa, for welcoming me back to Tonga. The Defence relationship between 🇦🇺🤝🇹🇴 continues to deepen as we work towards our shared goal of regional security.

Vinaka vakalevu (thank you very much) Major-General Jone Kalouniwai Jone Kalouniwai Logavatu, it’s always a pleasure to visit Fiji & meet with you & the Republic of Fiji Military Forces. 🇦🇺 & 🇫🇯 share a strong & enduring bilateral relationship, underpinned by our recently enhanced #Vuvale Partnership.

It was a privilege to attend #AnzacDay2024 Commemorative Services in New Zealand today.

Defence senior leaders & personnel commemorated Anzac Day ceremonies in Australia & around world. Reflecting on the past, we gain strength from the Anzacs’ legacy of courage & comradeship.

Anzac Day holds a very special place in the bond between 🇦🇺 & 🇳🇿. Each year we gather before dawn to remember those who have served in defence of our freedom - Lest we forget

Join the Aust War Memorial in honouring those who have served our nation in all wars, conflicts, & peacekeeping & humanitarian operations. We also acknowledge the impact that service has on families, and for some, the difficulties of life after service. facebook.com/events/9649160…

Applications have opened for the 2025 ADF Gap Year!

The 12 month program offers young Australians an opportunity to shape their future & make a lasting impact, while being immersed in #YourADF , learning valuable lifelong skills & earning a good wage.

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The #NDS2024 & Integrated Investment Program will deliver a focused & integrated force for #YourADF . This will provide new opportunities for our people, supported throughout their career to reach their full potential. bit.ly/3UjIFnY

An uplifting opportunity to meet with #YourADF ’s junior & senior NCOs at RAAF Base Amberley today & to speak on ethical leadership & its role in enhancing Defence culture & capability.

#YourADF participated in the inaugural 🇦🇺, 🇯🇵, 🇵🇭 & 🇺🇸 Maritime Cooperative Activity within the Philippine Exclusive Economic Zone. The MCA demonstrates a collective commitment to promote & strengthen cooperation in support of a free, open & inclusive Indo-Pacific.

The 🇦🇺 & 🇺🇸 alliance is integral to strengthening security, peace & prosperity in the Indo-Pacific. It was an honour to welcome my good friend ADM Aquilino to #CBR to discuss #YourADF & U.S. Indo-Pacific Command commitment to enhancing interoperability & cooperation with our partners & allies.

Congratulations to #YourADF senior leaders recommended by Government for Command appointments, today!

Watch 🎥 the new ADF Careers campaign ‘Up There’ - encouraging Australians to explore a career in the Royal Australian Air Force ✈️

The difference you can make is limitless! To find out more about the exciting & diverse #YourADF career options visit #ADFCareers : adfcareers.gov.au

The US Marines are arriving in the Northern Territory ready for the 13th Marine Rotational Force – Darwin (MRF-D). MRF-D rotations continue to deepen interoperability between #YourADF & the US, as well as regional partners, through increased combined training & exercises.

An E-7A Wedgetail visited Canberra today, to demonstrate why it’s one of the most advanced airspace battle management capabilities in the world!

The Royal Australian Air Force Wedgetail recently completed its six-month deployment on Op Kudu, supported by up to 100 #YourADF personnel.

A splendid Sydney morning to speak with Defence’s emerging leaders at the inaugural Defence Leadership Summit.

Defence’s future leadership will be shaped by our junior NCOs, officers, & APS, & their agility to lead, grow & evolve.

An uplifting Royal Australian Air Force birthday celebration last night, recognising distinguished performance across the force.

Congratulations on 103 years of service! ‘Slipped the surly bonds of Earth.’

The ADF Arts for Recovery, Resilience, Teamwork and Skills program is calling for nominations! The program assists #YourADF personnel & veterans re-set & re-build through four weeks of creative expression bit.ly/48Q9MeF

Great to welcome Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff, General Brawner Jr to CBR. The Philippines is an important Indo-Pacific partner, exemplified by our Enhanced Defence Cooperation Program. #YourADF is committed to our continued cooperation in support of a peaceful & prosperous region.