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Joint Operations Command (JOC) consists of the Headquarters and specialised components: Special Operations, Border Protection Command, Northern Command, Joint Movements Group and when raised, Joint Task Forc

es. The Headquarters component includes embedded support elements, such as movements, joint and combined exercises, logistics and welfare support for deployed forces. The Headquarters plans, mounts, conducts and controls all Defence operations. The Chief of Joint Operations Command is also responsible for the ADF’s commitment to the Coastwatch civil surveillance program and Border Protection Command tasking, providing maritime surveillance assets that are tasked routinely in accordance with the Government’s direction. More information on the Australian Defence Force’s current operations can be found at www.defence.gov.au/Operations

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Exercise Yama Sakura 91 is underway in Japan 🇯🇵🇺🇸🇦🇺 The trilateral command post exercise enhances interoperability and r...
08/09/2026

Exercise Yama Sakura 91 is underway in Japan 🇯🇵🇺🇸🇦🇺

The trilateral command post exercise enhances interoperability and readiness between Defence Australia, the United States military and the 陸上自衛隊 Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and focuses on planning and conducting large-scale combat operations as part of a coalition force.

Approximately 340 Australian Army personnel participate alongside 1400 U.S. Army Pacific, 350 U.S. Marine Corps and 4,000 JGSDF personnel.

During our visit to Sibolga, a select group of our personnel had the privilege of engaging with local schools, participa...
08/09/2026

During our visit to Sibolga, a select group of our personnel had the privilege of engaging with local schools, participating in sports activities with students, and contributing to school beautification projects, thereby fostering meaningful connection Pacific Partnership 2026!

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Interoperability is a cornerstone of combined and joint military environments, whether it is between branches within the...
08/09/2026

Interoperability is a cornerstone of combined and joint military environments, whether it is between branches within the Australian Defence Force (ADF) or the ability for the ADF to work with external organisations. International exercises such as Pacific Partnership 2026 are prime examples of interoperability in action. 💪

The embarked multinational contingent have been working together all around the ship, from helping maintain equipment to performing emergency dental surgeries to sharing their culinary skills in the galley to keep the entire ship well fed.

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Read more: https://news.defence.gov.au/navy/activity/2026-08-04/cooperation-name-game

HMAS Supply II has successfully rescued a solo Canadian traveller stranded approximately 1,000 kilometres east-south-eas...
07/09/2026

HMAS Supply II has successfully rescued a solo Canadian traveller stranded approximately 1,000 kilometres east-south-east of Christmas Island.

The complex search and rescue operation, led by Australian Maritime Safety Authority - AMSA, saw the Royal Australian Navy auxiliary oiler replenishment vessel reposition to assist, utilising embarked MH-60R Seahawk, Blackout to retrieve the sailor and bring him safely aboard.

Read more: http://spr.ly/6182BG1X6n

07/09/2026

Last week, delivered more than 26 tonnes of humanitarian assistance and disaster relief supplies to communities in Nepal affected by the devastating flooding disaster.

Delivered by Royal Australian Air Force C-17A Globemaster III, the supplies included hygiene kits, solar lighting, and other humanitarian support as well as associated specialist personnel.

The mission supports the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade's $8 million humanitarian response to the disaster.

Working together for a secure Pacific   gave a lift to our Pacific Police Support Group partners this week ahead of the ...
02/09/2026

Working together for a secure Pacific

gave a lift to our Pacific Police Support Group partners this week ahead of the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting.

Travelling via Royal Australian Air Force C-130J Hercules, Pacific Police Support Group personnel are in Palau to support a safe and secure environment for this important regional event.

The Pacific Islands Forum is the region’s leading political and economic policy organisation, bringing member nations together to strengthen cooperation, promote prosperity and enhance regional security.

Australia is proud to work hand-in-hand with Pacific partners for a peaceful and prosperous region.

31/08/2026

🌏🤝 Representatives from 21 nations have come together to plan Talisman Sabre 2027!

The conference marks the first major milestone in shaping what will be the largest and most complex Talisman Sabre to date. Through collaborative planning, partners are strengthening interoperability, readiness and regional security across the Indo-Pacific.

Australian High Commission, Fiji, Canada in Australia, U.S. Embassy Australia, L'Australie en France, Embassy of Japan in Australia, Korean Embassy in Australia 주호주한국대사관, Australian High Commission Papua New Guinea, Australian High Commission in Malaysia, Australian High Commission, New Zealand, Australia in The Philippines, Australian High Commission, Singapore, Australian Embassy, Thailand, Australia in Tonga, Australian High Commission in the United Kingdom

Soldiers from the Australian Army have arrived in Japan for Exercise Yama Sakura. The 🇯🇵🇺🇸🇦🇺 activity will see our peopl...
29/08/2026

Soldiers from the Australian Army have arrived in Japan for Exercise Yama Sakura.

The 🇯🇵🇺🇸🇦🇺 activity will see our people training alongside 陸上自衛隊 Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and U.S. Army Pacific to deepen our close regional partnerships and enhance interoperability between our forces.

Training today, ready tomorrow. 🇦🇺 🤝 🇺🇸Following a successful Osprey fast roping exercise in Darwin, Australia, US Marin...
26/08/2026

Training today, ready tomorrow. 🇦🇺 🤝 🇺🇸

Following a successful Osprey fast roping exercise in Darwin, Australia, US Marine Corps Capt. Mathew Goings gathered Marines from 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment to discuss performance, teamwork, and the importance of continuous improvement.

As part of Marine Rotational Force - Darwin 26, Marines participate in rigorous training designed to enhance interoperability with the Australian Defence Force and regional partners, ensuring a capable and forward-ready force throughout the Indo-Pacific.

US force posture cooperation is the foundational element of our shared commitment to operationalise the Alliance. It allows us to support deterrence efforts in the Indo-Pacific and enhance interoperability and collaboration between US and Australian militaries.

Capt. Goings, a native of Louisiana, helps lead these efforts as Marines sharpen critical expeditionary skills and strengthen enduring partnerships across the region.

U.S. Marine Corps, Marine Rotational Force Darwin

Australia, the Philippines and the United States have completed a Maritime Cooperative Activity in the Philippines’ Excl...
26/08/2026

Australia, the Philippines and the United States have completed a Maritime Cooperative Activity in the Philippines’ Exclusive Economic Zone from 19-25 August.

The activity brought together ships, aircraft and personnel from all three nations, including HMAS Supply and a RAAF P-8A Poseidon, to strengthen interoperability and reinforce support for a peaceful, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific.

Activities like this demonstrate Australia’s commitment to regional security, freedom of navigation and international cooperation, while enhancing our collective ability to respond to shared maritime challenges.

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