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The Typhoon Mk 25 is a stabilized gun mount, designed to accommodate the 25 mm marine Bushmaster gun. Specifications Function: close-in weapon system Manufacturer: Mount: General Motors Defence Australia (GMDA) under licence from Rafael…

The RIM-162 Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile (ESSM) is an improved version of the RIM-7P NATO Sea Sparrow Missile. The ESSM has enhanced speed and manoeuvrability compared to the original Sea Sparrow. The ESSM is launched from the Mark 41 Vertical…

The RGM-84 Harpoon is a ship-launched, all-weather, over-the-horizon, anti-ship missile. Its low-level, sea-skimming cruise trajectory, active radar guidance and warhead design assure high survivability and effectiveness. Harpoon Block II expands…

The Phalanx close-in weapons system (CIWS) provides Navy ships with a rapid-fire, computer controlled, radar guided gun system for defence against anti-ship missiles. Specifications Function: anti-ship missile defence Manufacturer: Raytheon Systems…

Nulka is an Australian designed and developed active missile decoy built through Australian and American collaboration. It is a rocket-propelled, disposable, off board, active decoy with a unique design in that it hovers in mid-air while seducing…

The DS30B is a marinised, stabilized gun mount, which accommodates the Oerlikon 30 mm cannon. The DS30B arms the Huon-class coastal minehunters and is the only 30 mm gun in service in the Australian Defence Force. The DS30B mounts on the…

The AGM-114N Hellfire missile is a precision air-to-ground weapon delivering multi-target capability and strike lethality. It is capable of attacking targets out to eight kilometres and reaches speeds in excess of Mach 1. The AGM-114N variant…

Defence understands the impacts the military way of life has on ADF members and families. There are various programs and initiatives in place that help balance the demands of service life with the needs of families.

Commander Australian Fleet (COMAUSFLT), also referred to as Fleet Commander, is a senior appointment in the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), holding full command of all Navy combat forces and responsibility for all maritime operations within the Australian Defence Force (ADF). The rank associated with the position is Rear Admiral (2-star).

The Royal Australian Navy is a modern military organisation operating advanced vessels and aircraft. Its personnel are expertly trained to defend Australia and perform a variety of maritime duties.

Date / Time RAN Band / Ensemble Event name / Address 3 May 2025 4 pm - 5:30 pm Sydney - Wind Band Sydney Conservatorium of Music Woodwind Day 2025 Sydney Conservatorium of Music1 Conservatorium RoadSydney 3 May 2025 11 am WA - Bugle…

Date / Time RAN Band / Ensemble Event name / location 6 June 2025 11 am - 11:30 am Melbourne - Parade Band 81st Anniversary of D. Day Landings in Normandy France Normandy Veterans Association South / East Australian Branch No 83 6 June…

Royal Australian Navy’s HMAS Cairns is proud to welcome the community to their Open Day. Explore a range of displays and meet current-serving Officers and Sailors from HMAS Cairns’ Clearance Diving team, Navy Hydrographic Meteorological &…

The Royal Australian Navy are proud to welcome Tassie locals to visit HMAS Choules in Hobart. Come and visit for a fun evening out with the family, meet current-serving Sailors and Officers and gain a first-hand view of what life in the Navy is…

The Civilian Engineer Development Program (CEDP) is one of the most comprehensive development programs in Australia. The initiative, operated by the Head of Navy Engineering (HNE), plays a critical role in delivering current and future Navy capabilities.

Wednesday 02 April 2025 marks the 20th anniversary of the crash of Royal Australian Navy Sea King helicopter call sign ‘Shark 02’ on the Indonesian island of Nias while conducting humanitarian assistance operations after the Boxing Day tsunami,…

Australia’s rich naval history and its achievements enhance the current Navy and shape the future maritime force.

Date / Time RAN Band / Ensemble Event name / location 2 April 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Sydney - Wind Band St Andrew's Band Call St Andrew's Cathedral 3 April 2025 11 am - 12 pm Sydney - Parade Band RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC…

Date / Time RAN Band / Ensemble Event name / location 1 March 2025  10:00 am  WA - Parade Band with Vocals  HMAS Perth Memorial HMAS Perth(1) Memorial Foundation Lot 7773, Riverside Road, East Fremantle WA 6158 1…

The Royal Australian Navy are proud to host Navy Week events across Australia from 3 – 9 March 2025. As part of these celebrations several events will be taking place across Queensland.  One of these events will be a Ceremonial Sunset on…

The Royal Australian Navy are proud to host Navy Week events across Australia from 3 – 9 March 2025.   Join us at Semaphore foreshore for a Beat to Quarters and Ceremonial Sunset ceremony from 7:30 pm to 8:15 pm, featuring the Navy…

HMAS Cerberus will open its doors to the public to showcase the base and its capabilities.  Navy technical training displays  Navy small boats and seamanship displays  Navy recruit school displays  Navy Band concerts and…

The Royal Australian Navy are proud to host Navy Week events across Australia from 3 – 9 March 2025.   Come and visit for a fun day out with the family, meet current-serving Sailors and Officers from HMAS Cairns and gain a first-hand…

The Royal Australian Navy are proud to host Navy Week events across Australia.Come and visit for a fun day out with the family, meet current-serving Sailors and Officers and gain a first-hand view of what life in the Navy is like. Whilst…

The Royal Australian Navy are proud to host Navy Week events across Australia from 3 – 9 March 2025.   Come and visit for a fun day out with the family, meet current-serving Sailors and Officers and gain a first-hand view of what…

The Royal Australian Navy are proud to host Navy Week events across Australia from 3 – 9 March 2025.   Please join us for a Royal Australian Navy Band concert at Stephens Place, Rundle Mall. The band will perform 3 sets. Timings are…

The Royal Australian Navy are proud to host Navy Week events across Australia from 3 – 9 March 2025.   Come and visit for a fun day out with the family, meet current-serving Sailors and Officers and gain a first-hand view of what…

As part of Navy Week and celebrating Navy’s 124th Birthday, there will be a Jack Tar Ceremony supported by crew from HMAS Brisbane. This event will remember the servicemen and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice for their country, whilst also…

The Royal Australian Navy are proud to host Navy Week events across Australia. Join us at Wodonga Park for a Beat to Quarters and Ceremonial Sunset ceremony from 5:30pm. This will include firing blank volleys.

The Royal Australian Navy are proud to host Navy Week events across Australia from 3 – 9 March 2025.   Come and visit for a fun day out with the family, meet current-serving Sailors and Officers and gain a first-hand view of what…