Defending Australia and our interests

The ADF provides a formidable military capability built upon expertly-trained personnel and technically-advanced vessels, vehicles, aircraft and weapons. Working in close cooperation, the Navy, Army and Air Force are tasked with the defence of:

• our nation, its borders and coastline
• our people and their values, and
• our way of life.

Helping communities and supporting international operations

In addition to defending our nation, the ADF supports a broad range of operations in Australia and overseas, including:

• supporting international security and counter-terrorism initiatives
• protecting our borders from illegal activity and incursions
• supporting humanitarian and peacekeeping operations, and
• helping communities affected by natural disasters.