A bizarre slide from an ADF presentation has emerged, attempting to explain the differences between men and women.
08th June 2020 6:06 PM
MILITARY buffs with a spare $1 stand a chance to snag authentic ex-Australian Defence Force vehicles for less than the cost...
05th Aug. 2019 11:08 AM
Open day to held this Saturday at the Rockhampton Showgrounds
04th July 2019 9:07 AM
Bowen's contribution to the Australian Defence Force could pay off in a big way.
16th March 2019 4:03 PM
THIS Kingaroy student priest had his eyes set on joining the defence force before a chance encounter turned his focus to...
03rd Dec. 2018 4:12 PM
THE Defence Force and Police will play for the Brett Forte Memorial Cup as they come together to pay tribute to the fallen...
29th Sept. 2018 5:09 AM
FOR the first time, Queenslanders have a comprehensive picture of the size and needs of the state's Defence family.
07th Aug. 2018 11:08 AM
This weekend is the Sunshine Coast's first ever aviation expo, here's what's in store.
03rd Aug. 2018 10:08 AM
The Observer understands the truck's brakes may have had issues prior to the crash.
05th July 2018 2:07 PM
THE special forces responsible for stopping terror attacks in Australia are set to get greater powers after a defence force...
28th June 2018 12:06 PM
SERGEANT Paul Cale is one of Australia’s toughest soldiers. Here’s what life is like when you’re tasked with killing...
25th June 2018 3:06 PM
Ipswich will be at the centre of a $10m investment aimed at creating up to 3500 jobs in the defence industry.
21st June 2018 12:06 PM
How Stanthorpe's Anzac Day parade inspired this Liston boy's army goals.
25th April 2018 3:04 PM
I feel compelled to write about my disgust at Senator Pauline Hanson inappropriately using a photo of herself in an ADF...
24th April 2018 7:04 AM
Fast jets and Army helicopters will be increasing activity as part of support for Queensland Police during the Commonwealth...
26th March 2018 12:03 PM
Vivienne Stanbury reflects on the fight to establish a new facility for Ipswich personnel.
08th March 2018 7:03 AM
A NEW study has revealed which workplaces are most likely to cause a couple to divorce, even before the age of 30.
27th Feb. 2018 8:02 AM
THE United States is set to retire its most potent aircraft, the B2 ‘Spirit’ stealth bomber, early. The next best — the B1...
13th Feb. 2018 12:02 PM
BAE Systems Australia showcase AMV35 APC.
13th Feb. 2018 11:02 AM
AUSTRALIA is getting ready to replace the Army’s existing Australian Light Armoured Vehicle and the frontrunner is as scary...
13th Feb. 2018 11:02 AM
Christmas Care Packs for the Troops founder Tam Geritz is calling for donations
13th Oct. 2017 4:10 PM
The blast was heard as far south as Gatcombe Head.
30th Sept. 2017 3:09 PM
A 35-TONNE military combat 'super tank' is set to roll onto the Coast this morning.
08th Sept. 2017 5:09 AM
Military vehicles travelling up coast in bid Land 400 deal.
06th Sept. 2017 3:09 PM
QUEENSLAND towns will see first-hand the benefits of a potential new defence industry when Rheinmetall Defence Australia...
05th Sept. 2017 8:09 AM
Calling all painters, cleaners, bird proofers and 38 other trades.
17th Aug. 2017 1:08 PM
A SUNSHINE Coast man has taken to the seas, embarking on the career of a lifetime.
27th July 2017 5:07 AM
After three years and army suspension, judge orders no conviction for soldier
11th July 2017 6:07 AM
TROOPER Stuart James Reddan's love for the army became evident when he was three years old in day care.
17th May 2017 5:05 AM
PRESSURE of playing in front of thousands may worry plenty of us, but it's no sweat for this experienced Anzac bagpiper.
25th April 2017 6:04 AM
FROM school captain to defence force personnel, it's been a whirlwind three years for Reanna Morrison.
23rd April 2017 12:04 PM
Coastal training flight provides opportunity to watch giant Air Force Aircraft
11th April 2017 10:04 AM
READJUSTING to civilian life can be a challenge for ex-military personnel, and finding and settling into a new career is...
01st April 2017 5:04 AM
Peter Shannon announces Oakey law suit to proceed.
17th March 2017 7:03 PM
ROCKHAMPTON Regional Council will turn to its defence advisor in a bid to get a global military specialist to set up its...
27th Feb. 2017 5:02 AM
Shoalwater Bay Training Area will be expanded, absorbing 30-40 other properties
09th Jan. 2017 6:01 AM
'MASSIVE recruitment drive' bring 50 tax-free jobs to Gladstone.
01st Dec. 2016 5:12 PM
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ALL eyes to the skies this morning as the Super Hornets No. 6 squadron flies over the Sunshine Coast for the last time.
23rd Nov. 2016 9:11 AM
THE Invictus Games, a worldwide sporting competition for wounded defence force veterans, will come to Sydney in 2018.
12th Nov. 2016 3:11 PM
THE $1b military grounds investment for Shoalwater Bay is expected to have benefits flowed on to Gladstone contractors and...
04th Nov. 2016 5:11 PM
Have you ever wondered what life is like for people in the defence force?
04th Nov. 2016 2:11 PM
ST SAVIOURS College student Jessica Gardner is preparing herself for a job underwater
27th Aug. 2016 6:08 AM
A WORLD War I soldier from Bundaberg whose remains were identified 100 years after his death was recognised at a ceremony...
25th July 2016 2:07 PM
NO MATTER which party we vote for, I think it is essential that Lisa Neaton’s plan to resettle 400 defence force families...
13th June 2016 10:06 AM
WOW! Surely some of the expenses claimed by some staff at the Department of Defence are not included in their normal...
10th May 2016 9:05 AM
THE power of social media has reunited a military medal with its rightful owner after a public appeal.
25th April 2016 2:04 PM
NORTHERN Rivers veterans Jamie Tanner and Luke Clibbom are gearing up to head overseas to represent Australia in the third...
19th April 2016 11:04 AM
MY HEART has broken at least three times in the past week.
18th April 2016 12:04 PM
AIR Force cadets were at the Ballina airport today for a training mission in one of Defence's hardest working aircraft, the...
06th April 2016 11:04 AM
No clubrooms, no worries for the Bundaberg Surf Life Saving club.
05th April 2016 9:04 AM
