16K views · 134 reactions | Australians are joining the defence force in record numbers, with recruitment reaching its highest level in 15 years. #9News | 9 News Adelaide | Facebook

In an effort to drive up defence force recruitment, the government announced today that it would open up membership of the ADF to permanent residents, starting with New Zealand followed by the US, UK and Canada. There was however some confusion after the announcement as to which other countries' nationals would be eligible in future. Sarah Ferguson interviews Defence Minister Richard Marles. 7.30 – Stream now on ABC iview: https://ab.co/StreamABCiview | 7.30

An unexpected Australian Defence Force training exercise terrified a Sunshine Coast hinterland family and their cat. ✈️ More here 👉 https://bit.ly/489HPi2 | Sunshine Coast Daily

The Fijian soldiers who participated in the training conducted by the Australian Defence Force were commended by the Australian Defence Force Chief, General Angus Campbell yesterday at Queen Elizabeth Barracks in Nabua. More story: https://www.fijivillage.com/news/Australian-Defence-Force-Chief-commends-Fijian-troops-8fx5r4/ | fijivillage