2025 Pride Ball Wrap-Up

Thank you to everyone who joined us at this year’s Pride Ball. What an unforgettable night! The room was filled with celebration, connection, and pride, and it was incredible to see so many members of our Defence community come together to support and uplift one another.

We were honoured by the strong support shown from the highest levels of Defence leadership, including the Governor-General and the Minister for Defence Personnel. Their presence and engagement sent a powerful message: that LGBTIQA+ people are valued, respected, and recognised for the contributions we make across Defence and Australian Public Service roles every day.

The evening was full of laughter, conversations, and new friendships. Whether you travelled far or were local, we hope you felt welcomed, celebrated, and connected.

And of course — the photos are now live!
📸 View and download them here: 2025 Pride Ball photos

Events like the Pride Ball remind us why community matters. They give us space to be ourselves, to recognise our shared experiences, and to stand proudly together.

To everyone who attended, volunteered, organised, supported, or cheered us on, thank you! We hope you had a wonderful time, and we look forward to seeing you at future DEFGLIS events across the year.