# Indonesia-Australia military cooperation > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indonesia-australia-military-cooperation > Updated: 2026-10-17T03:52:16.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. Indonesia and Australia have engaged in a series of joint military exercises focused on enhancing interoperability and combat readiness. In early October 2026, the 14th Wirra Jaya Ausindo exercise concluded in Semarang, Central Java. This land-based collaboration between the Indonesian and Australian Armies involved approximately 202 personnel and covered training in combat shooting, medical evacuations, and drone-led reconnaissance. Following these land exercises, maritime operations commenced. In Jakarta Bay, the Indonesian National Armed Forces conducted helicopter landing and take-off drills on the aircraft carrier KRI Sriwijaya-100. Concurrently, the Keris Woomera 2026 joint combat exercise began in the waters north of Bali. This naval operation involves the Indonesian Navy and the Australian Defence Force, utilizing various warships and helicopters to test tactical capabilities and synchronize communication procedures for joint maritime operations. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-17: Indonesian military conducts maritime drills and aircraft carrier tests Indonesian and Australian naval forces are conducting joint maritime exercises, including combat drills in Bali and helicopter landing tests on the aircraft carrier KRI Sriwijaya-100. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-military-conducts-maritime-drills-and-aircraft-carrier-tests ### 2026-10-09: Indonesia and Australia conclude Wirra Jaya Ausindo 2026 military exercise Indonesia and Australia concluded the 14th Wirra Jaya Ausindo joint military exercise in Semarang, focusing on combat skills, drone operations, and strengthening bilateral defense cooperation. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-and-australia-conclude-wirra-jaya-ausindo-2026-military-drills --- Cite as: Indonesia-Australia military cooperation. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/indonesia-australia-military-cooperation