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Defence, government and industry leadership have attended the highly anticipated inaugural Progress Report Luncheon held in Sydney this week.
The event, hosted by Defence Connect, brought together leaders to spotlight real progress for women in Australia’s defence sector on 26 March.
Speakers highlighted initiatives already delivering measurable impact and shared lessons for building inclusive, high-performing teams, according to Defence Connect senior account manager Natasha Taylor, who attended the event.
“The Progress Report Luncheon is a cornerstone event for Australia’s defence industry, where leaders converge to share insights, drive innovation and shape the future of capability,” she said.
“It’s more than just a gathering; it’s an opportunity to witness real progress in workforce development and diversity within the defence industry.
“One of those crucial must-attend events committed to strengthening skills, growing talent and driving workforce excellence across defence industry.
“Progress in defence is built not in isolation, but through shared insights, commitment and action across the industry.”
Principal partner Kinetic IT reinforced industry’s role in translating diversity commitments into tangible workforce outcomes.
Attendees left with practical insights and renewed momentum to drive lasting cultural and organisational change.
“Fantastic, the luncheon showcases the transformative power of defence industry leadership in building a resilient, future-ready defence industrial base,” said Momentum Markets government relations manager Stephen Kuper, who attended the event.
“Bringing together industry, government and defence leaders, it’s an exceptional platform for defence leadership to exchange strategies, celebrate progress and explore how collaboration is advancing industry priorities.
“The Progress Report Luncheon is where the defence industry comes together to connect, inspire and showcase the real impact of collective effort.”
As Australia’s defence sector continues to evolve, forums like the Progress Report Luncheon are shaping the future of a more diverse, capable and resilient workforce.
