ADA NZ, which is a subsidiary of Australian Defence Apparel Australia, partnered with AWWA Period Care to produce sustainable period care products and donate profits to end period poverty in New Zealand.

ADA NZ research and development team program director Sarah Pender said the ADA NZ team sourced, supplied, evaluated, and procured products to develop period packs for New Zealand Defence personnel.

“This is a positive change for soldiers who previously had no solution, as options were limited to single-use products or were difficult to dispose of while in combat,” Pender said.

“We are proud to help create more inclusivity and to improve the mobility of personnel deployed on the field.

“This is another example of how ADA uses not only textiles and technology to protect our soldiers but is creative in addressing the range of needs for all who serve in the field.”

Made using eco-friendly and reusable products, the period packs include period briefs, reusable/washable pads, menstrual cups and wipes, and dry bags to protect and store the items in wet conditions.

ADA chief executive officer Chris Dixon said ADA supplies uniforms, ballistics, and load carriage for military, police, and healthcare organisations.

“It is projects such as this that evidence the diversity and evolution of ADA and reinforce our commitment to solving problems for our clients,” he said.

“We will continue to support local suppliers to promote sovereign and onshore capability and look forward to continuing these relationships,” Dixon said.

Robert Dougherty

Robert is a senior journalist who has previously worked for Seven West Media in Western Australia, as well as Fairfax Media and Australian Community Media in New South Wales. He has produced national headlines, photography and videography of emergency services, business, community, defence and government news across Australia. Robert graduated with a Bachelor of Arts, Majoring in Public Relations and Journalism at Curtin University, attended student exchange program with Fudan University and holds Tier 1 General Advice certification for Kaplan Professional. Reach out via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or via LinkedIn.