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The first Australian-made Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System missiles have been successfully test-fired at the Woomera Test Range in South Australia.
The surface-to-surface missiles are capable of precisely striking targets beyond traditional artillery range, acquired under the Australian Army’s long-range fires program.
In addition, this is the live-fire conducted by Australian High Mobility Artillery Rocket System since their delivery in March last year.
The successful firing is envisioned to expand the long-range strike capability of the Australian Army and demonstrates the federal government’s commitment to building the nation’s sovereign defence industry.
Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy said the Australian-made GMLRS missiles will provide a pathway for future long‑range fires munitions, such as the Precision Strike Missile and hypersonic weapons, to be locally manufactured.
“Making missiles in Australia is central to Australia’s national defence resilience,” Minister Conroy said.
“Australia is now the only country outside the United States to make the GMLRS missile, providing opportunities for Australian industry to enter into global supply chains.
“This successful test-firing is a major milestone for Australia’s sovereign guided weapons capability, demonstrating concrete progress in strengthening our national self‑reliance and delivering a defence future made in Australia.”
The test-firing follows the December 2025 opening of a new dedicated facility at Port Wakefield, South Australia.
Australian suppliers will be progressively introduced into the GMLRS supply chain under the federal government’s $320 million commitment to uplift local companies to manufacture GMLRS components.
Robert Dougherty
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