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The new strategic arithmetic: Australia, Japan come together to navigate the coming storm
Despite a rocky past, the rapidly deteriorating global environment is strengthening the Australia–Japan relationship, as birds of a feather flock...
May 06 2026
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Ukraine to acquire 1200 Joint Direct Attack Munitions ER under possible US foreign military sale
The US Department of State has announced the approval of a possible US$373.6 million foreign military sale of more than a thousand Joint Direct Attack Munitions Extended...
May 06 2026
Black Hawks return for Exercise Valkyrie Crawl training
UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters have engaged in training exercises with soldiers in Townsville for the second time in over 10 years.
May 06 2026
UK announces new ‘find and strike’ Assured Intent Messaging system
The UK Ministry of Defence has announced the upcoming release of a new “find and strike” digital messaging standard designed to speed up detection of military threats,...
May 06 2026
Philippines to acquire Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopters under possible foreign military sale
The US Department of State has approved the possible US$150 million foreign military sale of Bell 505 Jet Ranger X Helicopters to the government of the Philippines.
May 06 2026
EOS renews sponsorship of Australian Defence Force Drone Racing Team
Defence company Electro Optic Systems has renewed its sponsorship of the Australian Defence Force Drone Racing Team, extending a partnership first established in 2024.
May 05 2026
Aurizn partners with PMB Defence on UK nuclear submarine battery program
Aurizn has celebrated a new partnering arrangement with PMB Defence in support of the UK nuclear submarine program.
May 05 2026
Opposition calls for Raider consideration as it opens some exciting doors, if we’re brave enough to knock
When opposition defence spokesman Senator James Paterson called for Australia to consider the B-21 Raider, it wasn’t anything new, but the idea not only has merit, it also...
May 05 2026
RAAF converts Jabiru 400 to autonomous aircraft for Project Camel Train
The RAAF is experimenting with autonomous aircraft to bolster its logistics capabilities, including conversions of existing light planes.
May 05 2026
Project of Concern convenes for Arafura Class vessels
Defence has gathered to launch Project of Concern efforts regarding the Arafura Class offshore patrol vessels project that has experienced significant delays since its...
May 05 2026
Australia, Japan commit to partnership meeting cyber security challenges, strengthening cyber defences
Australia and Japan have agreed to establish a new partnership that will enable deeper cooperation on complex cyber security challenges.
May 05 2026
Australia and Japan step up defence ties amid evolving regional security landscape
Australia and Japan have agreed to deepen defence and security cooperation, outlining a new phase in their strategic partnership aimed at reinforcing stability across the...
May 05 2026
US–Australia space alliance deepens as new radar capability brought online early
The strategic partnership between the US and Australia is accelerating, with a new deep space radar capability employed ahead of schedule and senior officials highlighting...
May 05 2026
Opposition calls for greater defence transparency in latest salvo
The Albanese government is under fire from the Coalition, with shadow defence minister James Paterson accusing Labor of undermining transparency on major defence projects...
May 05 2026
Austal Ships secures contract extension for Evolved Cape Class patrol boats for Australian Border Force
Austal Ships has been awarded a contract extension for the construction of two additional Evolved Cape Class patrol boats for the Australian Border Force.
May 05 2026
Time for some self-respect? Expert warns Australia can’t be too keen on US alliance
The increasing unpredictability of the United States as the nation’s primary security benefactor has reignited calls from an expert for Australia to have a little more...
May 04 2026
Training finalises, introduction into service imminent for AS9 Huntsman self-propelled howitzers
The Australian Army is reportedly finalising training and introduction into service of AS9 Huntsman self-propelled howitzers under an armoured artillery regiment.
May 04 2026
C2 Robotics commissions and christens Speartooth LUUV for delivery to US
Defence robotics company C2 Robotics has announced the commissioning and christening of a Speartooth large uncrewed undersea vehicle (LUUV) to be delivered to the United...
May 04 2026
ADF assesses demonstration of rapidly deployable medical racking system for CASEVAC
The Australian Army and Royal Australian Air Force have conducted a successful demonstration with a rapidly deployable medical racking system designed to improve casualty...
May 04 2026
Funding announced to secure road connections for defence, critical minerals in Western Australia
More than $1.1 billion in funding has been announced by the federal government and Western Australia to secure crucial road connections for defence and critical minerals...
May 04 2026