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Government launches nuclear sub build strategy
Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles and Defence Industry and Capability Delivery Minister Pat Conroy have announced the launch...
March 05 2025
Saab opens Sovereign Combat Systems Collaboration Centre in SA
Saab has officially opened its expanded Australian headquarters and state-of-the-art Sovereign Combat Systems Collaboration Centre in Mawson Lakes, South Australia.
March 05 2025
Lockheed Martin completes successful integration of LRASM into F-35B
Lockheed Martin and the F‑35 Pax River Integrated Test Force have successfully completed an initial flight test that saw the Long Range Anti‑Ship Missile (LRASM)...
March 05 2025
What sort of Defence policy do we need for the ‘new world’?
With the world becoming a more dangerous place, seemingly by the day, it is becoming clear that even our most recent defence policy developments leave a lot to be desired....
March 05 2025
General Atomics uncrewed jet fighter designated as YFQ-42A
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems’ Collaborative Combat Aircraft uncrewed jet fighter has received the US Air Force’s official designation of YFQ-42A.
March 05 2025
Cirrus secures contract extension for Air Combat Officer Training System
Mission training systems developer Cirrus Real Time Processing Systems has announced an extension to its support services subcontract with Jet Aviation Australia for its Air...
March 05 2025
Minderoo Foundation announces demining, energy security assistance to Ukraine
Dr Andrew Forrest’s Minderoo Foundation has committed to provide a $5 million support package for local-led recovery in Ukraine.
March 05 2025
$480m investment in South Australian sub, shipbuilding academy
The Albanese government is set to invest $480 million into South Australia’s naval shipbuilding and submarine construction workforce with the launch of a...
March 05 2025
US Cyber Command to ‘stand down’ on Russian cyber operations
The United States Secretary of Defense reportedly told Cyber Command to cease all planning and offensive cyber operations against Russia as part of a shift closer to Vladimir...
March 04 2025
On hold: US government pauses military aid, intelligence sharing to Ukraine
The US government has reportedly paused all military aid to Ukraine, according to multiple media reports in the US.
March 04 2025
Boots on the ground: Australia will consider peacekeeping proposals, says Albanese
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed that Australia will “consider peacekeeping proposals”, in the first major validation that Australian Defence Force...
March 04 2025
Australia and Ukraine have confirmed Abrams delivery time frame, says Deputy PM
Australia and Ukraine have agreed on a time frame for delivery of Abrams main battle tanks, according to Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles.
March 04 2025
McDowell steps down as Naval Shipbuilding and Sustainment deputy secretary
Naval Shipbuilding and Sustainment Deputy Secretary Jim McDowell has stepped down from the Australian Public Service.
March 04 2025
The world has changed – has the Australian government taken notice?
Opinion: It’s important not to panic and to jump at ghosts and shadows. But when the facts change, a sane person changes their plans. Simply continuing down the same...
March 03 2025
ADF personnel gather for First Nations awareness, discussion
The Australian Defence Force personnel have gathered to help further integrate First Nations awareness into military policy.
March 03 2025
ADF personnel undertake desert training in United Arab Emirates
Australian Defence Force personnel have taken part in a Foreign Forces Desert Immersion Course provided by the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces.
March 03 2025
Australia risks nuclear submarine deal on ‘whims of Trump’, says US intelligence analyst
US intelligence analyst and military content creator Ryan McBeth has urged Australia to shop around for its submarine purchases, following the recent Ukraine–US Oval...
March 03 2025
Albanese confirms Australian support for Ukraine despite Oval Office stoush
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has reaffirmed his support for Ukraine despite a widening disagreement between the eastern European country and American...
March 03 2025
Opening salvo: Coalition commits to ‘reinstating’ fourth F-35 squadron as election anticipation heats up
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton and shadow minister for defence Andrew Hastie have announced plans to reinstate the planned acquisition of a fourth squadron of F-35A fighter...
March 02 2025
Sikorsky locks in $313.5m contract to maintain Navy Romeo helicopters
Sikorsky Australia, has been awarded a new three-year contract worth AU$313.5 million to continue its long-standing maintenance and sustainment partnership with the Royal...
February 28 2025
