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2026 National Defence Strategy: Australia to prioritise new medium-range air defence system
Australia’s 2026 National Defence Strategy has confirmed plans to fund and introduce a medium-range, ground-based air defence system for defeating...
April 16 2026
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2026 National Defence Strategy clarifies details of consolidated Defence Delivery Agency
More information has been released about the newly consolidated Defence Delivery Agency, detailed under the government’s multibillion-dollar 2026 National Defence Strategy...
April 16 2026
International allies step up integration of counter-drone firearms technology
International allies are visibly stepping up integration of counter-drone firearms technology across their militaries.
April 16 2026
Innovaero, NIOA to develop and manufacture modular warheads, loitering munitions
Innovaero and NIOA have announced an all-Australian partnership to cooperate on the development and manufacture of a range of modular warheads and launch systems for...
April 16 2026
Australia and Vietnam collaborate on naval exercises
Australia and Vietnam have collaborated on naval exercises in the South China Sea, reflecting each nation’s commitment to peace and stability in the region.
April 16 2026
Honeywell, Odys Aviation announce C-UAS for infrastructure, strategic assets
Honeywell has announced a collaboration with Odys Aviation, a dual-use aerospace company building hybrid-electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, to deliver a...
April 16 2026
Australian Army launches new Drone Tactics Handbook, Unit Guide to sUAS Operations
The Australian Army has announced the release of two crucial publications, the Drone Tactics Handbook and Unit Guide to sUAS Operations, to speed up integration of drone...
April 15 2026
ADF celebrates rapid camouflage prototype designed for M113 APCs
A rapidly deployable vehicle camouflage prototype designed for M113 armoured personnel carriers (APC) has won acclaim within the Australian Defence Force.
April 15 2026
Recruitment, retention and resilience in the ADF: 2024–25 figures
Recruitment and retention have long been a challenge facing the Australian Defence Force, with the Defence Annual Report 2024–25 reinforcing this fact.
April 15 2026
NIOA, L3Harris renew agreement to explore guided weapons manufacturing in Australia
Australian-owned defence prime NIOA has signed a strategic agreement with L3Harris Technologies, renewing their agreement to explore the manufacture of critical guided...
April 15 2026
NT-led project aims to 3D print critical naval metal, boosting Australia’s sovereign capability
A Northern Territory-led research effort is set to transform how Australia produces a key naval material, with scientists turning to high-speed 3D printing to manufacture...
April 15 2026
US, Indonesia announce defence cooperation partnership, joint special forces training
America and Indonesia have announced a newly signed US–Indonesia Major Defense Cooperation Partnership and joint special forces training.
April 15 2026
Aurizn secures 2-year contract for common support capabilities
Aurizn has secured a two-year extended contract with the federal government, committing to supporting growing defence capabilities and military operations.
April 15 2026
Palestinian groups launch legal action over alleged Australian arms exports to Israel
Palestinian human rights organisations have launched legal action against Minister for Defence Richard Marles to compel the release of information about alleged arms exports...
April 15 2026
Australia’s naval industry welcomes the new chief of Defence Force
Australia’s marine and naval industries have spoken out in support of the nomination of Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Mark Hammond AO RAN to become the next chief of the...
April 15 2026
Royal Australian Navy formally names Maritime Autonomous Systems Unit
The Maritime Autonomous Systems Unit has been formally named by the Royal Australian Navy in a key step towards a more integrated and highly advanced technology‑enabled...
April 15 2026
Sydney SME secures key role in Hunter Class frigate build
A Sydney-based manufacturer has been awarded a new contract to support construction of Australia’s next generation of naval warships, marking another step forward for the...
April 14 2026
Navel-gazing: What can we expect and what should we expect with the next NDS and IIP?
As speculation mounts about the release of the 2026 National Defence Strategy (NDS) and the supporting Integrated Investment Program (IIP), which will come later this week,...
April 14 2026
Citycare, PAE New Zealand to provide facilities maintenance services for NZ Defence Estate
The New Zealand Defence Force has selected New Zealand-owned and operated companies Citycare and PAE New Zealand to provide crucial facilities maintenance services across the...
April 14 2026
Aerospace company Hermeus throws down the gauntlet with plans to build world’s fastest aircraft for US military
Aerospace company Hermeus has thrown down the gauntlet with plans to build world’s fastest aircraft for US military.
April 14 2026