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Rheinmetall announces maintenance capability expansion in Queensland, Northern Territory

Rheinmetall has announced the expansion of its maintenance capability in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

April 28 2025

Douglas DC-3 Dakota warbird restored in Anzac Day achievement

West Wyalong’s vintage warbird, the Douglas DC-3 Dakota, has completed a multi-month restoration in a key achievement for Australia’s aviation history.

April 28 2025

Philippine Air Force modernises with F-16 Block 70 fighter jets

The Philippines is bolstering its fleet of modern aircraft with 20 F-16 Block 70 fighter jets under a recently approved US State Department transfer.

April 28 2025

WA government announces open applications for 2025 Anzac Day Trust Grants

The Western Australian government has announced that $1.3 million in funding has now been made available to help organisations deliver crucial initiatives and services for...

April 28 2025

Ireland to acquire launch units, Javelin missiles in US foreign military sale

The government of Ireland will acquire more than 36 lightweight command launch units and FGM-148 Javelin missile equipment under a possible US$46 million foreign military...

April 28 2025

Netherlands secures massive Tomahawk missile order in US foreign military sale

The government of the Netherlands will acquire up to 163 Tomahawk land attack missiles and related equipment in a possible US$2.19 billion foreign military sale.

April 28 2025

Australian contingent to support Philippine, US-led Exercise Balikatan

The exercise is expected to cover a range of scenarios, including maritime security, air and missile defence, offensive missile strikes, cyber defence, information warfare...

April 28 2025

Australia, France partner for New Caledonia field training exercise

The Australian Defence Force has deployed 70 personnel to support France’s multinational combined field training exercise Croix du Sud.

April 28 2025

When your customer doesn’t know you exist – a pain point for Australia’s defence industry

Australia’s defence sector is growing fast, with significant expenditure committed to local capability under the Defence Strategic Review and AUKUS. But despite this...

April 24 2025

BAE secures additional US$11.5m contract to support Columbia Class production

BAE Systems has secured an additional US$11.5 million (AU$18.06 million) production order to manufacture a critical structural module for the US Navy’s Columbia Class...

April 24 2025

Anzac Day: Bravery Trust ambassador tackles Kokoda Trail to raise funds for veterans

Bravery Trust ambassador Squadron Leader Adon Lumley will tackle 96 kilometres of the world’s most rugged jungle on the Kokoda Trail as he raises funds to support...

April 24 2025

Dragonfly helicopter rounds out rescue fleet in Torres Strait

A second “dragonfly” emergency helicopter has rounded out the fleet of the new Lagaw Kuyup Rescue Service in the Torres Strait.

April 24 2025

Ukraine celebrates deployment of robotic system for demining operations

Ukraine has announced the successful completion of the country’s first rental-based demining operation using a robotic system in a significant humanitarian milestone.

April 24 2025

Anzac Day pledge: Cut the ‘club cancer’ from Australia’s military traditions

Anzac Day is a significant annual moment for the Australian public to gather and commemorate the fallen troops of our Australian Defence Force and interact with the veterans...

April 24 2025

Coles, Bravery Trust partner to support Aussie veterans

Amid surging demand for veteran support services, Bravery Trust has teamed up with one of Australia’s leading supermarkets to support its annual fundraising appeal.

April 23 2025

Babcock secures capability insertion period contract by UK MOD

The British Ministry of Defence has awarded Babcock a £65 million (AU$135.05 million) five-ship contract to deliver the capability insertion period for the Royal...

April 23 2025