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Better luck this time: Australia hands over replacement Guardian Class to Fiji
The Australian government has handed over control of a new Guardian Class patrol boat, RFMF Timo, to the Republic of Fiji Navy.
November 25 2024
Australian Defence Force begins trials of new fitness test using Wattbikes
The Australian Defence Force has begun trials of a new Air Force physical fitness test (PFT) that utilises Wattbike exercise bicycle.
November 25 2024
US signs logistics cooperation, disaster relief, maintenance agreement with Fiji
The United States government has announced the signing of a new agreement with the Fijian government.
November 25 2024
Then there were 2: Government announces general purpose frigate down-select contenders
Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles and Defence Industry and Capability Delivery Minister Pat Conroy have formally announced the two preferred...
November 25 2024
Raytheon Australia extends a helping hand for Poppy Ball 2024 to assist veterans, families
Defence prime Raytheon Australia has thrown its support behind the Poppy Ball 2024 fundraising gala to provide assistance for veterans and their families.
November 22 2024
Renewed calls for Australian Coast Guard to ease burden on Navy amid mounting regional tensions
With mounting tensions and a growing mission load, the Royal Australian Navy’s personnel and ships are coming under increasing pressure, pushing both to breaking point,...
November 22 2024
Compensation distribution: Justice McColl appointed Afghanistan inquiry compensation advocate
Justice Ruth McColl has been appointed as the Afghanistan inquiry compensation advocate.
November 22 2024
Government announces next-gen Army Landing Craft Heavy
Minister for Defence Industry and Capability Delivery Pat Conroy has announced the selection of the preferred option for the Australian Defence Force’s Landing Craft...
November 22 2024
New study announced to examine needs of Middle East veterans, families
The Returned & Services League of Australia (RSL Australia) has launched a major initiative to research the impacts on veterans and their families as a result of...
November 22 2024
ASC announces agreements with SA government, SA employees
Australian submarine builder ASC has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the South Australian government to develop defence industry workforce and...
November 22 2024
Naval satellite communications: EOS announces agreement to divest EM Solutions
Australian defence company Electro Optic Systems has announced entry into a binding agreement to divest its naval satellite communications subsidiary, EM Solutions, to Cohort...
November 22 2024
Australia, India announce air-to-air refuelling arrangement
Australia and India have signed an arrangement to enable the Royal Australian Air Force and the Indian Armed Forces to conduct air-to-air refuelling.
November 22 2024
Expert makes case for a formal Australian Coast Guard
Leading Australian naval and strategic policy expert Jennifer Parker, with the support of the Australian Naval Institute, has published a new issue paper titled Time for a...
November 22 2024
Warfare milestone: Russia launches first intercontinental ballistic missile into Ukraine
Russia has reportedly fired an intercontinental ballistic missile into Ukraine, marking the first-ever use of such a nuclear-capable missile during wartime.
November 21 2024
US announces additional security assistance, foreign military sale to Ukraine
The US government has announced additional security assistance for Ukraine in a deal worth more than US$275 million.
November 21 2024
Successful deployment of SitaWare in Australian Army Captains Course
Systematic’s Australia team has successfully finished the initial iteration of SitaWare Headquarters for the Australian Army’s All Corps Captains Course, training...
November 21 2024
Inaugural satellite safety regulations to be released in 2025
The Director-General of the Defence Aviation Safety Authority (DASA) has been appointed the Defence Space Safety Regulator and, with support from the DASA Directorate of...
November 21 2024
Conroy to represent Australia at Southeast Asian Nations Defence Ministers’ Meeting
Minister of Defence Industry and Capability Delivery Pat Conroy will represent Australia at the 11th Association of Southeast Asian Nations Defence Ministers’ Meeting...
November 21 2024
Rise or cannibalise: Experts agree Australia must lift defence spend to 3% of GDP
A consensus is spreading that Australia must increase its percentage of gross domestic product (GDP) defence spending to 3 per cent.
November 21 2024
Submissions open for Australian Space Awards 2025
Submissions and nominations are now open for the sixth annual Australian Space Awards 2025.
November 21 2024