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NZDF celebrates launch of second satellite payload
The New Zealand Defence Force has celebrated a second payload successfully launched into orbit aboard a SpaceX Falcon-9 rocket.
January 30 2025
VIDEO: F-35 aircraft obliterated in fiery crash at Eielson Air Force Base
The US military has confirmed the loss of an F-35 Lightning II aircraft after footage of a fiery crash appeared online from Eielson Air Force Base.
January 30 2025
Risk management or risk myopia? Changing the ADF’s acquisition risk management culture: Part 2
Opinion: The 2023 Defence Strategic Review identifies shifting a risk-averse culture as a key challenge. Group Captain David Hood emphasises that fostering healthy...
January 29 2025
KordaMentha announces defence specialist appointments for 2025
Australian-owned advisory and investment firm KordaMentha has announced key defence appointments for 2025.
January 29 2025
Matthew Anderson reappointed as Australian War Memorial director
The Australian War Memorial has announced the reappointment of Matthew Anderson as director for an additional five years.
January 29 2025
Vietnam in final talks to acquire K9 SPGs, says South Korea media
Vietnam is in the final stages of talks to acquire K9 155mm self-propelled howitzers from South Korea, according to media reports from Seoul.
January 29 2025
Reservists face hostility and discrimination, according to UniSA study
A new national survey of 800 managers shows that many part-time soldiers or Reservists experience indifference, hostility and discrimination in the workplace.
January 29 2025
Letters in the mail: Thales seeks political support in defence museum dispute
French defence contractor Thales has written to local politicians and officials in NSW to ask for their support in regard to the stalled restoration of the historic Lithgow...
January 28 2025
Risk management or risk myopia? Changing the ADF’s acquisition risk management culture: Part 1
Opinion: Risk aversion and risk management has increasingly been at the forefront of the ADF’s uniformed services, public service and national policymakers, with little...
January 28 2025
America to pursue ‘peace through strength’, says new Secretary of Defense
Former US infantry officer and Fox News political commentator Pete Hegseth has confirmed the American military will pursue a “peace through strength” approach,...
January 28 2025
Submariners among Defence personnel recognised during Australia Day Honours
Submariners have been recognised for their significant contributions to the country among 79 Defence personnel who received Australian honours and awards on Australia Day.
January 28 2025
Russian defence industry to debut latest light machinegun, combat drone systems in UAE
Russian defence manufacturer Kalashnikov Concern has announced it will showcase a 7.62mm RPL-7 belt-fed light machinegun and KUB-SM guided munitions reconnaissance and strike...
January 28 2025
Maritime navigation tech on show during Exercise La Perouse 25
Exercise La Perouse 25 is underway and providing a significant opportunity for Australian and international participants to observe Exail’s advanced maritime...
January 28 2025
Licensed RSL network, electronic gambling is failing veterans, says new study
A new study analysing the use of “good cause” funding as a gambling legitimation tactic has found that veteran support constitutes less than 1.5 per cent of...
January 24 2025
EOS announces complete divestment of EM Solutions
Canberra-based defence company Electro Optic Systems has announced the divestment of EM Solutions Pty Limited will be completed later this month.
January 24 2025
Babcock secures first Global Supply Chain Program contracts for HMNZS Te Kaha work
Babcock Australasia has propelled three of its Australian suppliers into its global supply chain following a procurement request for an in-water clean on a Royal New Zealand...
January 24 2025
Shield AI announces V-Bat UAS expansion plans into Japan, Ukraine
American aerospace and arms technology company Shield AI has announced movements into Japan and Ukraine.
January 24 2025
Could AUKUS already be dead in the water?
As Trump begins his presidency with a flurry of executive orders and a promise to put America first, should Australia be looking elsewhere for its nuclear submarines?
January 24 2025
APEX ammunition contract to supply RAAF F-35 aircraft
Norwegian-Finnish aerospace and defence group Nammo has announced a contract to supply APEX ammunition for Royal Australian Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft.
January 24 2025
US government re-designates Houthis as foreign terrorist organisation
The US government has re-designated Ansar Allah, also known as the Houthi rebels, as a foreign terrorist organisation.
January 23 2025