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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...
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
Top takeaways: Palmer Luckey discusses rebuilding US defence industry, weaponising visas and expansionist China
American entrepreneur Palmer Luckey has shared his thoughts on how the United States can best rebuild its defence industry and contend with the expansionist aspirations of...
February 28 2025
Closing the loop: Chinese warships could circumnavigate Australia in naval power flex
A possible circumnavigation of Australia is on the cards as the Chinese Navy taskforce heads west in their latest show of maritime power.
February 28 2025
End of Operation Okra: Australian flag comes down in Kuwait
The Australian flag descended at Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve in Kuwait for the final time in December, marking the cessation of Operation...
February 28 2025
Looking sharp: New ADF artillery makes a splash in AusCam
The first AS9 and AS10 Huntsman vehicles have been unveiled in AusCam markings, as part of a federal government and industry photo shoot.
February 28 2025
NSW RFS and RAAF base access agreement extended through to 2029
NSW Rural Fire Service now has access to RAAF Base Richmond, RAAF Base Williamtown and HMAS Albatross under an extension to the current agreement through to 2029.
February 28 2025