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Western force: WA defence industry makes strong showing at Land Forces
The Western Australian government has delivered a strong defence industry delegation for Australian land defence trade show Land Forces 2024.
September 10 2024
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Former governor-general warns Australia to step up its defence and national security efforts
One of Australia’s most famous generals and former governor-general, Sir Peter Cosgrove, AK, CVO, MC has issued a pointed warning for Australia’s policymakers and...
September 10 2024
ADF renews game-based simulation agreement with Bohemia Interactive Australia
The Australian Defence Force has renewed its agreement with Bohemia Interactive Australia to provide game-based simulation software.
September 10 2024
Defence responds to Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide final report
The Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide final report has been delivered to the government and tabled in Parliament.
September 10 2024
Polaris DAGOR off-road vehicle contract announced for Australian Defence Force
The Commonwealth of Australia has awarded a vehicle contract to Polaris Australia for the DAGOR off-road and internally transportable tactical mobility platform from the...
September 10 2024
Leidos Australia to partner with Lockheed Martin on AIR 6500
Leidos Australia and Lockheed Martin Australia have announced a partnership to provide and develop software and cyber services for the ADF’s future Joint Air Battle...
September 10 2024
Russia, Iran to sow discord in upcoming US election while China looks at local level
Russia and Iran are leading a multi-pronged approach to sow discord and undermine confidence in the upcoming US presidential election, according to evaluations made by US...
September 10 2024
Raytheon Australia appoints new managing director
Raytheon Australia has appointed a local senior leader as the company’s new managing director, effective immediately.
September 09 2024
Downer lands management team recognised with RAN Gold Commendation
Downer’s lands management team at HMAS Creswell has been recognised with a Royal Australian Navy Gold Commendation for their long-standing dedication to the site.
September 09 2024
Holy cargo: Pope Francis travels on board RAAF C-130 for PNG visit
The Royal Australian Air Force has ferried the head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State, His Holiness Pope Francis, on his travels around Papua New...
September 09 2024
Speed to effect: The post-DSR Army takes shape
While the rest of the Australian Defence Force grapples with the implications of the Defence Strategic Review and National Defence Strategy, the Australian Army is well on...
September 09 2024
Australian Army H135 Juno helicopters assemble for Queensland transfer
Australia’s fleet of five H135 “Juno” training helicopters are being reassembled by Boeing Defence Australia aircraft mechanics at HMAS Albatross.
September 09 2024
Pistols remain at large: Trio charged over Lithgow Small Arms Factory Museum theft
NSW Police have charged Nowra men over the alleged theft of 27 handguns, including Desert Storm and World War II commemorative pistols, from Lithgow Small Arms Factory...
September 09 2024
Facilities opened for A Company 41st Royal NSW Regiment, Tweed Heads
Defence has opened new facilities for Australian Army’s A Company, 41st Battalion, Royal New South Wales Regiment and 225 Army Cadet Unit at Tweed Heads, NSW.
September 09 2024
New Defence SA director appointed to underpin UK ties
Defence SA has welcomed Anthony Heath as Director Defence Industry – UK, effective 9 September 2024.
September 06 2024
New aircraft hangar project could act as regional maintenance hub for other countries, says Conroy
The newly announced aircraft hangar project in Adelaide could act as regional maintenance hub, according to Minister for Defence Industry and Capability Delivery Pat Conroy.
September 06 2024
US Navy investigation uncovers illegal Starlink Wi-Fi plot aboard combat vessel
The enlisted crew of the littoral combat ship USS Manchester maintained an illegal onboard Wi-Fi network for months before it was discovered by civilian technicians.
September 06 2024
Lockheed Martin appoints Steve Roberton to succeed Warren McDonald as chief executive Australia and New Zealand
Lockheed Martin has appointed Air Vice-Marshal (Ret’d) Steven “Zed” Roberton DSC, AM, as the new vice-president and regional executive for Australia and New...
September 06 2024
AIM Defence opens manufacturing and export facility
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles attended the opening of AIM Defence’s new 4,000-square-metre manufacturing and export facility, supporting...
September 05 2024
Australia commits to Joint Strike Missile acquisition
Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles and Minister for Defence Industry and Capability Delivery Pat Conroy have announced that Australia will acquire...
September 05 2024