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See more, know more: Second MC-55A Peregrine aircraft touches down in Australia
The Australian government has confirmed the arrival of a second MC-55A Peregrine aircraft to be integrated into the Australian Defence Force.
March 26 2026
PNGDF personnel conduct driver training on up-armoured LandCruisers
Papua New Guinea Defence Force personnel have begun driver training packages for their new up‑armoured LandCruiser vehicles.
March 25 2026
Aussie SSNs to pack VLS capability, US State Department confirms
The US State Department has confirmed that Australia’s future fleet of conventionally armed, nuclear-powered attack submarines being jointly developed with the United...
March 25 2026
Getac Technology unveils new drone control system
Getac Technology has announced its new drone control system, CommandCore.
March 25 2026
Lithgow Small Arms Factory reaches pivotal moment between heritage protection, defence industry capability
A decision over the future of the historic Lithgow Small Arms Factory in NSW is shaping into a defining precedent between heritage protection and Australia’s defence...
March 25 2026
US struggling in Hormuz shows Australia needs to seriously reconsider its maritime capabilities
As the United States Navy continues its efforts to reopen and secure the Strait of Hormuz, Australia must learn some critical lessons about the scale and make-up of its...
March 25 2026
M1A2 Abrams Tactical Trainer system showcased to US Defense
Thomas Global Systems has had an exciting opportunity to display the M1A2 Abrams Immersive Tactical Trainer to the US government and industry partners.
March 25 2026
Aussie team lands new sponsor ahead of Invictus Germany Sports Festival
Austability Australia has announced a new sponsorship with Invictus Australia to support Australians at the Invictus Germany Sports Festival.
March 25 2026
Entirely electric USV unveiled for Indo-Pacific operations
EDGE Defence has unveiled a new, entirely electrical vessel to be used in defence operations across the Indo-Pacific.
March 24 2026
Arlula raises $3.4m as defence and AI demands reshape satellite data infrastructure
Sydney-based defence and space-tech firm Arlula has secured $3.4 million in fresh funding in an oversubscribed capital raise led by Paspalis Capital, as governments and...
March 24 2026
May you live in interesting times: ANU report reveals Australians’ growing anxiety about the world
Australia now appears to be living in the reality of the ancient Chinese curse: “May you live in interesting times”, with a growing proportion of the public recognising...
March 24 2026
Defence, cyber cooperation announced as key pillars of EU–Australia partnership
While announcing the conclusion of negotiations on the Australia–European Union Free Trade Agreement in Canberra today, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and...
March 24 2026
Australia, Indo-Pacific nations announce further defence industrial cooperation
Australia has joined the Partnership for Indo-Pacific Industrial Resilience with other nations to promote opportunities for defence industrial cooperation in the...
March 24 2026
Australia announces $15.8m Propel submarine scholarship program
The federal government has launched a $15.8 million initiative called Propel: Australian Submarine Scholarship program to support the development of Australia’s future...
March 24 2026
Dates confirmed for Avalon Australian International Airshow in 2027
Dates have now been confirmed for Australia’s largest international air show at Avalon Airport in 23 to 28 February next year.
March 24 2026
Lockheed Martin responds to Iranian F-35 hacking claims
Following reports by hacktivist group APT-Iran that it had hacked the company, defence and aerospace giant Lockheed Martin has said it is aware of the threat actor’s...
March 24 2026
Photo gallery: Royal Australian Navy marks 125-year anniversary with 2026 Exercise Kakadu Fleet Review
The Royal Australian Navy has celebrated its 125-year anniversary with the 2026 Exercise Kakadu Fleet Review in Sydney Harbour.
March 23 2026
Lockheed Martin and Rheinmetall explore future collaboration on HIMARS sustainment
Lockheed Martin Australia and Rheinmetall Australia have revealed their plans to collaborate on a sustainment model for entirely Australian-based production of High Mobility...
March 23 2026
Rotron Aerospace reveals acquisition of Ondas
Rotron Aerospace has announced the completed acquisition of Ondas, an autonomous systems company.
March 23 2026
WA’s businesses given rare chance to deliver key capabilities on UK nuclear-powered submarine
Western Australia’s defence capabilities have been put on display as a UK naval ship visits the state for maintenance.
March 23 2026