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Part 1: The complex challenges of integrated deterrence, China and Taiwan
Opinion: Since my early days of university, I have thought of US–China relations as the defining issue of our time.
June 06 2026
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A national audit for a stronger Australia: Government’s role in restoring sovereign capability
Opinion: Defence logistics specialist Dave Grosvenor argues that a government-led national audit must be the starting point for a national action plan that must rebuild...
June 05 2026
The geopolitical implications of the return of nationalism in Europe
Opinion: Europe is experiencing a rise in nationalism driven by migration, economic pressures and ongoing conflicts. As far-right parties gain influence and anti-migrant...
June 04 2026
Vince Di Pietro confirmed as company chair for drone manufacturer Innovaero
Perth-based military drone producer Innovaero has confirmed former Royal Australian Navy Aviation Force Commander Vince Di Pietro as the company’s chair.
June 04 2026
Lockheed Martin, L3Harris successfully complete propulsion milestone for PrSM Increment 4
Lockheed Martin and L3Harris Technologies have achieved a significant milestone in the development of the next-generation Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) Increment 4,...
June 04 2026
WorkSec establishes national defence security hub at Adelaide’s Lot Fourteen
Australian personnel security and Defence Industry Security Program specialist WorkSec has formally established Adelaide’s Lot Fourteen innovation precinct as the...
June 04 2026
Aurora Labs to move forward with metal 3D printer acquisition, propulsion system scaling plans
Australian advanced propulsion manufacturing company Aurora Labs has announced it will be moving forward with plans to scale Australian-made defence propulsion systems and...
June 04 2026
Boeing Defence Australia appointed system integrator for LAND 4140 Battle Management System
Boeing Defence Australia has been appointed systems integrator for the LAND 4140 Battle Management System to lead integration efforts to improve the Australian Defence...
June 04 2026
NDA waiver decision welcomed for upcoming inquiry into military sexual violence
Australian human rights group Human Rights Law Centre has welcomed the recent decision to waive non-disclosure agreements between the Commonwealth and current or former...
June 04 2026
ADF expands air domain capabilities in Exercise Diamond Spear
Australian Defence Force personnel have demonstrated a multitude of advanced air domain capabilities in the most recent iteration of Exercise Diamond Spear.
June 04 2026
Navy unveils warfighting training lab in Sydney
The Royal Australian Navy has recently opened the Fleet Battle Lab in Sydney, a dedicated place for synthetic warfighting training enhancement.
June 04 2026
ADF personnel to train Ukrainian soldiers in Poland later this year
Australian Defence Force personnel will train Ukrainian soldiers in Poland later this year, as part of Australia’s ongoing commitment to support Ukraine.
June 04 2026
Australian Army gunners fire AS9 Huntsman after 6-week training course in Victoria
Royal Australian Artillery gunners have fired the new domestically produced Australian-made AS9 Huntsman self-propelled howitzer at the conclusion of a six-week course in...
June 04 2026
Australian Defence Industry Awards 2026 finalists announced
Australia’s most anticipated defence industry night of the year just got closer, and the field has never been stronger.
June 04 2026
Aussie company lands multimillion-dollar contract with US Marine Corps
The Whiskey Project Group has been awarded a multimillion-dollar contract by the United States Marine Corps to deliver its reconnaissance and tactical vessels.
June 03 2026
QinetiQ provides specialised maintenance to UK nuclear-powered submarines
QinetiQ has recently provided support for the Royal Navy’s submarine maintenance work in Perth for HMS Anson.
June 03 2026
NASAMS used in Army exercise as it nears full operational capacity
The Australian Army has continued training with the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) since its first fire last year.
June 03 2026
Crew station technology for AH-64E Apache successfully completes testing
Thomas Global Systems has announced that its new keyboard unit and enhanced upfront display has finalised qualification testing.
June 03 2026
Omni partners with UK nuclear submarine experts as AUKUS ramps up
Omni Executive has announced a new partnership with UK company Samarkand Group to help advance the AUKUS initiative.
June 03 2026
Defence in Washington is not the same as Defence in Wellington
Opinion: At the Shangri-La Dialogue, asked by a New Zealand journalist where we stand, Pete Hegseth called our 2 per cent defence spend “freeloading”. The word fits. He...
June 03 2026