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CDF provides clear-eyed assessment of nation’s resilience, preparedness
Chief of the Defence Force Admiral David Johnston AC has used an address to the ANU National Security College Conference to provide a clear-eyed...
April 01 2026
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Information sharing of cyber threats vital to national security
Opinion: Modern conflict shows cyber operations and rapid intelligence sharing are essential to national resilience, but Australia must overcome legal, cultural and technical...
April 01 2026
New Zealand announces NZ Special Service Medal for personnel deployed to assist Ukraine
The New Zealand government has announced it will award a New Zealand Special Service Medal to Defence personnel who have deployed in support of Ukraine’s self-defence.
April 01 2026
New Panther S firefighting vehicles arrive to protect defence bases across Australia
Eight new Rosenbauer Panther “S” 6x6 firefighting vehicles have been delivered from Europe three months ahead of schedule to protect defence bases in Australia.
April 01 2026
Aussie space firm Spiral Blue secures UK defence LiDAR export to boost bilateral ‘space bridge’
Australian space technology company Spiral Blue has secured its first international export of a space-grade LiDAR system, delivering the capability to UK partner Lodestar...
April 01 2026
Rheinmetall, Boeing partner on MQ-28A Ghost Bat in potential export deal
German defence giant Rheinmetall AG has joined forces with Boeing Australia to offer the MQ-28 Ghost Bat as a ready-made solution for Germany’s push to field Collaborative...
March 31 2026
Defence, Thales negotiate industrialised machinegun manufacturing in NSW
Defence has teased new details about possible industrialised machinegun manufacturing in NSW for the Australian Defence Force.
March 31 2026
‘We look forward to hearing directly from communities’: Defence Estate consultations begin
Consultations to understand the community response to the Defence Estate Audit, which was publicly announced in February, are set to begin next week.
March 31 2026
Australia and Japan united for major naval exercise in Indo-Pacific
Over the past month, Japan and Australia have collaborated on a range of maritime training activities across the Indo-Pacific.
March 31 2026
New era for Army with launch of Littoral Manoeuvre Group
Chief of Army Lieutenant General Simon Stuart has officially kicked off the creation of the new Littoral Manoeuvre Group, the next evolution of the Australian Army, with a...
March 31 2026
ANAO report puts Australian Army Redback IFV procurement under the microscope
Australia’s procurement of new Redback infantry fighting vehicles is under pressure after concerning results from an audit by the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO).
March 31 2026
Thales launches new AI-based naval system
Thales has unveiled a new artificial intelligence-based system designed to enhance naval countermeasure operations.
March 31 2026
NIOA, General Dynamics to collaborate on 70mm rocket supply for Army helicopters
Australian weapons and munitions prime NIOA and US aerospace and defence company General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems have signed an agreement to collaborate on the...
March 31 2026
AUKUS submarines: US and UK partners show the realities facing Australia’s small fleet
Opinion: Even in a best-case scenario, Australia’s eight nuclear submarines would likely produce only about two consistently deployable boats due to maintenance, workforce...
March 30 2026
Lockheed Martin responds to Iran-linked hackers’ 48-hour ultimatum to staff
“We now possess the complete data of 28 senior American engineers,” hackers say, threatening to turn their homes into “missile targets”.
March 30 2026
WA unveils new AUKUS training program
Western Australia has announced a major skills training program to build an “AUKUS-ready” workforce in the state.
March 30 2026
From Pine Gap to HMAS Stirling: Australia must reclaim strategic authorship
Opinion: Australia risks remaining legally sovereign while effectively operating within allied military systems unless it asserts greater control over how its territory is...
March 30 2026
DroneShield officially opens European headquarters to meet growth in EU, NATO market
Counter-drone and electronic warfare solutions manufacturer DroneShield has announced the official opening of its new European headquarters in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
March 30 2026
Lethal FPV drone training targeted for wider integration into Australian Army
Australian Defence Force personnel have operated first-person-view (FPV) drones with simulated lethal payloads under new small uncrewed air system training targeted for...
March 30 2026
Australia, Germany to partner on expanded guided weapons industry
Australia has taken a significant step towards building a sovereign guided weapons industry, with a new agreement to explore local production of critical missile components...
March 27 2026