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Australian Army launches new Drone Tactics Handbook, Unit Guide to sUAS Operations
The Australian Army has announced the release of two crucial publications, the Drone Tactics Handbook and Unit Guide to sUAS Operations, to speed up...
April 15 2026
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ADF celebrates rapid camouflage prototype designed for M113 APCs
A rapidly deployable vehicle camouflage prototype designed for M113 armoured personnel carriers has won acclaim within the Australian Defence Force.
April 15 2026
Recruitment, retention and resilience in the ADF: 2024–25 figures
Recruitment and retention have long been a challenge facing the Australian Defence Force, with the Defence Annual Report 2024–25 reinforcing this fact.
April 15 2026
NIOA, L3Harris renew agreement to explore guided weapons manufacturing in Australia
Australian-owned defence prime NIOA has signed a strategic agreement with L3Harris Technologies, renewing their agreement to explore the manufacture of critical guided...
April 15 2026
NT-led project aims to 3D print critical naval metal, boosting Australia’s sovereign capability
A Northern Territory-led research effort is set to transform how Australia produces a key naval material, with scientists turning to high-speed 3D printing to manufacture...
April 15 2026
US, Indonesia announce defence cooperation partnership, joint special forces training
America and Indonesia have announced a newly signed US–Indonesia Major Defense Cooperation Partnership and joint special forces training.
April 15 2026
Aurizn secures 2-year contract for common support capabilities
Aurizn has secured a two-year extended contract with the federal government, committing to supporting growing defence capabilities and military operations.
April 15 2026
Palestinian groups launch legal action over alleged Australian arms exports to Israel
Palestinian human rights organisations have launched legal action against Minister for Defence Richard Marles to compel the release of information about alleged arms exports...
April 15 2026
Australia’s naval industry welcomes the new chief of Defence Force
Australia’s marine and naval industries have spoken out in support of the nomination of Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Mark Hammond AO RAN to become the next chief of the...
April 15 2026
Royal Australian Navy formally names Maritime Autonomous Systems Unit
The Maritime Autonomous Systems Unit has been formally named by the Royal Australian Navy in a key step towards a more integrated and highly advanced technology‑enabled...
April 15 2026
Sydney SME secures key role in Hunter Class frigate build
A Sydney-based manufacturer has been awarded a new contract to support construction of Australia’s next generation of naval warships, marking another step forward for the...
April 14 2026
Navel-gazing: What can we expect and what should we expect with the next NDS and IIP?
As speculation mounts about the release of the 2026 National Defence Strategy (NDS) and the supporting Integrated Investment Program (IIP), which will come later this week,...
April 14 2026
Citycare, PAE New Zealand to provide facilities maintenance services for NZ Defence Estate
The New Zealand Defence Force has selected New Zealand-owned and operated companies Citycare and PAE New Zealand to provide crucial facilities maintenance services across the...
April 14 2026
Aerospace company Hermeus throws down the gauntlet with plans to build world’s fastest aircraft for US military
Aerospace company Hermeus has thrown down the gauntlet with plans to build world’s fastest aircraft for US military.
April 14 2026
Australia deepens regional defence ties through Exercise Bersama Shield 2026
Australia is reinforcing its strategic foothold in south-east Asia, deploying a Royal Australian Air Force C-27J Spartan and around 130 Australian Defence Force personnel to...
April 14 2026
Adelaide Uni’s breakthrough portable atomic clock passes sea trial off Australia
Researchers from the Adelaide University have successfully tested a next-generation portable atomic clock at sea for the first time, marking a major step forward for...
April 14 2026
Defence Trailblazer showcase sets up next chapter in Canberra
The 2026 Defence Trailblazer capability showcase has highlighted the strength and growth of Australia’s defence innovation pipeline.
April 14 2026
Deteqt thriving on renewed quantum sensing interest after successful US rescue mission
Australian quantum sensing company Deteqt has closed a $5 million seed funding round on the back of renewed international interest in the use of quantum magnetometry devices...
April 14 2026
Industry suspicious of Defence budget cuts, reallocations ahead of National Defence Strategy
Defence industry representatives are increasingly anxious about possible Defence budget cuts and reallocations during the release of the new National Defence Strategy later...
April 14 2026
Aussie industry gains expanded pathway into UK, US submarine supply chains
The Albanese government has unveiled a major expansion of initiatives designed to embed Australian businesses into the submarine industrial bases of key AUKUS partners,...
April 13 2026