Construction begins on joint barracks project in Vanuatu
Construction has commenced in Port Vila under the Cook and Tiroas Barracks Redevelopment project, a joint initiative of the Governments of Australia and Vanuatu. The large-scale infrastructure partnership will deliver enhanced resilient facilities at Cook and Tiroas Barracks to...
BAE launches Red Ochre Labs collaboration hub
BAE Systems Australia said Monday (16 November) that it has launched Red Ochre Labs to develop sovereign disruptive technologies to meet the future requirements of the Australian Defence Force. Red Ochre Labs will be a hub for collaboration with...
Saab to deliver integrated security system for the Opera House
Sydney's Opera House will get a new integrated security system, with Saab signing a contract with the management of the iconic landmark to deliver a new integrated security system. The upgrade will be built around the OneView Physical Security Information...
Ex-service organisations convene support for veterans of Afghanistan
Ex-service organisations from across the nation have met with the Australian government today to throw their support behind efforts underway to assist veterans and families impacted by the situation in Afghanistan. The minister for Defence Personnel and Veterans’ Affairs...
Defence launches peacekeeping training initiative
An initiative to support the training and engagement for Australian and regional peacekeepers was launched this month through the Department of Defence, benefiting Australia and United Nations partners. Minister for Defence Personnel Darren Chester said the Peace Operations Training Environment...
CONTRACTS SIGNED FOR NEXT STAGE OF ARMY’S MOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT CAPABILITY
CONTRACTS SIGNED FOR NEXT STAGE OF ARMY’S MOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT CAPABILITYDefence has signed contracts with two companies selected to progress to the next stage of LAND 400 Phase 3, under the Morrison Government’s multi-billion dollar upgrade to Army’s mounted close combat...
Australian military hardware making a real difference in Ukraine
On August 27 media reports appeared in Ukraine detailing a devastating attack on a Russian air base early that morning which damaged or destroyed five parked combat aircraft along with at least two air defence systems. This was followed...
Australia progressing on land-based maritime strike capabilities
The Australian government is rapidly pushing ahead to equip the Australian Army with a second long-range fires regiment. In line with the priorities of the 2024 National Defence Strategy, the Australian Army must be equipped with land-based, long-range fires...
New hotline for GPs working with vets
General Practitioners (GPs) across Australia now have access to a new 24/7 hotline to assist them in supporting the health and wellbeing of veterans. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Darren Chester said the Veteran Mental Health GP Assistance Hotline forms part of...
Army follows in footsteps of Kokoda
Eighty years on from the decisive campaign, Australian Army soldiers have walked the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea (PNG), commemorating the service and sacrifice of those who fought in the defence of Australia during World War II.Members of...
