Defence has confirmed the resignation of Kathryn Campbell following the royal commission’s damning assessment of her role in Robodebt.
Category: Defence
Hunter Class frigates swept up in Defence projects inquiry
A parliamentary committee will include procurement of the Hunter Class frigates in its inquiry into major Defence projects.
Audit finds $423m cost blowout in future frigates program
An audit of the Future Frigates program has a found a $423m cost blowout, delays, and a lack of focus on value for money.
Nuclear dump to be built on Defence land
The government will build a high level nuclear dump to deal with waste as part of the AUKUS submarine program.
$368b AUKUS submarine plan unveiled
The federal government will invest up to $368 billion on the AUKUS nuclear powered submarine program.
Kim Beazley appointed War Memorial Chair
Kim Beazley has been appointed Chairman of the Australian War Memorial Council, replacing Brendan Nelson who has been named the new president of Boeing International.
Audit finds major discrepancies in Defence costs reporting
The Auditor General has found major discrepancies in reporting about the estimated costs of Defence programs.
CSIRO wins $8.6m defence contract
CSIRO will develop advanced respiratory equipment for the ADF in partnership with local companies and researchers.
ADF invests in $299m health records system upgrade
The Australian Defence Force is overhauling its electronic health records system in a bid to move towards a more modern, patient-centric approach.
Qld rocket company awarded $15m spy satellite contract
A Queensland company has been awarded a $15 million Defence contract to develop a new spy satellite.