The government has announced a new base for the nation’s nuclear powered submarines will be built on Australia’s east coast.
Category: Defence
PM says ADF ‘not surrogate aged care workforce’
Teams of Australian Defence Force personnel will be placed on 24 hours’ notice to help struggling aged care homes.
NSW offers pathway to public sector jobs for veterans
A NSW veterans employment program is finding public sector jobs for retired Defence personnel.
Smart warfare -Defence invests in AI capability
Defence has invested $10 million to help Australian companies develop AI and virtual reality technologies.
Dumped contractor disappointed over nuclear subs decision
Global defence contractor Naval Group says it’s a major disappointment that it has been dumped as the builder of Australia’s next fleet of submarines after the Prime Minister announced a deal with the UK and US to build a nuclear fleet.
ADF extends satellite contract with Immarsat
The ADF has extended its contract with British satellite company Inmarsat until 2027.
Aus-based drone company joins defence industry group
Canberra-based drone technology company Department 13 has joined the peak defence and security industry association.
New cyber spy chief vows to hold onto secrets
The Australian cyber spy agency won’t be giving up its secrets any time soon.
$500m War Memorial redevelopment ‘a waste of money’
The proposed $500 million War Memorial redevelopment is an extravagant waste of taxpayer money, a committee has heard.
First sovereign cloud company wins Defence tick
There are concerns certification gaps have opened up around government cloud providers.