Combat vehicles and technology sovereign-industry-engagement plans released
The third Sovereign Industrial Capability Priority Implementation Plan iteration was released today, covering combat vehicles and technology upgrades.
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ADFA Open Day cancelled – now virtual
ADFA’s annual Open Day has been cancelled because of COVID-19, but prospective officers can still learn about ADFA’s opportunities via a virtual open day.
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Defence seeking millions of dollars in canvas products
Defence is inviting proposals to provide a wide range of canvas products for the ADF, including tents, tarpaulins, mail bags and field furniture.
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Australian MH-60R sustainment selected by US Navy
The US Navy has selected a company to deliver sustainment support for the Royal Australian Navy’s new fleet of maritime combat helicopters.
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The Queen approves Teddy Sheean’s Victoria Cross (already!!!)
The Queen has approved the posthumous award of the Victoria Cross to Ordinary Seaman Edward ‘Teddy’ Sheean – just two days after the GG asked her.
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51FNQR to get new patrol boat
Army will acquire a new Australian-made small patrol boat specifically to boost border protection in far-north Queensland. CLICK-BAIT PHOTO FOR
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Retired RAAF jets soar again with RACQ LifeFlight Rescue
Three retired Royal Australian Air Force Challenger 604 jets will now serve with Queensland-based aeromedical charity, RACQ LifeFlight Rescue.
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Gloves come of in Victoria V Federal (ADF) stoush
Daniel Andrews told an inquiry today he did not believe ADF support was offered to help run Victoria’s hotel quarantine – and MinDef came out swinging.
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Federation Guard rehearse for VP Day 75th
Australia’s Federation Guard are busy rehearsing for a formal ceremony marking the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII at the AWM on Saturday.
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HMAS Canberra remembers namesake in Solomon Islands
In a solemn sunrise ceremony in the seas of the Solomon Islands HMAS Canberra marked the resting place of its namesake lost in a World War II naval battle.
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RAAF EA-18G Growlers to get even better capabilities
Australia has expanded its partnership with the United States to develop the next-generation jammer system for the EA-18G Growler.
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Teddy Sheean will be awarded Victoria Cross
Prime Minister Scott Morrison today announced that Ordinary Seaman Teddy Sheean will be awarded the Victoria Cross, reversing his earlier position.
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Defence hits 80 COVID-19 cases
The Australian Defence Force has added another COVID-19 case this morning, after adding one more on the weekend, bringing its total to 80 cases.
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Marines complete quarantine in the Northern Territory
More than 1000 US Marines have completed quarantine in the NT, with training now well underway as part of this year’s Marine Rotational Force – Darwin.
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Defence adds 79th case of COVID-19
The Australian Defence Force has added a new confirmed case of COVID-19 this afternoon, but didn’t indicate where the case occurred.
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Army invests in autonomous vehicles and robots
Army is increasing its experimentation, prototyping and exploration of autonomous vehicles and emerging technologies with a $12.2 million in contracts.
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Official sod-turning on HMAS Watson redevelopment
Work has officially started on the $430.5 million HMAS Watson redevelopment with an official sod-turning event at the base today.
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Defence buys anti-submarine warfare training target
Defence will purchase a new AUV62-AT intermediate anti-submarine warfare training target capability from Saab Australia for $11million.
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Army machines paying off for Victorian mask maker
Shepparton-based surgical face mask manufacturer Med-Con is now producing millions of masks each week for Australia after the ADF helped it meet demand.
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All female C-17 aircrew – first in 12 years
For the first time in 12 years, an all-female crew from No. 36 Squadron has taken to the skies in a C-17A Globemaster III from RAAF Base Amberley.
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