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Parliamentary Joint Committee on Defence commences work in first meeting
May 19 2026
The new Parliamentary Joint Committee on Defence has commenced its work in examining Defence policy, capability development, and administration and...
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ADF HIMARS get their sea-legs via landing craft transfers
May 18 2026
Australian High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems have travelled from ship to shore via landing craft mechanised Mark 8 (LCM-8) and the Mexeflote, in a transport milestone.
2000 US Marines touch down in Darwin for six month Marine Rotational Force deployment
May 18 2026
Around 2000 United States Marine Corps personnel and sailors have touched down as the 15th iteration of the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin in the Northern Territory.
Hardware elsewhere: Russia’s sombre Victory Day parade spooked by drone threats
May 18 2026
Russia’s imposing array of military hardware and visiting foreign officials were thin on the ground during the country’s recent Victory Day, both groups likely spooked by...
Anduril, UK Defence to partner on next-gen Apache Collaborative Combat Aircraft capability
May 18 2026
The United Kingdom has selected Anduril UK for the next stage of a major autonomous strike program aimed at developing uncrewed collaborative aircraft to operate alongside...
Saab announces new HEAT 758 Carl-Gustaf munition to defeat ERA-equipped vehicles
May 15 2026
Defence manufacturer Saab has announced a new HEAT 758 anti-tank ammunition for the Carl-Gustaf recoilless rifle infantry support weapon.
Silent sacrifice, loud neglect: Veteran families ignored in 2026 budget
May 15 2026
Opinion: This week, the federal government handed down a budget that failed to commit any funding to supporting Australian veteran families.
Grenades, explosive ordnance seized during NT Police Force investigation
May 14 2026
The Northern Territory Police Force has seized explosive ordnance, grenades, rocket components and warheads during the arrest of a 52-year-old man near Darwin.
Chalmers delivers details on defence, security funding under 2026 federal budget
May 13 2026
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has delivered more details about future Defence investments and capability funding under the 2026 federal budget announced earlier this week.
Weight of budget felt on Australian Defence and veteran families
May 12 2026
Opinion: As the nation tentatively watches ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the weight of service – past, current and potential – is felt most acutely at the kitchen...