SPOTLIGHT: Cyber warfare, autonomy and the future of defence, with Palo Alto Networks’ Tom Scully and MAJGEN (Ret’d) John Davis
How is artificial intelligence changing the world of modern defence operations, cyber security and military decision making?
June 19 2026
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CONTESTED GROUND: Fortune favours the bold – building a national security strategy for the 21st century, with Marc Ablong
When Opposition Leader Angus Taylor announced a Coalition government would develop and implement a national security strategy, many shouted, “Finally!”, but delivering a...
June 15 2026
PODCAST: Developing Australia’s ability to take a hit and keep fighting, with the honourable Andrew Hastie MP, shadow minister for industry and sovereign capability
Many critics often describe Australia’s glaring lack of industrial and economic complexity as a major national security challenge, while others see it as a glass jaw...
June 12 2026
PODCAST: AUKUS expansion, artillery manufacturing and Australia’s regional defence role
As AUKUS implementation accelerates, questions remain around Australia’s role in the Indo-Pacific and how the nation should balance capability development with regional...
June 11 2026
SPOTLIGHT: Building mass, capability and trust with autonomous and uncrewed systems, with Michael Mitchell, Elysium EPL director
Australia’s maritime estate is simply too vast for any conventionally manned fleet to patrol effectively – uncrewed and autonomous systems will prove key to maintaining...
June 09 2026
PODCAST: Defence policy, domestic manufacturing and military culture, with Senator Malcolm Roberts
What are One Nation’s aspirations and policies for domestic manufacturing, infrastructure and military capability?
June 04 2026
SPOTLIGHT: LAND 156, counter-drone warfare and electronic warfare capability, with Department 13’s Ben Westgarth
How can Australia keep pace with the rapid proliferation of drones reshaping the character of warfare and creating new challenges for militaries, governments and critical...
June 02 2026
PODCAST: Australia’s first 3D printed autonomous USV, with Josh Wigley and Harry Hubbert
How can the new guard of Australian defence technology companies accelerate development of autonomous maritime capability through rapid manufacturing and AI-enabled uncrewed...
May 29 2026
PODCAST: Australia’s shipbuilding future, landing craft pipeline and autonomous vessels, with Austal CEO Paddy Gregg
How is Australia’s naval shipbuilding sector preparing for a new generation of landing craft, autonomous maritime systems and general purpose frigates?
May 28 2026
CONTESTED GROUND: Assessing the fallout and implications of the latest Trump–Xi meeting for Iran, Taiwan and Australia
When the leaders of the world’s two major powers meet, the world stops to take notice and nowhere is this clearer than in the recent meeting between US President Donald...
May 27 2026
PODCAST: Missile manufacturing, Collins LOTE upgrades and submarine base east
Can Australia’s defence industrial base and military modernisation efforts keep pace with growing strategic pressures and capability demands?
May 21 2026
PODCAST: Aerobatics, military aviation and Australian air shows, with Paul Bennet
What drives the passion behind flying and preserving some of the world’s most iconic military aircraft?
May 15 2026
CONTESTED GROUND: Australia and the West must ask themselves new questions in the face of the modern world, with Robbin Laird
Each and every day, the world is becoming more unpredictable, yet Australia continues with the post-Cold War status quo. As things continue to deteriorate, we’re going to...
May 11 2026
PODCAST: Black Hawk capability, B-21 bomber debate, and upcoming budget
Questions remain around Australia’s defence modernisation efforts. Can the nation continue expanding advanced capabilities while balancing cost, readiness, and strategic...
May 11 2026
PODCAST: Supermarine Spitfire, warbird aviation and modern aerial innovation, with Keith Russell
How close can a modern reproduction come to the legendary Supermarine Spitfire from World War II? And what does preserving and flying these aircraft reveal about aviation...
May 07 2026
PODCAST: Bushmaster PMV funding, long-range strike expansion and cyber defence
Questions remain around sovereign manufacturing. Can Australia continue scaling its land and cyber capabilities while balancing industrial capacity and long-term strategic...
May 01 2026
PODCAST: Space Command workforce expansion and operationalising the domain, with Major General Gregory Novak AM
How is Australia building a specialised space workforce while balancing sovereign capability, allied integration and the operational demands of a contested domain?
April 30 2026
CONTESTED GROUND: The Defence budget, inflationary pressures and domestic information warfare
The release and messaging surrounding the 2026 National Defence Strategy and 2026 Integrated Investment Program is just the latest salvo in the government’s effort to...
April 29 2026
SPOTLIGHT: Maritime sustainment, mission-ready maintenance and resilient fleet capability, with Serco’s David Astbury
The world of maritime operations is built on a bedrock foundation of modern naval sustainment.
April 28 2026
PODCAST: Anzac Day reflections, veteran support reform and ADF workforce trends, with Minister Matt Keogh
How can Australia improve veteran support while strengthening recruitment, retention and workforce pathways in the Australian Defence Force?
April 23 2026