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Australia starts missile production

Australia will start manufacturing Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) missiles this month after the opening of a new factory in Port Wakefield, South Australia. As part of the Albanese Government’s commitment to establish a sovereign guided weapons industry and a future made in Australia…

Australia stands with NATO partners in support of Ukraine

The Albanese Government will provide a $95 million package of military assistance and has imposed further targeted sanctions related to Russia’s shadow fleet as part of our continued support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia’s illegal and immoral invasion.  Australia will make a $50…

Radio Interview, ABC News Breakfast

SUBJECTS: Sexual violence in ADF; defence reforms; defence exports Bridget Brennan: To politics now, because a landmark inquiry into sexual violence in the Australian Defence Force will be announced. Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy joins us now from Newcastle. Good morning, Minister, and…

Product of Concern Summit for Collins class sustainment

The Australian Government today convened the third Product of Concern Summit in Canberra, reaffirming its commitment to improving the sustainment performance of Australia’s Collins class submarines. Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Pat Conroy MP led the summit alongside Minister for Finance,…

Press Conference, Parliament House

SUBJECTS: Defence Reform; ADF monitoring PLA-N task group

Reforming Defence capability development and delivery

The Albanese Government is taking the next significant step towards ensuring Defence delivers the capabilities, skills and workforce it needs to meet Australia’s strategic circumstances. These reforms will include the establishment of a dedicated agency designed to strengthen and streamline…

Submissions now open for 2026 Australian Defence Export Catalogue

Australian defence industry companies are invited to showcase their products and services to international governments via the 2026 Australian Defence Export Catalogue.  Submissions to the Catalogue are now open – with participation raising the profile of Australian defence industry to key…

University of Newcastle, Asia Pacific Public Lecture

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Thank Professor Zelinsky. I’d like to acknowledge the Awabakal and Worimi peoples as the traditional owners of the local area.. ..and pay my respects to elders past, present and emerging. It’s a pleasure to be here at the University of Newcastle. And it’s great to see so many…

Radio Interview, ABC Radio National

SUBJECTS: AUKUS; SUSSAN LEY SPEECH; FUEL RESERVES; DEFENCE CONVENTIONS; COP HOST, SALLY SARA: Pat Conroy is the Minister for Defence Industry and Minister for Pacific Island Affairs – and joins me now. Minister, welcome back to Radio National Breakfast. MINISTER FOR DEFENCE INDUSTRY, PAT CONROY:…

Australia Industry and Workers making the grade with US Virginia Class Submarines Submariness

The Albanese Government is announcing today HIFraser as the first Australian company qualified to supply parts for US Virginia class submarines through the Government-funded Defence Industry Vendor Qualification Program (DIVQ) – supporting advanced manufacturing, creating high-value jobs, and…

Doorstop Interview, Gwandalan, NSW

SUBJECTS: Nauru Journalist: What did you discuss in your meeting with Nauruan President David Adeang? Minister Pat Conroy: I had a very good discussion with President Adeang and it went to our broader bilateral relationship. We signed the Nauru-Australia Treaty last year which was a…

One year of progress on guided weapons

The one-year anniversary of the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Plan has been marked by the opening of an office in Newcastle dedicated to the $850 million missile manufacturing partnership with Kongsberg Defence Australia. The new Kongsberg office is an important milestone in the…