Media releases

Improved information sharing with Coalition partners

The Australian Government is committed to improving the Australian Defence Force’s ability to share command and control information when conducting operations with our coalition partners. Minister for Defence Industry, Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC, said $52.8 million had been invested to…

Boost to Australian Defence industry and innovation sector

The Australian Government is continuing to invest in local defence industry and research organisations to develop enhanced capability for Defence. Minister for Defence Industry, Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC, said nine Australian businesses had been awarded Defence Innovation Hub contracts…

Sovereign Industrial Capability Priority Grants

The first seven recipients of the Australian Government’s largest individual defence industry grants program were announced today. Minister for Defence Industry, Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC said the recipients would benefit from a $2.6 million investment from the $17 million Sovereign…

Implementation of the Defence Industry Skilling and STEM Strategy Commences

The Australian Government today announced additional grant funding of $1.4 million has been awarded for the Schools Pathways Program for the 2019-20 financial year as a first step to implementing the Defence Industry Skilling and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Strategy. The…

Kate Carnell appointed co-chair of Defence Industry Advisory Board

Minister for Defence Industry, Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC, today announced Ms Kate Carnell AO had been appointed Co-Chair of the Centre for Defence Industry Capability (CDIC) Advisory Board. Mr James Fitzgerald, the Executive Chairman of Civmec, was also appointed to the Board, and serving…

A safer Australia - Budget 2019-20 - Defence overview

Joint Media Release Minister for Defence, the Hon Christopher Pyne, MP Minister for Defence Industry, Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC   The Morrison Government’s number one priority is keeping Australians safe and secure. The 2019–20 Budget sees continued strong investment in Australia’s…

Coomunga Rifle Range approved for sale to District Council of Lower Eyre Peninsula

Assistant Minister for Defence, Senator the Hon David Fawcett, and Federal Member for Grey, Mr Rowan Ramsey MP have announced that the Department of Defence and the District Council of Lower Eyre Peninsula have agreed to the contract terms for the off-market sale of the Coomunga Rifle Range. “This…

Young Endeavour replacement

The Government is pleased to announce the STS Young Endeavour replacement project is progressing and will be due for consideration by Cabinet later this year. Minister for Defence, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP said the program is recognised internationally as a leading youth development program,…

Industry engaged in Attack Class submarine program

Joint Media Release Minister for Defence, the Hon Christopher Pyne, MP Minister for Defence Industry, Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC   Australian companies and universities continue to show a high level of interest in the Attack class submarine program. The Minister for Defence, the Hon…

Helicopter aircrew training system

The Australian Defence Force’s Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) has successfully achieved Initial Operating Capability. Minister for Defence, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP said the training system was designed to prepare Navy and Army aircrew for transition into Defence’s complex combat…

Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2019 Completes Sri Lanka Visit

The Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2019 (IPE 19) Joint Task Force has departed Sri Lanka following Australia’s largest Defence engagement activity with the nation. Minister for Defence, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP said IPE 19 was a valuable opportunity for both countries to improve cooperation between…

Website launched to assist transitioning veterans to find employment

A new website is making it easier for Australian Defence Force (ADF) members to transition to civilian work. Minister for Defence Personnel, the Hon Darren Chester MP said the Australian Defence Force Transition and Civil Recognition website had been designed to assist ADF members seeking …