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Australia has expanded its partnership with the United States to develop the Next Generation Jammer system for the EA-18G Growler. This unique, high-end capability can disrupt, deceive or deny a broad range of military electronic systems, including radars and communications.
More than 1,000 US Marines have completed quarantine in the Northern Territory, with training now well underway as part of this year’s Marine Rotational Force – Darwin (MRF-D).
Australian defence industry businesses across the country are being encouraged to submit their applications for inclusion in the 2021 Australian Defence Sales Catalogue.
Joint media release Minister for Home Affairs, the Hon Peter Dutton MP The Morrison Government is further boosting Australia’s cyber defences to ensure our essential networks are even more secure and reliable.
Joint media release Minister for Defence, Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Melissa Price MP
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Work has started on the $430.5 million HMAS Watson redevelopment, marking a major milestone for a project set to deliver significant benefits and hundreds of jobs for NSW’s defence industry.
The Morrison Government will invest around $11 million to acquire an advanced anti submarine warfare capability for Defence.Minister for Defence, Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC said the new AUV62-AT, Intermediate Anti-Submarine Warfare Training Target will enhance Australia’s warfighting capabilities.
The Morrison Government is investing up to $1.3 billion in a new Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) development program to enhance situational awareness across Australia’s vast maritime environment.The Maritime UAS Continuous Development program will ensure Defence maintains leading-edge maritime surveillance capabilities.
A Request for Proposal to improve aviation support for Australia’s new Special Forces helicopters are now open to Australian defence industry.Industry options will be explored by Defence for an agile upgrade pathway for the new fleet of light helicopters sought under LAND2097 Phase 4.
Melbourne manufacturer Tectonica Australia has won a $25 million contract to provide sophisticated camera technology aimed at boosting safety for the Army’s Boxer armoured vehicles.
Organisations that support Australian Defence Force (ADF) families across Australia will share in $1.5 million to deliver programs and services within their local communities.
The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has expanded its support to Victoria’s COVID-19 response, with around 1,400 personnel deployed in Victoria at the request of State authorities.The ADF’s current tasks include:
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Joint media release Senator the Hon. Marise Payne, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Minister for Women Senator the Hon. Linda Reynolds, Minister for Defence Australia joins the people of the Republic of Vanuatu in celebrating their country’s milestone of 40 years of independence.
Joint media release Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme & Minister for Government Services, the Hon Stuart Robert MP
South Australians will play a crucial role in maintaining and supporting the Royal Australian Air Force’s P-8A Poseidon aircraft at RAAF Base Edinburgh, after a new deal was signed with Boeing Defence Australia which is creating 40 new jobs.
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Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) aircraft and more than 150 RAAF personnel have deployed to Guam to join exercises with the Royal Australian Navy and the United States.
Defence has signed a $7 million contract extension with BAE Systems Australia to support the Advanced Air Defence Simulator in Adelaide for another three years. The simulator, at Woodside Barracks, is used to train soldiers in the use of the RBS70 surface-to-air missile system.
Australia’s defence industry continues to fly high, with a key milestone reached in the maintenance of the Royal Australian Air Force’s new F-35 fighter jets.The first Australian F‑35A engine fan module has undergone routine maintenance at local Queensland business TAE Aerospace, based at Bundamba in Ipswich.
Joint media release Senator for Victoria, Senator David Van A Victorian company is readying itself for global success in the aerospace industry after receiving funding from the Morrison Government to help it expand.
Joint media release The Hon Alan Trudge MP, Minister for Population, Cities and Urban InfrastructureMember for Aston
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Joint media release Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Melissa Price MP
Young Australians studying science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) are encouraged to apply for the newly launched Australian Defence Force (ADF) Future Innovators Award. The award is a cash prize that encourages Year 10 and Year 12 high school students in their STEM pursuits, and recognises their innovative talents.
The Australian Defence Force and its allied forces will draw on Australian ingenuity and expertise to enhance surveillance and air battlespace capability.
Joint media release Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Melissa Price MP Member for Bass, Bridget Archer MP
