The UK Secretary of State for Defence, Ben Wallace, has effectively ruled out an Astute-class submarine as the nuclear-powered replacement for Australia’s six Collins-class conventional submarines. Speaking at the commissioning of HMS Anson in the UK, Mr Wallace noted that…
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has named his first Cabinet, with a couple of surprise announcements. To nobody’s surprise, Deputy Leader Richard Marles MP has selected the Defence portfolio for his front-bench job; and Defence Industry is no longer an…
The size and capability of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) will be significantly increased to keep Australians safe in an increasingly uncertain global environment, Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced on 10 March. Under the plan ADF personnel will increase by…
The Australian Department of Defence has opened a new, purpose built Australian Hypersonics Research Precinct at Eagle Farm in Brisbane. The $14 million Precinct provides a location for Defence, industry, universities and international partners to advance Australia’s understanding and use…