The Australian Defence Force is undertaking a simulation-based, multi-layered Command Post Exercise at Gallipoli Barracks in Brisbane and Headquarters Joint Operations Command in Bungendore, NSW.

To make considered, evidence-based cyber policy judgements in the Asia-Pacific there's a need for better tools to assess the existing 'cyber maturity' of nations in the region.

Over the past decade, the demands of the ADF's global and regional operations have seen an unprecedented growth in Australia’s special operations capability.

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Boeing delivered the 100th EA-18G Growler to the US Navy, marking a major milestone in the program that has transformed airborne electronic warfare capability for the US and its allies.

The UK Defence Equipment and Support organisation has recently briefed industry on its requirements for three new vehicles with an enhanced level of protection to replace legacy vehicles currently deployed.

In Afghanistan, the BAE Systems' M777 lightweight towed howitzer has been used very effectively for both point and area defence by US and Canadian forces.

The USN plans to equip the Northrop Grumman MQ-8C Fire Scout rotary-winged UAV with an electronic warfare capability through the development of a new external pod.

Australia appears to be on the cusp either of continuing with modest improvements in its ISR capabilities, or of seizing the moment for driving step-change improvements, a Kokoda Foundation report suggests.

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The Assistant Minister for Defence, Stuart Robert, together with South Australian Senator David Fawcett spent Tuesday afternoon speaking to local business and community leaders about Army's LAND 400 Combat Vehicle program at the historic Adelaide Oval.

Following a competitive tender process, Australian Helicopters has been awarded a 10-year contract with the Victorian Government and Ambulance Victoria.

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The Next Generation Jammer (NGJ) is an ambitious program to upgrade the technologies and performance of the EA-18G.

The US Navy appears to be ramping up its cyber war capabilities with a contract award that includes support for offensive cyber technology that could "destroy" enemy computer networks and perform cyber espionage.

The US Navy's acquisition of 26 additional EA-18G Growlers will be assigned to four squadrons operating with the USAF's expeditionary air forces and mounted on those craft could be some very advanced cyber weapons.