AIDN National Gala Dinner

The Australian Industry & Defence Network (AIDN) is the premier Australian industry association representing Defence Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs). AIDN has grown from humble beginnings to represent in excess of 1000 member companies across Australia.

The AIDN National Dinner will be held in Canberra on 8th February 2022, where we will present the AIDN annual National Young Achiever Award.

Speakers will include Minister for Defence Industry, Melissa Price, and Tony Fraser (CASG) presenting the AIDN National Young Achievers Award. More speakers to be announced shortly. 

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March

Beyond Service is a 2½-day residential wellness retreat designed specifically for women veterans who are ready for space to breathe, reconnect, reset, and feel understood.

The Defence Industry Leadership Program has played a pivotal role in nurturing the growth of more than 370 defence industry leaders since its establishment in 2010.

Hear directly from senior leaders on the new Defence Delivery Agency, early insights ahead of the 2026 National Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program and see live project case studies.

April

Life After Service is a free, two-day, in-person wellbeing program delivered by I’ve Got Your 6 Foundation (IGY6), designed for veterans and first responders navigating life beyond service.

The Cowork Coplay program is a strengths-based, face-to-face program focused on career development, wellbeing and community connection with a creche for young children. Free for spouses/family members of current & former ADF members & Reservists.

The Cowork Coplay program is a strengths-based, face-to-face program focused on career development, wellbeing and community connection with a creche for young children. Free for spouses/family members of current & former ADF members & Reservists.

May

The Cowork Coplay program is a strengths-based, face-to-face program focused on career development, wellbeing and community connection with a creche for young children. Free for spouses/family members of current & former ADF members & Reservists.

October

The Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition has announced the 2026 edition of Australia’s largest land defence trade event will be held in Perth, Western Australia, from 6-8 October 2026. 

KADEX 2026, one of the largest defence industry exhibitions in Korea, is happening from 6 October to 10 October 2026.