Kristian Constantinides

Increasing Australian industry participation in the defence sector will be a key goal for the new government.

WA leadership of a rebadged defence sector support division, the Office of Defence Industry Support, is primed to deliver opportunities for local SMEs.

Indigenous Australians and their businesses play an important role in the defence industry.

The slain former PM’s impact and legacy have been felt well beyond Japan’s borders.

A pathways program that provides on-the-job experience is helping deliver careers in WA’s defence sector.

A conference in Perth has explored WA’s unique defence and security environment, threats and opportunities.

Developing and maintaining strong alliances is vital for security in the Indo-Pacific region.

Evolving and improving aspects of ADF culture requires commitment, and patience.

A veteran captain puts the case for the use of pre-positioned ships to shore up security.

The federal government has proposed six steps to improve the procurement process, which is too long in an increasingly dynamic environment.

Australia’s official development assistance needs to grow in alignment with the defence spend.

The defence sector’s culture and growth was on display at an industry event earlier this month.

Xi Jinping may have reached out to world leaders but is still firmly focused on China’s long game.

The next 12 months will present a host of opportunities for the defence manufacturing sector in WA.

AUKUS must be more than a collection of convenient solutions.

The use of economic sanctions and trade tools can be effective supports for battlefield action.

The US is facing a foe that is increasingly its equal.

WA businesses and government were well represented at a major biennial event.

Details of Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine agreement have surfaced.

The nuclear subs deal has supporters and detractors both within Australia and overseas.

Clear communication is vital if veterans are to find the right starting point for support.

Threats and challenges identified in the 1990s remain today.

The federal budget delivered some good news for veterans and WA industry.

Trade-offs will be required to ensure defence procurement is capable of delivering the necessary security pillars in a changed geopolitical context.

Some US lawmakers still have concerns about the nuclear-powered subs deal with Australia.

While criticism of aspects of the Brereton Report may be justified, the findings did not “throw diggers under the bus”, as claimed in the Senate.

Simon Crean will be remembered for qualities such as integrity over self-interest, honesty, and consistency in core beliefs.

Federal funding of $24 million for veterans’ employment is welcome news for veterans and the business community.

Key deals involving land, sea and air security underscore the growing success in defence industry.

This element ensures the Australian Defence Force is equipped with something, as opposed to nothing.

Women inside and outside the force are working hard to lift representation and recognition.

Concerns that labour claims could threaten productivity, timelines, costs and national security objectives.

Local companies and people made their mark at the sector’s annual awards night in Canberra.

War can erupt without warning, and no participant escapes unharmed.

The current course of action by all players in the Israel-Hamas war will only fuel future extreme views on both sides.

Two important events, one in Perth and the other Sydney, demonstrate the scale and capability of WA’s defence community, while November 11 was a time for reflection.

Last month’s announcement by Austal is a significant moment for the future of the WA defence industry.

A new institute that fills a gap in veterans’ services has already illustrated its intention to convert discussion into action.

A clear line of command and responsibility at government level is required for Australia to achieve its AUKUS objectives.

Last month’s Singapore Air Show provided a strong case for the efforts of Team Defence Australia.