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Jun- 2024 -

4 June

Short on Troops, Australia Opens Military to Non-Citizens

Australia will allow non-citizens to join its armed forces, the government said, as the sparsely populated nation struggles to meet recruitment targets.

3 June

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Joe Saballa

Australian Army to Finally Introduce ‘Owl’ Electric-Powered Suicide Drone

The Australian Army will finally induct a new, electric-powered kamikaze drone that has been in development for more than two years.

3 June

Technology

Australian Army Role 2 Basic field hospital set up by the 3rd Health Battalion during Exercise Rhino Run at Cultana Training Area. *** Local Caption *** The 3rd Health Battalion deployed their Role 2 Basic into the field environment on Exercise Rhino Run 2024. The Role 2 Basic is a manoeuvrable and deployable field hospital designed to offer urgent medical care, including resuscitation, surgery and critical care post-evacuation via medics in the field. The Role 2 Basic is suitable for all shape, deter and respond operations and is able to be deployed at short notice due to its ease of movement. Exercise Rhino Run 2024 is the culminating force generation event for the 9th Brigade in 2024 involving 1st Armoured Regiment, 7th Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment, 10th/27th Battalion, Royal South Australia Regiment, 9th Combat Service Support Battalion, Headquarters 9th Brigade personnel, and equipment external supports from 3rd Health Battalion and United States Marine Corps. The activity includes a number of carefully synchronised unit live and dry fire activities in the Cultana Training Area (CUTA) with Direct Command Units working together to deliver individual and team training outcomes through supported and supporting arrangements.

Rojoef Manuel

Australian Military Showcases Frontline-Deployable Hospital

The Australian Defence Force has demonstrated a maneuverable surgical medical treatment hub for frontline applications.

May- 2024 -

29 May

Sea

Rojoef Manuel

Australia Forms Consortium to Design Nuclear Submarine Yard in Osborne

Australia has selected defense industry partners to provide the concept design of a Nuclear-Powered Submarine Construction Yard in Osborne.

28 May

Air

Rojoef Manuel

Bombardier Defense Opens New Office in Australia

Canadian aerospace company Bombardier Defense has inaugurated a new office in Australia to enhance its presence in the Asia-Pacific.

22 May

War

Inder Singh Bisht

Ukraine to Receive Australian Marine Boats to Bolster River Fleet

Australia is sending state-of-the-art inflatable boats to Ukraine as part of a $65.6 million military aid package.

15 May

Technology

Joe Saballa

Australian Army Tests MantisX Weapons Accuracy Tracking System

The Australian Defence Force is testing the effectiveness of its new MantisX weapons accuracy tracking system.

13 May

Land

At RAAF Base Tindal, Northern Territory, personnel from No. 17 Squadron stand on parade during the Change of Command ceremony. *** Local Caption *** Wing Commander Shane Smith retired from the ADF after 41 years of service, handing over command of No. 17 Squadron and the role of Senior Australian Defence Force Officer at RAAF Base Tindal. The parade and ceremony on 10 March 2023 celebrated Wing Commander Smiths long career and welcomed the incoming Commanding Officer, Wing Commander Fiona Pearce. Squadron and base personnel, alongside Katherine community leaders, praised Wing Commander Smiths leadership during this defining period in RAAF Base Tindals history.

Rojoef Manuel

Australia to Provide ‘Critical’ Upgrades for Military Buildings in Katherine

Canberra is investing $27.6 million in major upgrades to military infrastructures in Katherine, Northern Territory.

8 May

Land

Rojoef Manuel

Australia to Improve Additional Military Facilities in Northern Territory

Australia announced an additional investment to upgrade military infrastructure and capabilities across the Northern Territory.

7 May

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

Australian PM Calls China Warplane Conduct ‘Unacceptable’

Australia chastised China over its "unacceptable" behavior in international airspace, accusing a Chinese warplane of firing flares in the path of one of its navy helicopters.

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