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👏 South Australia’s standing as the Defence State continues to grow, with another major milestone achieved on the Hunter...
08/10/2025

👏 South Australia’s standing as the Defence State continues to grow, with another major milestone achieved on the Hunter class frigate program at Osborne Naval Shipyard.

BAE Systems Australia's Manufacturing Engineering team, with support from local engineering, operations, supply chain and equipment suppliers, has successfully completed the first installation of Category A major platform equipment on Ship 1, with the fin stabiliser baseplate in place.

This milestone is a powerful example of South Australian innovation and sovereign capability, and it's just the beginning, with a strong pipeline of naval shipbuilding projects ahead.

Read more ➡ https://bit.ly/3VUVup6

📷: credit to BAE Systems Australia

🚢 The Defence State sets sail for Indo Pacific 2025!Defence SA is once again proud to be leading a South Australian dele...
07/10/2025

🚢 The Defence State sets sail for Indo Pacific 2025!

Defence SA is once again proud to be leading a South Australian delegation at the region’s top maritime and naval expo this November.

Over 65 defence industry SMEs, research institutions and education providers will be joining us on the South Australia – the Defence State stand, showcasing their world-class maritime capabilities. Find us in Hall 3, Stand 3C74 from 4 - 6 November.

Check out the list of exhibitors ➡ https://bit.ly/4ny4vAv

Last week, our Executive Director Defence and Industry, Ian Spencer, travelled to Clare to host a targeted industry brie...
01/10/2025

Last week, our Executive Director Defence and Industry, Ian Spencer, travelled to Clare to host a targeted industry briefing in collaboration with Regional Development Australia Yorke and Mid North.

The session showcased the growing potential for regional businesses to engage with the defence sector, with support from the Department of State Development, Office for Defence Industry Support (ODIS), Defence Teaming Centre, and defence primes ASC Pty Ltd, Saab Australia and Multiplex.

It was a fantastic opportunity for local businesses to hear directly from government and industry representatives about procurement processes, support services and workforce initiatives, before connecting one-on-one during a networking session.

🎉 South Australia secures $28m National Security TAFE Centre of Excellence! This state-of-the-art facility is set to str...
30/09/2025

🎉 South Australia secures $28m National Security TAFE Centre of Excellence!

This state-of-the-art facility is set to strengthen cyber resilience and upskill the state's workforce for major Defence programs, delivering specialist training in electrotechnology, electronics and engineering.

With South Australia's growing involvement in key naval shipbuilding and guided weapons projects, the centre will supply skilled workers to local industry and play a vital role in preparing a future-ready workforce for the SSN-AUKUS submarines.

Read more ➡ http://bit.ly/46QwaWf

🎉 New leadership appointments to steer Defence SA's Advisory Board! We’re thrilled to announce Lieutenant General Rick B...
29/09/2025

🎉 New leadership appointments to steer Defence SA's Advisory Board!

We’re thrilled to announce Lieutenant General Rick Burr AO DSC MVO (Retd), former Chief of the Australian Army, as the new Chair, and Christine Zeitz as a newly appointed member.

Rick joined the Board in October 2024 and steps into the role following the departure of Vice Admiral Russ Crane AO CSM RAN (Retd), who served with distinction for 14 years.

Christine brings significant private sector expertise and a wealth of knowledge, complementing the continuing members, Steve Ludlam who has been reappointed, Air Vice Marshal Cath Roberts AO CSC (Retd) and Major General Kathryn Toohey AM CSC (Retd).

We extend our sincere thanks to outgoing members Vice Admiral Russ Crane AO CSM RAN (Retd) and Merv Davis for their lasting contributions.

Read more ➡ http://bit.ly/4pQlPCs

Last weekend, our Director Maritime Mel Slater joined Veterans SA's Director Bianca Wheeler and local industry for a spe...
26/09/2025

Last weekend, our Director Maritime Mel Slater joined Veterans SA's Director Bianca Wheeler and local industry for a special breakfast aboard the STS Young Endeavour.

The event highlighted the incredible youth development program as the ship made her final visit to Port Adelaide before being decommissioned. Young Endeavour II is currently under construction in Port Macquarie and set to launch in early 2026.

Learn more about the ship and the program ➡ youngendeavour.gov.au

🎉 Exciting news! REDARC Defence & Space has officially completed stage one of its $50M Advanced Manufacturing & Technolo...
25/09/2025

🎉 Exciting news! REDARC Defence & Space has officially completed stage one of its $50M Advanced Manufacturing & Technology Hub in Lonsdale.

Once complete, the two-storey, high-tech hub will supercharge REDARC's ability to design, manufacture and deliver mission-critical systems for the Australian Defence Force, as well as national and international space and defence programs.

The hub is also set to create up to 200 highly skilled jobs by 2032.

Read more ➡ http://bit.ly/46L1XrI

The Department of Defence is inviting industry stakeholders to provide input on the Defence Industry Development Strateg...
23/09/2025

The Department of Defence is inviting industry stakeholders to provide input on the Defence Industry Development Strategy 2024, helping shape the 2026 policy direction.

📅 Survey closes 24 October 2025.

Submit your feedback today ➡ http://bit.ly/3IE1saF

Have you secured your registrations for in Sydney from 4-6 November?Register by Friday 31 October to be part of the re...
22/09/2025

Have you secured your registrations for in Sydney from 4-6 November?

Register by Friday 31 October to be part of the region’s leading maritime and naval defence event, showcasing over 800 exhibitors and welcoming prominent international delegations.

Register here 👉 https://bit.ly/3I7a0X2

🚀 Applications are now open for the 2026 Defence Industry Leadership Program (DILP)!This unique program delivered by the...
19/09/2025

🚀 Applications are now open for the 2026 Defence Industry Leadership Program (DILP)!

This unique program delivered by the Defence Teaming Centre is designed to support emerging leaders within Australia’s defence industry.

Participants develop practical leadership skills, build industry connections, gain real-world insights through site visits, and graduate with a nationally recognised Diploma of Leadership and Management.

Learn more and apply now ➡ http://bit.ly/4mkBFC3

Applications close 12 December 2025.

🏁 The countdown is on! In just a few days, the Fusion Racing Team from Charles Campbell College will take the global sta...
19/09/2025

🏁 The countdown is on! In just a few days, the Fusion Racing Team from Charles Campbell College will take the global stage at the World Finals in Singapore.

Sasha, a year 10 student and the team’s graphic designer and sponsorship manager, shared:

“We’re incredibly proud of the work we’ve created and even more proud of the personal and academic growth each team member has achieved. But above all, we’re most proud to represent Australia at an event as esteemed as the World Finals. Whether we stand on the podium or not, we’ll be smiling, knowing how far we’ve come. We hope to make you proud, Australia!”

👏 Huge congratulations to the team for reaching the World Finals. This is a remarkable achievement and we wish you every success in Singapore.

Defence SA has been a proud sponsor of the Fusion Racing Team.

18/09/2025

Looking back on an impactful week at 2025!

The global event saw over 45,000 attendees and delegations from more than 90 countries. More than 60 South Australian companies proudly represented our state at the event amplifying the South Australian Government’s presence as we reaffirmed our strategic role in the AUKUS partnership with our own Defence State stand.

The week was highlighted by a series of major announcements for SA industry both before and during the event, including:

🚀 The launch of a UK Defence and Space Landing Pad
✍ Rolls-Royce signing an MoU with the South Australian Government
🛡️ Ares Armaments unveiling their counter-drone ammunition
🎉 Undersea Defence Technology Conference heading to Adelaide in 2026
📻 Codan DTC debuting its locally manufactured, military-grade soldier radio to a global audience
🤝 Humanihut securing a global market opportunity with Mitie

In collaboration with the Office of the Agent General and the Department of State Development, we demonstrated why South Australia is the Defence State with local industry capability front and centre on the Defence State and Team Defence Australia stands and during trade mission activities and ancillary events.

And finally, a shout out to our team and to everyone who visited our stand or joined our events. Your support helped make DSEI 2025 a resounding success and we are looking forward to building on the new relationships formed to provide opportunities in the best state for defence!

Visit our website to learn more about the announcements ➡ http://bit.ly/42u6Nbg

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