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Lieutenant General Susan Coyle speaks confidently at a conference podium.

Australian Defence Force Accelerates Domain Integration

The next conflict could start in space or cyber, making domain integration a top priority, as Lieutenant General Susan Coyle emphasised at ASPI's 2026 Defence Conference. The Australian Defence Force is on a mission to evolve into a unified force, harnessing the power of five domains to stay ahead of emerging threats.

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Admiral Mark Hammond in formal naval attire stands in a briefing room with a large wooden table and Australian flag motif…

Australia's New Defence Chief Charts Course on Deterrence, Integration

Admiral Mark Hammond is shaking things up as the new head of the Australian Defence Force, starting with a bold move to restore "command" to the ADF's nomenclature, signaling a sharper focus on operations and warfighting readiness. This change sets the tone for what promises to be a transformative four-year tenure.

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HIMARS launcher unit on open terrain, oriented right, rocket pods visible.

Australia Bolsters Army with HIMARS, Armored Vehicles Boost

Australia is supercharging its army with a $2.3 billion boost, including cutting-edge HIMARS rocket systems and advanced Precision Strike Missiles that can hit targets over 1,000kms away. This game-changing upgrade will significantly ramp up the country's defence capabilities.

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