Air & Space Power

New sub-450-gram mini drone system sustains autonomous surveillance despite GPS jamming

Teledyne FLIR’s Black Recon system integrates autonomous micro-drones with vehicle-mounted launch, recovery and recharge capabilities, providing near-continuous reconnaissance while keeping personnel protected under armour and maintaining situational awareness in contested environments.
3 minutes
Air & Space Power

Boeing to integrate Land 4140 Battle Management System

Boeing Defence Australia will integrate the ADF Land 4140 Battle Management System to modernise Army command, control and communications, unifying software, data and situational awareness tools for improved battlefield decision-making.
2 minutes
Liaison Officer - Leading Aircraftman Andrew Hunter
Military History

First Nations Australians serving during World War II

Despite enlistment barriers, 6,500–7,000 Aboriginal Australians served in World War II in military and civilian roles. Their contributions were vital, yet most returned to ongoing inequality, delayed recognition, and denied rights and benefits.
15 minutes
n Australian Army soldier from 1st Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment, transmits an exercise NATO 9-Liner report during a trench clearance as part of Exercise Brolga Sprint, at Townsville Field Training Area, Queensland on 12 June 2025.
Strategic Influence

Russia preparing possible ‘provocation’ in Baltic states or Poland, sources say

NATO members warn Russia may stage limited provocations in Baltic states or Poland to test alliance unity, amid pressure from Ukraine strikes. Intelligence suggests hybrid attacks rather than full invasion, raising fears of escalation.
4 minutes
Wellbeing

When Self-Improvement Becomes Self-Surveillance

Self-tracking can aid healthy habits but may create pressure and self-judgment. Health data can help, but lacks life context, so healthy tracking should remain flexible, balanced, and supportive, prioritising wellbeing over perfection.
4 minutes
PC-21 Williamtown
Military Management

National Security’s No-Fail Problem

This US-based author argues organisations that rely too heavily on jargon and manufactured urgency risk weakening judgement, accountability and honest communication, making it harder to distinguish genuine priorities from routine administrative pressure.
4 minutes
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