Air & Space Power

RAAF takes delivery of its final P-8A Poseidon

The Royal Australian Air Force’s now complete P‑8A Poseidon fleet will enhance maritime surveillance, anti‑submarine warfare, and strike capabilities; while strengthening Australia’s defence strategy, operational resilience, and support for regional security through ongoing upgrades.
2 minutes
HMAS Sydney II (D 48)
Communication & Cognition

Rehearsal isn’t resilience

Preparedness can fail when organisations focus too heavily on familiar scenarios, reducing ability to recognise and respond when pressure emerges in unexpected forms—as demonstrated by Singapore’s 1942 planning which overlooked vulnerable landward defensive approaches.
5 minutes
Military History

Historian’s nearly two decade quest to piece together America’s last major offensive in Vietnam

New historical research into the Battle of Fire Support Base Ripcord highlights the human cost, leadership challenges, and operational realities of one of the Vietnam War’s deadliest and least understood American campaigns.
4 minutes
Air & Space Power

Australia officially opens Deep Maintenance and Modification Facility at RAAF Base Edinburgh

South Australia has opened a $200 million Deep Maintenance and Modification Facility (DMMF) at RAAF Base Edinburgh, establishing sovereign sustainment capability for the P-8A Poseidon fleet and strengthening regional defence industry, readiness, and interoperability.
3 minutes
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Air & Space Power

Every country should understand space as a warfighting domain

Space now holds strategic importance comparable with air power, and a warfighting designation supports clearer capability development processes. Australia and NATO still describe space operationally rather than combatively. Author argues strategic language should reflect reality.
6 minutes
Dechaineux and Farncomb transit Port Phillip Bay
Communication & Cognition

What is the ‘Thucydides trap’ Xi warned Trump about? Lessons from an ancient war between Athens and Sparta

The concept describes tensions between established and emerging powers. Rival powers often react poorly to shifting influence; history suggests fear and unmanaged competition can damage all sides if leaders fail to adapt to changing realities.
6 minutes
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Strategic Influence

Australia to Buy Three Second-Hand United States Submarines Under AUKUS Shake-Up

Previous plans included two used, and one new, submarine. The matching vessels should lower costs and improve long-term sustainment. Analysts note benefits from operating identical variants, but critics argue older vessels may increase maintenance.
4 minutes
Air & Space Power

Australia officially opens Deep Maintenance and Modification Facility at RAAF Base Edinburgh

South Australia has opened a $200 million Deep Maintenance and Modification Facility (DMMF) at RAAF Base Edinburgh, establishing sovereign sustainment capability for the P-8A Poseidon fleet and strengthening regional defence industry, readiness, and interoperability.
3 minutes
Air & Space Power

RAAF takes delivery of its final P-8A Poseidon

The Royal Australian Air Force’s now complete P‑8A Poseidon fleet will enhance maritime surveillance, anti‑submarine warfare, and strike capabilities; while strengthening Australia’s defence strategy, operational resilience, and support for regional security through ongoing upgrades.
2 minutes
HMAS Sydney II (D 48)
Communication & Cognition

Rehearsal isn’t resilience

Preparedness can fail when organisations focus too heavily on familiar scenarios, reducing ability to recognise and respond when pressure emerges in unexpected forms—as demonstrated by Singapore’s 1942 planning which overlooked vulnerable landward defensive approaches.
5 minutes
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