Mobile phones are now essential tools for emergencies. They can flexibly and accurately display information on conditions, alert you to dangers, can communicate for help and provide assistance to address problems or alleviate life-threatening situations.

DFAT has released the International Gender Equality Strategy aimed at strengthening relationships in the Indo-Pacific region; specifically focussing on gender considerations during humanitarian and climate assistance, as well as promoting inclusive trade and economic equality.

The US Navy’s MQ-4C Triton fleet will undergo maintenance and repairs at RAAF Base Edinburgh, demonstrating Australia’s capacity to support complex aerospace sustainment operations. New Zealand has confirmed a similar intent for their Poseidon fleet.

This article outlines recent air, sea, land, space, local industry and cyber capability enhancements including investing in missile defence, radar technology, space operations and strengthened cyber resilience. China’s new J-36 fighter may have supersonic capabilities.

Organisations, including defence, have need for massive data storage and associated electrical supply. They need coordinated backups and contingencies in case of surges or outages. Managers need to be aware of these data storage vulnerabilities.

As well as Russia, China, Iran and North Korea, the report includes transnational criminals, terrorists, other nonstate actors, cyber and biosecurity. China is now number two in space with global coverage many areas.

The delivery is the first of 42 HIMARS ordered for Australia. The arrival will also support Australian defence industry, with the Australian Government investing in a facility to locally manufacture HIMARS-compatible and other guided missiles.

The recent arrest of US soldiers for selling information is a reminder for awareness and vigilance. Awareness that agents are actively seeking information on intellectual property and national security. Vigilance in the reporting of suspicious activity.

The France-UK initiative is part of a broader mine warfare transition using AI-powered sonar detection to improve efficiency and protect personnel. Can be deployed from a harbour or mother ship. First vessel in operation.

At promotion time it’s common to feel others get rewarded for their merit, while you’re passed over. Read about employing more proactive strategies to be noticed by improving communication, appearance, deportment, engagement and creativity.