The evolution of AI is changing the nature of war for both conventional and unconventional forces.

The unnecessary use of gendered language should be removed from the professional lexicon. 

Sea power principles developed a century ago might still apply to air power.

Not only must leaders be resilient, they must also develop it in others.

At the top of the personnel Hierarchy of Needs is fulfilment, where personnel love their job, colleagues, managers, and feel appreciated.

The exercise showcased China’s ability to perform complex manoeuvres in orbit, as well as Beijing’s tactical and technological advancement in space capabilities. The operation involved three Shiyan-24C experimental satellites and two other Chinese experimental spacecraft.

Journalist Goldberg was privy to a chat on Signal, an open-source encrypted messaging service, between the senior-most national security officials. This is a reminder of the risks to Op Sec of using non-approved messaging technology.

Despite being almost a dirty word, ambition is actually a good thing. It fuels self-reliance and empowers individuals to trust their instincts and shape their own paths, and is an essential tool for personal growth.

Influence now matters as much as presence—without clear, coordinated messaging, Australia risks strategic setbacks before operations even begin. Cognitive warfare targets perception and decisions. Information is a battlespace—not just a tool.

Work is changing rapidly due to evolving technological, social and economic factors. Relying on command-and-control structures and rigid roles could put organisations at risk of failing to achieve their goals and missions in the future.