Military Management | The Runway

As a topic of Program Wirraway, Military Management focuses on promoting professionalism through up-skilling in the broad areas of management, organisational and cultural competence, attitudes, values and ethics, resilience, and strategies to be employed as you navigate the complex Defence systems as you navigate military and civilian organisational systems throughout your career. Military management involves efficiently coordinating resources and personnel within the armed forces to achieve mission objectives. It requires effective planning, organization, and direction of military activities while promoting accountability and teamwork. Strong decision-making skills, adaptability, and fostering professional growth are essential. Military management is vital for maintaining readiness and ensuring successful mission accomplishment.

Military Management

Northern defence is getting more talk than action

Although investment continues at Tindal Air Force base, a lack of coordinated infrastructure action—particularly in rail and road links—limits defence readiness in the Northern Territory, impacting logistics, US basing, and force deployment.

Military Management

Collisions Between Planes and Birds Follow Seasonal Patterns and Overlap with Breeding and Migration – New Research

Bird strikes peak in late summer and autumn—August in the northern hemisphere and April in the southern—but climate change may alter this pattern. Aviation authorities, scientists, and policymakers need to cooperate to minimise risks.

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Complex army kit is concentrating at Townsville. It should be managed there

Positioning Army management offices in Townsville would support complex equipment sustainment and make the best use of experienced local personnel—a cost-effective, security-conscious solution.

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DAF senior leaders discuss quality of life, modernizing forces

A recent USAF summit focused on quality of life concerns—recognising personnel readiness suffers when domestic challenges distract from mission focus and operational effectiveness.

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Authors Sue AI Company Anthropic, Alleging ‘Large-Scale Theft’ of Their Work

AI relies on human-generated data—users should consider the ethical implications and ensure that contributions are fairly acknowledged and compensated.

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How to Improve Load-Bearing Skills Required by the Military Through Fitness

This USA Military magazine suggests building strength and endurance with sandbags, kettlebells, and exercises tailored for military tasks like carrying heavy gear or personnel.

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Navy Set To Meet Active-Duty Recruiting Goals After Missing Two Straight Years

Recruitment and retention are ongoing challenges for Western militaries—the US Navy reversed its recruitment trend by radically changing how it attracts and accepts candidates.

Military Management

Behavioral Science Says This Is the Easiest Way to Be More Likable and Make a Great First Impression (Especially If You’re Somewhat Shy), Starting Today

Likeability is linked to success—a valuable skill that can be developed and applied in the workplace, enhancing leadership effectiveness and teamwork.

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Explainer: the governor-general is also commander-in-chief of the defence forces. What does this mean in practice?

The role is mostly symbolic—actions involving military powers under Australia's Constitution require ministerial guidance, emphasising the importance of civilian oversight in national defence decisions.

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Napkin is a great new AI tool for making quick visuals

Napkin is a new AI tool which turns text quickly into a range of visuals and graphics giving personnel a creative visual option for presentations and reports.