Outreach and training

Defence is committed to supporting stakeholders in meeting their obligations under Australia’s defence export control laws.

This is achieved by making information available on the Defence website, conducting outreach activities, and participating in forums.

Awareness training

Training modules are accessible via Defence’s online learning platform (LXP: Global). To find the relevant training, search for ‘Navigating Australia’s Defence Export Controls Framework’.

Outreach program

Defence hosts virtual and face-to-face information sessions across Australia for the industry and the higher education and research sectors. These sessions aim to provide an overview of the changes that are occurring to Australia's Defence Export Controls framework and how industry can comply with the new Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024.

Defence held 10 national outreach sessions from July – September 2024, an introductory information session can be viewed at the Australian Academy of Science website.

Upcoming events

Virtual sessions are available for some outreach events. For a more comprehensive experience, including a questions and answers component, attending in person is recommended.

Location Date Details Registration
University of Western Australia Defence and Security Institute 9 October, 2024 AUKUS Masterclass – Pillar II: Learn how to lean into WA’s ability to deliver advanced capabilities and engage Defence Export Controls in a panel discussion. Register for the course.
Paid course
Online November, 2024 A higher education and research, and an industry session coming soon Free online event

Stakeholder engagement sessions

Defence Export Controls is offering 1-1 engagement sessions for stakeholders from industry and the higher education and research sectors. Subject matter experts will be available to discuss the Australia, United Kingdom and United States licence-free environment and new export controls. 

Register using the online form. Availability is limited (additional sessions may be organised depending on levels of interest).

Resources

A comprehensive factsheet providing broad guidance and examples on Australia’s export controls, including the recent changes, is provided below.

Export controls guidance and examples (PDF, 1.9 MB)

Contacts

1800 333 362 (1800 DEFENCE)

dec.outreach@defence.gov.au