Defence industry governance is used to manage the interrelationships between stakeholders, relevant legislation, internal processes, rules, regulations, approvals and instructions.

The Australian Naval Classification Authority (ANCA) develops and implements world leading rules for the design and classification of Australian Defence vessels.

The Defence Seaworthiness Regulator ensures all managers and operators of Defence vessels are appropriately managing risks to people and the environment, while maintaining their operational effectiveness.

Information about the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide (RCDVS) Defence Implementation Program Board.

The Defence Graduate Program is a 12-month development opportunity designed to launch your career in the Australian Public Service (APS). As a Defence graduate, you will gain hands-on experience, build professional networks and develop the skills needed to make a real impact.

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The Australian Naval Seaworthiness Authority (ANSA) regulates the Defence maritime community to assure the Defence Seaworthiness Authority that naval vessels are, so far as is reasonably practicable, safe and operated safely.

The Australian Defence College includes Australian War College, Australian Defence Training Centre, Australian Defence Force Academy, Centre for Defence Research, ADF Transition and Civil Recognition Project, Wargaming and Simulation Centre, Defence Learning Technology Environment.

Find health, mental wellbeing, family support and lifestyle benefits for ADF members of the Reserves.

Explore health, mental wellbeing and family support for ADF members of the Permanent Forces.

Welcome to Defence's privacy page where you'll find the privacy policy for the Defence website.

Personal information will be collected for the purposes of keeping individuals and organisations updated on the implementation of the Defence Estate Audit.

The Estate Works Program (EWP) delivers facilities and infrastructure maintenance projects aimed at addressing safety and compliance requirements on the Defence estate.

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Treaty between the Government of Australia and the Government of the United States of America concerning Defense Trade Cooperation (the Treaty). The Treaty is intended to improve the efficiency of eligible two-way transfers between Australia and the US by facilitating the export of controlled goods within an Approved Community without the need for an export licence. The Treaty came into force on 16 May 2013.

Online application form for Defence honours and awards.

Defence Export Controls (DEC) assesses applications made to export, supply, publish or broker military and dual-use goods and technology listed on the Defence and Strategic Goods List (DSGL).

On 1 September 2024, the new Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024 and Defence Trade Legislation Amendment Regulations 2024 commenced.

Defence Export Controls (DEC) is the Commonwealth regulator for the responsible movement of military and strategic (dual-use) goods, software, technology and related services both within and outside Australia.

HMAS Albatross aircraft noise monitoring and mitigation information.

Documents for use with Defence Micro and Minor Works Contract templates

The Estate Works Program (EWP) suite of contracts was released in October 2014. This suite has been created specifically for use by the Project Delivery Services (PDS) contractors in the Estate Services Division when engaging works contractors for lower value projects.

Information about the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide Defence Implementation Program reform activities.

Defence provides legal advice, services and support on all aspects of law and the management of legal affairs related to the Australian Defence Force (ADF), the Minister of Defence and the Department of Defence.

PFAS (perfluroalkyl and polyfluroalkyl substances) management and investigation program at RAAF Base East Sale

Defence Industry Security Program membership factsheets and guides.

Environmental compliance reports relating to the Australian Super Hornet flying operations - RAAF Base Amberley, QLD.

Information about the policy settings for responsible use of artificial intelligence in Defence.

The Community Support Coordination Program (CSCP) provides financial and holistic support to recognised Defence community groups around Australia.

Details of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veterans Suicide Defence Implementation Program.