The Benefits and conditions of service section helps members find information about different policies, initiatives and benefits that exist in Defence.
https://www.defence.gov.au/adf-members-families/benefits-conditions-service
Defence hosts the Innovation and Asymmetry Wargame to explore how new tech might shape future military operations.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-01-19/wargamers-explore-tech-tomorrow
The Managing Contractor Contract is Defence's collaborative form of construction contract providing for involvement of the contractor at an early stage of the project through a "two phase" delivery model.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/procurement/contracting-templates/suite-facilities-contracts/managing-contractor-contract-templates
The Early Contractor Involvement Head Contract (International) (ECI HCI) is a modified version of Early Contractor Involvement Head Contract (ECI HC-1). It provides for early contractor involvement in the design, planning, programming and cost planning of the works and to maximise the achievement of specified ECI objectives.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/procurement/contracting-templates/suite-facilities-contracts/international-contracting-suite-templates/international-early-contractor-involvement-head-contract-templates
Chief Engineer Works Contract templates have been developed to support operational activities overseas and to meet the risks of those particular projects.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/procurement/contracting-templates/suite-facilities-contracts/chief-engineer-works-contract-templates
The Managing Contractor Contract (International) (MCCI) is a modified version of Managing Contractor Contract (MCC), which is collaborative form of construction contract providing for involvement of the contractor at an early stage of the project through a "two phase" delivery model.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/procurement/contracting-templates/suite-facilities-contracts/international-managing-contractor-contract-templates
The following templates are for use in connection with works/services of lower complexity and value (under $4 million, in respect of the Minor Works and Minor Consultancy templates, and $200,000, in respect of the Minor Maintenance template, each inclusive of GST). Each of these templates is a combined request for quotation and contract.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/procurement/contracting-templates/suite-facilities-contracts/international-short-form-agreement-templates
The Maintenance Services Contract (International) templates are to be used for engagement of a long-term Head Maintenance Contractor.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/procurement/contracting-templates/suite-facilities-contracts/international-maintenance-services-contract
Defence Export Controls is the Commonwealth regulator for the responsible movement of Defence-related goods, technology and services both within and outside Australia.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/exporting/export-controls-framework
Giving back to Defence families and spouses through the skill-and-wellbeing-focused program, Cowork Coplay.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-01-16/supporting-our-supporters-cowork-coplay
The Head contract (International) (HCI) is a version of Head Contract (HC-1) traditional fixed time construction contract tailored for use on projects delivered overseas, with pricing on a lump sum basis, a schedule of rates basis, or a combination of the two.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/procurement/contracting-templates/suite-facilities-contracts/international-head-contract-templates
The Design Services Contract (International) (DSCI) is a version of Design Services Contract (DSC-1) design contract, tailored for engagement of a design services consultant for overseas construction projects on a fixed time, lump sum basis.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/procurement/contracting-templates/suite-facilities-contracts/international-design-services-contract-templates
Defence signs a new pathology services contract to improve access to health care for ADF personnel.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-01-16/new-contract-expand-healthcare-access
About the base Tasmania is a multi-site base that includes training areas, barracks and depots. Anglesea Barracks is the main site and one of the oldest Defence bases, built in 1811 when Governor Macquarie visited the colony. Information for visitors to the Museum is available on the Army Museum of…
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/base-induction/tasmania
Defence community group and centers around Australia provide support for members and their families.
https://www.defence.gov.au/adf-members-families/local-services-events/community-groups
Join Defence Export Controls and hear from the regulator about an array of topics, including: Year in review My Australian Defence Exports (MADE) - Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Knowledge Assistant Common requests for information and how to avoid them Voluntary disclosures. Please visit …
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/training-events/defence-export-controls-hear-from-regulator
Join Defence Export Controls (DEC) for an information session to learn obligations under Australia's export control laws, including how DEC monitors compliance with permits and how to improve internal approaches to compliance. In this session DEC will run through: What DEC is doing How to remain…
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/training-events/defence-export-controls-compliance-what-you-need-know
HMAS Coonawarra crew celebrates with friends and family at the final 2025 'clear lower deck'.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2026-01-15/celebrating-excellence-top-end
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.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/procurement/contracting-templates/suite-facilities-contracts/estate-works-program-contract-templates
Join the Defence Export Controls session – A focus on small-to-medium enterprises training. Topics will include: AUKUS Licence-Free Environment Tips and Tricks – Application Forms Section 10A – Broad End User Applications. Please visit Outreach and training page to explore other past events.…
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/training-events/defence-export-controls-focus-small-medium-enterprises
Defence Export Controls ran an information session at the Indo Pacific International Maritime Exposition. Topic: 12 months of the AUKUS Licence Free Environment 
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/training-events/defence-export-controls-12-months-aukus-licence-free-environment
Operation Steadfast wasthe Australian Defence Force’s contribution to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization mission in Iraq.
https://www.defence.gov.au/defence-activities/operations/global-operations/steadfast
The Royal Australian Air Force will withdraw eight heritage aircraft following a comprehensive review of technical and airworthiness factors to ensure 100 Squadron remains safe, sustainable, and connected to Air Force history. Streamlining the fleet will allow 100 Squadron to maintain quality…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2026-01-15/royal-australian-air-force-announces-changes-heritage-fleet