The purpose of the Medium Works Subcontract User Manual is to provide information to entities lodging a tender for a procurement using the medium works subcontract (MESC) and for entities currently engaged under a MESC.
The MESC is used by a Managing Contractor to engage a subcontractor…
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/industry-governance/medium-works-subcontract-user-manual
Vera is Defence’s Microsoft 365 cloud-based tool that delivers collaboration and file sharing capability.
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/staff-resources/vera
Bragging rights for 7th Brigade’s Military Skills competition go to 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (6RAR).
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-09/6rar-claims-title-brisbanes-best
Vision extends towards holding local competitions in every state as participation in Air Force football grows.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-09/air-force-football-kicks-goals-off-field
Colonel-in-Chief pays tribute to generations of signallers in every theatre where Australian forces have served.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-09/royal-visit-tops-off-signals-centenary
Outstanding achievements in aviation and workplace health and safety are recognised in this year’s Air Force Safety Awards.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-09/air-force-rewards-workplace-safety
Hobart locals were welcomed aboard HMAS Choules during a port visit open day.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-05-13/choules-brings-sea-life-shore
A contingent of soldiers, sailors and aviators make a positive impact during their visit to Solomon Islands.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-09/adf-sport-leaves-lasting-legacy-honiara
Over one of the world’s busiest maritime corridors, Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) P-8A Poseidon crews collaborated with their Malaysian counterparts to enhance maritime domain awareness through Operation Gateway.
In late November, the RAAF deployed three P-8As to Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-12-09/operation-gateway-malaysia-strengthens-regional-security
The Australian Defence Force participates in multinational activities throughout the Indo-Pacific.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-05/busy-schedule-regional-engagements-continues
PFAS (perfluroalkyl and polyfluroalkyl substances) management and investigation program at RAAF Base Pearce.
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/pfas/pfas-management-sites/raaf-base-pearce-bullsbrook
The Australian Army Functional Fitness Association launches following the rise of fitness racing competitions.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-09/association-opens-door-fitness-racers
PFAS (perfluroalkyl and polyfluroalkyl substances) management and investigation program support contacts.
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/pfas/support-contacts
Air Force's 36 Squadron integrates with allies to deliver essential supplies in Arctic regions.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/operation-boxtop-top-world
HMAS Ballarat returns home to WA after its three-month regional presence deployment in the Indo-Pacific.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/welcome-home-ballarat
Navy farewells the last Armidale-class patrol boats in a decommissioning ceremony at HMAS Coonawarra in Darwin.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/armidale-class-sails-into-history
Army Aviation leaps forward with a relocation and the introduction of the AH-64E Apache into service.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/parades-mark-army-aviation-milestones
A section commander from 1st Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment, credits his team for Hassett Award win.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/army-names-outstanding-junior-leader
A list of upcoming superior service tribunal proceedings.
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/governance/military-justice-system/upcoming-superior-service-tribunal-proceedings
Australia and the Philippines complete their biggest joint training program yet, expanding into new domains.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/philippines-engagement-taken-new-level
Students from 32 schools got the chance to explore careers and learn about Navy life during Indo Pacific 25.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/navy-life-expo-offers-career-options
Surfing event brings veterans and current ADF members together to share individual experiences of service.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-12-08/bonding-battle-break
HMAS Albatross aircraft noise monitoring and mitigation information.
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/aircraft-noise/air-bases/hmas-albatross
To understand the noise caused by military operations, Noise and Flight Path Monitoring Systems (NFPMS) are used to monitor aircraft noise.
https://www.defence.gov.au/about/locations-property/aircraft-noise/noise-monitoring-reporting
The Design Services Contract (DSC-1) templates are used for the engagement of a Design Services Consultant on a fixed time, lump sum basis.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/procurement/contracting-templates/suite-facilities-contracts/design-services-contract-templates
Businesses can register with Defence, apply for permits, lodge pre-notification, and access self-help tools through My Australian Defence Exports portal.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/exporting/applications-pre-notification/my-australian-defence-exports-portal
Royal Australian Navy Hobart class guided-missile destroyer HMAS Brisbane has returned to Fleet Base East in Sydney following a successful four-month deployment throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
HMAS Brisbane sailed over 32,000 nautical miles during her deployment and conducted engagements with…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-12-07/hmas-brisbane-returns-sydney-from-regional-presence-deployment
Use the DISP Member Portal to apply for Defence Industry Security Program membership.
https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/industry-governance/industry-regulators/defence-industry-security-program/resources/disp-member-portal
Experts from 26 countries participated in Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) Exercise Pacific Shield 25 (PS25) in Tokyo, Japan, from December 2-4, 2025. Participating States reaffirmed their commitment to take action and prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD), their…
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-12-05/aper-joint-statement-exercise-pacific-shield-2025