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 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 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.

The Australian Naval Flag Administrator (ANFA) provides assurance that Defence is meeting its international flag state and domestic legislative obligations by exercising effective control over vessels operating in Defence’s jurisdiction.

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

Department of Defence copyright notice page

A list of upcoming superior service tribunal proceedings.

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.

As part of Defence Export Controls’ (DEC) commitment to ensure Australia is exporting responsibly, DEC engage with producers, developers and researchers of defence and strategic goods to facilitate their understanding of Australian export controls. This is delivered via workshops, training sessions and e-based learning and resources to raise awareness and support compliance.

Foreign work authorisation requests

Safeguarding Australia’s Military Secrets legislation prevents people with sensitive Defence knowledge from training or working for some foreign governments and military organisations

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).

The Defence Estate Audit recommendations will enhance Defence work environments, ensuring the estate is fit-for-purpose for both current and future capability priorities and workforce needs.

The Australian Defence Export Office coordinates Government exports for Defence industry & Defence Export Controls regulates the exportation of military goods and technologies.

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.

A permit from DEC is only required when an export, supply, brokering or publishing activity is controlled and the goods, software or technology are listed in the DSGL. DEC may issue one of a number of different types of permit, according to need and an assessment of the circumstances.

Defence Export Controls (DEC) aims to maximise compliance by working with individuals, organisations and companies to help them meet their obligations under Australian law. Compliance with Australia’s export control system helps ensure these transfers are in line with Australia’s national interests and international obligations.

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.

Articles will be transitioned into the Treaty by United States Community members before being exported to Australia. Australian Community members will only be required to transition articles into the Treaty if those articles have already been exported from the United States under the existing ITAR arrangements and are in Australia.

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.