The first of Australia’s F-35 fighter jets are almost here
The first of Australia’s F-35 fighter jets are set to hit our shores in December. Here’s all you need to know about these state-of-the-art engineering marvels.
Australia signs space agreement with UK and Canada
The Australian Space Agency has got to work quickly since its July beginnings, having just announced partnerships with the UK and Canada. What do these involve?
Are Sydney’s trains about to go driverless?
Sydney is set to get Australia’s first fully automated metro train system. What’s the story and how soon is it expected to be up and running?
What did we learn from the 2018 Farnborough Airshow?
The Farnborough Airshow is one of the biggest aviation trade shows on earth, where products are unveiled and deals announced. What was new at the 2018 show?
The benefits of drones for maritime surveillance
The Australian Government has committed to purchasing the first of six Triton drones. What are their capabilities and what will they be used for?
The talking points for Australian defence enterprises at Eurosatory 2018
Fifty Australian defence organisations will attend Eurosatory 2018. Talking points will include increasing funding for research and extending Australian defence sector contacts worldwide.
3 pros of developing rail links to Australia’s main airports
As Australia continues to grow, the infrastructure serving the population needs to grow too. As it stands, the nation’s largest airports lack sufficient public transport options – an issue that can be addressed with the introduction of rail links connecting these hubs with the cities. Here are three of the obvious pros.
What can the Australian space program learn from its past?
The Australian space program aims to take the nation to the forefront of world space innovation – but it can only make these bold strides if they learn from the successes and mistakes of the past. So, just what can the new national space program learn from its past?
3 implications of the new Australian Defence Export Strategy
Australia’s new Defence Export Strategy aims to improve the standing of Australia’s military engineering market with the aim of being world leaders in defence exports. We thought an expert look at the three potential implications of this move is in order.
Is the MRFF key to the future of Australian medical technology?
The Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) has already contributed millions to furthering Australian healthcare growth. The decision to pump a further $30 million into funding Med Tech advances is welcome. This extra funding could be key to addressing a skilled employment gap in the sector.