Australian Army.
land warfare branch of Australia's defence forces
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- Active events
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What's happening
Active this week
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An investigation has paused the use of a Supacat HMT military vehicle by the Australian Army.Some support1 report
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Australian Army is delivering Boxer CRV under Land 400 Phase Two and integrating AI capabilities with Rheinmetall.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Australian Army is acquiring 211 Boxer armored vehicles and integrating the Avalon human-machine interface system.Some support1 report
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Australian Army conducted a vehicle launch test using the Iron Fist active protection system in Melbourne in 2021.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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A joint military exercise between the Indonesian Army and Australian Army concluded in Semarang.Some support1 report
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Australian Army strengthens multinational coordination efforts in the Indo-Pacific region.Some support2 reports
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Codan established an advanced defense manufacturing base in Mawson Lakes, South Australia, for the Australian Army.Some support1 report
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The Warden system is set to enter service with the Australian Army starting January 1, 2025.Some support1 report
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Leonardo delivered thermal weapon sights to the Australian Army on October 1, 2026.Some support2 reports
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A training accident occurred in the Northern Territory near Darwin, prompting commentary from Lia Finocchiaro.Some support6 reports
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The Australian Army is building new AH-64E Apache capabilities in Townsville and concluding Tiger ARH operations in Darwin.Some support5 reports
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The Australian Army engages in international engagement activities and bilateral training exercises with Brunei, Malaysia, and Singapore.Some support1 report
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Marles is pushing for the sale of defence properties, which are earmarked in both Brisbane and Melbourne. The process faces resistance from the Greens, while Collins chairs the examining committee.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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The Albanese government appointed Matt Keogh to oversee policy following attacks on the allied health spending cap plan, informed by Jacqui Lambie's background.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Austal delivered landing craft for the Australian Army from its shipyard located in Western Australia.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Austal is constructing an LCM fleet for the Australian Army, utilizing Kamewa Steel Series waterjets as components.Some support2 reports
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Birdon is contracted to supply next-generation Bridge Erection Boats for the Australian Army.Some support2 reports
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Sea trials involving the Australian Army took place near Garden Island on January 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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The Australian Army conducted testing of counter-drone technology capabilities and exercises in Far North Queensland.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Australian Army conducted long-range mounted reconnaissance in Queensland on January 1, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Delivery activities involving the Australian Army occurred in Sydney on August 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Australian Army engaged North Vietnamese regulars as part of the Vietnam War.Some support1 report
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A composite profile of Chris Wetherell, OC Jungle Training Wing Maj, detailing Australian Army deployments to various historical theaters including Borneo, New Guinea, Malaya, and South Vietnam, with current base in Far North Queensland.Some support1 report
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ABC reported allegations against soldiers from the Australian Army in Canberra.Some support9 reports
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The Australian Army participated in Exercise Keris Strike in Malaysia on January 1, 2026, alongside US participants.Some support1 report
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Australian Army and special forces deployed to operate in Afghanistan and patrol streets in Somalia.Some support3 reports
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A joint military drill between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the Australian Army was conducted to strengthen interoperability.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Australian Army deployed units to Borneo in 2023.Some support1 report
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The Federal Government, Australian Army, and Monash University have partnered to establish a research initiative focused on brain research.Some support1 report
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The Australian Defence Force and Australian Army provided support to members facing financial or emotional challenges.Some support2 reports
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Australian Army soldiers visited the garrison town of Tidworth on June 6, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Systematic provides SitaWare Headquarters and BMS to the Australian Army, supporting the ADF's operational capabilities.Some support1 report
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The Australian Defence Force structure includes the Royal Australian Navy and the Australian Army, which operate as combined forces deploying around Australia and overseas.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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The Chief of Army discusses strategic transformation and contributes to integrated defence force goals.Some support1 report
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McLennan is the commander of an Australian Army brigade that is based in Townsville and has spoken to Defense News.Some support1 report
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A helicopter crashed near Hamilton Island, prompting expert testimony from Ian Wilson regarding the incident.Some support1 report
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An Australian Army service member required medical care at Townsville Hospital due to service history.Some support1 report
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The Australian government is investing in a facility in Benalla, where the Australian Army uses M777A2 and AS9 howitzers, contributing to the heavy demand for ammunition by Ukraine.Some support1 report
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Australian officials, including Albanese, warned at a drone show about the need to overhaul the slow military acquisition process, calling for innovation and reassessment.Some support1 report
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A handbook is being drawn up, drawing on examples from Gallipoli, Vietnam, Afghanistan, and Korea, involving the Australian Army.Some support1 report
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Australian military forces are involved in international cooperation, providing leadership development and training to Ukrainian soldiers while gaining insights from Finnish trench warfare and cold-weather operations.Some support1 report1 development inside
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News at the entities that move Australian Army most-
Australian Defence Force StructuralAustralian Defence Force and Indonesian National Armed Forces strengthen defense cooperation in a joint task force.Moves Australian Army
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MCLENNAN StructuralAllegations surfaced that Mercurio steered construction contracts in San Mateo County to McLennan.Moves Australian Army
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Townsville StructuralExpats are moving from Townsville to Bali as fuel shortages disrupt Australian tourist plans.Moves Australian Army
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Philippine Army OperationalThe Philippine Army honored soldiers killed in the Marawi siege while the PNP intensified monitoring in Maguindanao and Maguindanao del Norte.Moves Australian Army
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Army StructuralAn Army officer purchased a Nissan car which was later submerged in Delhi.Moves Australian Army
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special forces StructuralTroops were sent to fight ISIS in Syria.Moves Australian Army
Connections
The 40 strongest of 102, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Australian Defence Force Structural
The Australian Army is a core, integrated functional component of the Australian Defence Force.
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David Bergman Structural
David Bergman served as a major in the Australian Army.
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New Zealand Army Operational
The two armies actively coordinate and enhance interoperability through the Renewed Plan ANZAC agreement.
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MCLENNAN Structural
McLennan serves as the commander of the brigade within the Australian Army structure.
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Townsville Structural
Townsville serves as the established and expanding operational base for the Australian Army's brigade capabilities.
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lyon Structural
Lyon held the rank of Captain while serving in the Australian Army.
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Systematic Structural
Systematic functions as a key supplier, providing SitaWare Headquarters, to the Australian Army.
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Birdon Operational
Birdon maintains an ongoing operational partnership with the Australian Army, supplying and developing specialized military equipment.
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Philippine Army Operational
The two armies are actively engaged in joint military exercises and dialogues.
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North Vietnam Operational
The two entities were involved in direct military conflict, with the Australian Army engaging North Vietnamese regulars.
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Chris Wetherell Structural
Chris Wetherell serves as a Major in the OC Jungle Training Wing of the Australian Army.
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Malaysia Operational
The Australian Army maintains an enduring presence in Malaysia for joint training exercises.
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CEA Technologies Transactional
CEA Technologies provides Australian-designed radar technology to the Australian Army for NASAMS.
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Army Structural
Entity A (Major General Smith) holds the formal position of Deputy Chief of Army within Entity B (Australian Army).
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special forces Structural
Special forces functions as a specialized, integrated unit within the overall structure of the Australian Army.
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South Vietnam Operational
The relationship involved active military engagement in counterinsurgency operations in South-East Asia.
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warden Structural
Warden is entering service with the Australian Army.
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Brisbane Structural
The Australian Army relies on Brisbane for civilian contractor support, though defense sites are now earmarked for sale.
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Borneo Transactional
The Australian Army deployed units to Borneo to contribute to historical military campaigns.
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Leonardo Transactional
Leonardo executed a contract to supply thermal weapon sights to the Australian Army.
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Austal Transactional
Austal is fulfilling a strategic shipbuilding agreement to construct and supply an LCM fleet for the Australian Army.
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Kongsberg Maritime Structural
Kongsberg Maritime supplies waterjets and equipment to the Australian Army fleet.
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cablex Operational
Cablex supplies specialist cables to the Australian Army for its Bushmaster variants.
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Indonesian Army Operational
The two armies engage in joint exercises to strengthen bilateral relations.
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David McBride Structural
David McBride served as a military lawyer for the Australian Army.
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Monash University Operational
The two entities maintain an active partnership focused on collaborative brain research projects.
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Brunei Operational
The two entities are observed to be engaged in international engagement activities together.
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Jacqui Lambie Mentioned together
Jacqui Lambie served in the Australian Army, and this former service informs her current political views.
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Finland Operational
they act on each other directly
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federal government Operational
The two entities are engaged in a functional partnership focused on joint research endeavors.
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Mackay Structural
The Australian Army relies on Mackay for civilian contractor support.
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DroneShield Structural
DroneShield's counter-drone technology is being utilized by the Australian Army for capability testing.
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Sweden Operational
they act on each other directly
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Matt Keogh Operational
Matt Keogh was involved in a review of the Australian Army's training safety procedures.
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Codan Operational
Codan is involved in providing military equipment, such as Sentry 6161 radios, to the Australian Army.
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Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Operational
The two military forces participate in trilateral exercises focused on achieving interoperability.
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New Zealand Defence Force Operational
The relationship is defined by enhanced interoperability and cooperation under the renewed Plan ANZAC.
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Leonardo DRS Transactional
Leonardo DRS supplies thermal weapon sights to the Australian Army for military use.
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Indo-Pacific Operational
The Australian Army is involved in strengthening coordination efforts across the Indo-Pacific geopolitical region.
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Marles Operational
The company operates in the market of defense procurement, which includes the Australian Army.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
10 events- An investigation has paused the use of a Supacat HMT military vehicle by the Australian Army.
- Australian Army is delivering Boxer CRV under Land 400 Phase Two and integrating AI capabilities with Rheinmetall.
- The Australian Army is acquiring 211 Boxer armored vehicles and integrating the Avalon human-machine interface system.
- Australian Army conducted a vehicle launch test using the Iron Fist active protection system in Melbourne in 2021.
- A joint military exercise between the Indonesian Army and Australian Army concluded in Semarang.
- Australian Army strengthens multinational coordination efforts in the Indo-Pacific region.
- Codan established an advanced defense manufacturing base in Mawson Lakes, South Australia, for the Australian Army.
- The Warden system is set to enter service with the Australian Army starting January 1, 2025.
- Leonardo delivered thermal weapon sights to the Australian Army on October 1, 2026.
- A training accident occurred in the Northern Territory near Darwin, prompting commentary from Lia Finocchiaro.
September 2026
7 events- The Australian Army is building new AH-64E Apache capabilities in Townsville and concluding Tiger ARH operations in Darwin.
- The Australian Army engages in international engagement activities and bilateral training exercises with Brunei, Malaysia, and Singapore.
- Marles is pushing for the sale of defence properties, which are earmarked in both Brisbane and Melbourne. The process faces resistance from the Greens, while Collins chairs the examining committee.
- Austal is constructing an LCM fleet for the Australian Army, utilizing Kamewa Steel Series waterjets as components.
- Birdon is contracted to supply next-generation Bridge Erection Boats for the Australian Army.
- Sea trials involving the Australian Army took place near Garden Island on January 1, 2026.
- The Australian Army conducted long-range mounted reconnaissance in Queensland on January 1, 2026.
August 2026
10 events- The Albanese government appointed Matt Keogh to oversee policy following attacks on the allied health spending cap plan, informed by Jacqui Lambie's background.
- Austal delivered landing craft for the Australian Army from its shipyard located in Western Australia.
- The Australian Army conducted testing of counter-drone technology capabilities and exercises in Far North Queensland.
- Delivery activities involving the Australian Army occurred in Sydney on August 1, 2026.
- Australian Army engaged North Vietnamese regulars as part of the Vietnam War.
- A composite profile of Chris Wetherell, OC Jungle Training Wing Maj, detailing Australian Army deployments to various historical theaters including Borneo, New Guinea, Malaya, and South Vietnam, with current base in Far North Queensland.
- ABC reported allegations against soldiers from the Australian Army in Canberra.
- The Australian Army participated in Exercise Keris Strike in Malaysia on January 1, 2026, alongside US participants.
- Australian Army and special forces deployed to operate in Afghanistan and patrol streets in Somalia.
- The Australian Army deployed units to Borneo in 2023.
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July 2026
4 events- The Federal Government, Australian Army, and Monash University have partnered to establish a research initiative focused on brain research.
- The Australian Defence Force and Australian Army provided support to members facing financial or emotional challenges.
- Systematic provides SitaWare Headquarters and BMS to the Australian Army, supporting the ADF's operational capabilities.
- The Chief of Army discusses strategic transformation and contributes to integrated defence force goals.
June 2026
10 events- A joint military drill between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the Australian Army was conducted to strengthen interoperability.
- Australian Army soldiers visited the garrison town of Tidworth on June 6, 2026.
- The Australian Defence Force structure includes the Royal Australian Navy and the Australian Army, which operate as combined forces deploying around Australia and overseas.
- McLennan is the commander of an Australian Army brigade that is based in Townsville and has spoken to Defense News.
- A helicopter crashed near Hamilton Island, prompting expert testimony from Ian Wilson regarding the incident.
- An Australian Army service member required medical care at Townsville Hospital due to service history.
- The Australian government is investing in a facility in Benalla, where the Australian Army uses M777A2 and AS9 howitzers, contributing to the heavy demand for ammunition by Ukraine.
- Australian officials, including Albanese, warned at a drone show about the need to overhaul the slow military acquisition process, calling for innovation and reassessment.
- A handbook is being drawn up, drawing on examples from Gallipoli, Vietnam, Afghanistan, and Korea, involving the Australian Army.
- Australian military forces are involved in international cooperation, providing leadership development and training to Ukrainian soldiers while gaining insights from Finnish trench warfare and cold-weather operations.