The Defence portfolio consists of a number of military and corporate organisations that together are responsible for supporting the defence of Australia and its national interests.

Australian Government Department of Defence website. Find information about Defence, jobs and careers, latest news and media releases, Defence activities and information provided for …

The Commonwealth Ombudsman investigates complaints from the general public about the administrative actions of the Department. The Defence Force Ombudsman investigates …

Defence's mission and purpose is to defend Australia and its national interests in order to advance Australia’s security and prosperity.

The Australian Government has released the 2024 National Defence Strategy (NDS) and the 2024 Integrated Investment Program (IIP). The NDS sets out the Government’s approach to …

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Defence's primary role is to defend Australia and its national interests, promote security and stability, and support the Australian community as directed by the Government.

The Hon. Richard Marles MP is the Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, Minister for Defence and the Federal Member for Corio. Richard was first elected to the House of Representatives for …

Australia's defence policy is founded on the principle of self-reliance in the defence of Australia against attack, but with a capacity to do more where there are shared interests with partners …

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