India Sweeps Up Australian Defence Technology 19th August 2008 - Views: 784 The Minister for Defence Science and Personnel, the Hon Warren Snowdon MP, said the sale to India was the largest single overseas order for this technology since it was first exported in 1992.
Homecoming For Hmas Tobruk 19th August 2008 - Views: 794 “The 2008 iteration of RIMPAC was the first time the RAN participated in the amphibious component, and my ship’s company are proud to have played a pivotal support role,” said Commanding Officer of HMAS Tobruk , Commander Peter Thompson, RAN.
Defence Minister Visits Dsto Edinburgh 15th August 2008 - Views: 810 The Ministers were also briefed on DSTO’s critical role in supporting current operations, particularly the research being undertaken to counter improvised explosive devices being used in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Medals For Long Tan Veterans - New Tribunal To Examine Other Issues 14th August 2008 - Views: 777 Cabinet Secretary, Senator John Faulkner, Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Alan Griffin, and Parliamentary Secretary for Defence Support, Dr Mike Kelly, have carefully considered the reports of the independent review panel and a number of public responses to the reports.
Investigation Begins Into Raaf Hawk Incident 13th August 2008 - Views: 757 Two Hawk aircraft were conducting a routine training mission, when the pilot of one aircraft declared an airborne emergency and diverted to Coffs Harbour.