Policy
2016 Defence industry policy statement
The Defence industry policy statement acknowledges the fundamental contribution that Australian industry provides to defence capability.
Policy
Defence white paper 2016
Executive Summary This Defence White Paper explains how the Government is investing in Australia’s defence capabilities to strengthen Australia’s security in the more complex strategic environment Australia will face in the years ahead. The Government’s policy is to align Australia’s defence strategy with capabilities and resourcing, grow our international defence partnerships to support shared security...
Strategy
First principles review: creating one Defence
This review argues that a holistic, fully integrated 'One Defence' system is essential if Defence is to deliver on its mission in the most effective and efficient way. Key recommendations In order to create One Defence and give effect to our first principles, we recommend Defence: 1. Establish a strong, strategic centre to strengthen accountability...
Report
Defence issues paper 2014
This issues paper contains a summary of the key issues for consideration in next year’s Defence White Paper.
Report
Battling with words: a study of language, diversity and social inclusion in the Australian Department of Defence
Background: This report, Battling with Words, takes a distinctive sociolinguistic approach to current efforts by Defence leadership to bring about cultural change in the Department of Defence and establish a more heterogeneous workforce. The report describes the role language plays in maintaining and perpetuating cultural norms, and provides linguistic evidence for the current, homogeneous demographic...