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Hi Juanita,

Late last week James Merlino, Martin Foley, Lisa Neville, Martin Pakula and Richard Wynne retired from the Victorian Ministry resulting in a reshuffling of the Victorian Cabinet. As part of these changes The Honourable Ben Carroll MP is the new Minister Industry Support and Recovery and Minister for Business Precincts and will also be the Coordinating Minister for the Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions. ADA Vic looks forward to continuing its good working relationship with the new look Victorian Goverment.

In other another announcement late last week changes to the Victorian Pandemic Rules were made and came into effect at 11.59pm on the 24th of June 2022. Of particular interest to Victorian businesses were the changes to the vaccination rules: -

  • Government imposed third dose mandates in education, food distribution, meat and seafood processing and quarantine accommodation sectors will be lifted. In line with other jurisdictions around Australia, vaccination policies will be the responsibility of individual workplaces.

  • Rules requiring general workers to work from home, unless they are double-vaccinated are lifted. Employers will still be able to set their own workplace conditions.


Opportunities for SMEs in the defence industry will continue to grow and we are here to help and advocate for our members. We would also like to hear from you if you have any news or stories about your business that may be of interest to other businesses and organisations.

We look forward to hearing from you.


Announcements
Government Announces ADF Senior Leadership Appointments

On the 28th of June the Government announced the terms of the Chief of the Defence Force, Angus Campbell AO DSC, and the Vice Chief of the Defence Force, Vice Admiral David Johnston AC RAN, will be extended by two years.

Additionally, the Government has asked the CDF to extend the term of the Chief of Joint Operations, Lieutenant General Greg Bilton AO CSC, for two years.

The Government has asked for the additional service of Generals Campbell and Bilton and Admiral Johnston fully aware of the burden this places upon each of them.

The Government is deeply grateful for their acceptance of this responsibility and we thank them for their service.

The Albanese Government is putting a premium on continuity. This applies to strategic advice and the timely and effective delivery of key procurements including through the AUKUS framework.

Australia cannot afford any further delay in the next generation of submarines.

General Campbell and Admiral Johnston are a team which offer stability in command, and continuity in the delivery of advice and defence capability for the Government. General Bilton’s continued leadership in the planning and conduct of our military campaigns and exercises will provide ongoing stability and certainty.

Defence Human Sciences Symposium 2022 - Call for Abstracts

The Defence Human Sciences Symposium (DHSS) is the principal Australian forum for those interested in the application of human sciences research to enhance Defence capability. DHSS 2022 will be co-hosted by Western Sydney University and the Department of Defence between 28-30 November at Western Sydney University's Paramatta South campus .

The theme for DHSS 2022 is “Human Sciences in the Grey Zone”. The Defence Strategic Update 2020 highlights the importance of Defence’s capability to respond to grey zone operations, where clear distinctions between peacetime and declared warfare are rapidly evaporating, replaced instead by a foggy continuum spanning cooperation - competition - confrontation - conflict. Grey zone activities are already occurring worldwide, such as cyber-attacks and disinformation campaigns.

At the forefront of grey zone operations are Defence’s people, who will require new skills and new ways of operating in order to meet the challenges of the grey zone. DHSS 2022 will provide a forum for delegates from academia, industry, and Defence to showcase human sciences research that has the potential to contribute to Defence outcomes.

In Case You Missed These Announcements!
From Defence:  

  • The Minister for Defence met with Japanese Minister of Defense Kishi Nobuo in Tokyo. The Ministers announced strengthened bilateral defence cooperation, including in science and technology, strategic capabilities and stronger supply chain ties. See more here.  
  • Four female leaders, including Tessa Zangalis, from Victoria, were appointed to the first all-female national Australian Army Cadet leadership team, to improve programs for over 18,000 cadets in more than 250 units across the country. See more here.
  • Four female leaders, including Tessa Zangalis, from Victoria, were appointed to the first all-female national Australian Army Cadet leadership team, to improve programs for over 18,000 cadets in more than 250 units across the country. See more here.  

Other News:   

  • Hanwha and Elbit confirm Redback cooperation to produce the Redback IFV turret and various accessory items from the H-ACE at Avalon. See more here.
  • A new cyber security framework has been developed by Industry and Government. Cyber Framework for the Defence Industry (CFDI) has been developed to measure and increase the cyber resilience of SMEs wanting to work on Defence programs. See more here.
  • Titomic will provide radiation shielding for SA company Fleet Space’s Alpha satellite, expected for launch into low-earth orbit by SpaceX by 2023. See more here.
  • Titomic also signed a joint venture agreement with Nèos International to develop a large-scale additive manufacturing site in the UK, which is expected to manufacture and distribute Invar36 faceplates and other products in the UK and Europe. See more here.
  • Thales Australia have announced the appointment of Jeff Connolly as CEO. Mr Connolly will Chris Jenkins, who had a 35-year career at Thales, including 14 years as CEO. See more here.
  • Thales Australia’s Lithgow Arms business opened the Small Arms Collaboration and Cooperation Centre (C3) to support Australian SMEs and industry partners. Victorian-based companies A.W. Bell, Hosico and Wedgetail Industries are among those taking part in C3. See more here.
  • EY Australia and Swinburne University Technology announce the launch of a new Space Tech hub. See more here.
  • Elbit Systems of Australia and RMIT University announced a two-year partnership to deliver joint research projects on using drones during natural disasters and emergency situations. See more here.  
  • Monash University placed second in this year’s global University Rover Challenge, where they competed against 36 global teams at the Mars Desert research Station in Utah. The “Platypus” vehicle tested human exploration on the Red Planet. See more here.
  • Attached is an ADM’s list of Defence tenders.  

Victorian Common User Facility  

If industry requires access to secure communications facilities to engage with Defence, this can be provided through the Victorian Common User Facility.  

Defence Industry Support Tools

The Office of Defence Industry Support has several tools to support defence SMEs. The Defence Business Readiness Tool, the Digital Readiness Assessment Tool, and the Cyber Security Assessment Tool.  

Upcoming Domestic Events:  

  • 14 – 21 June D.Start Ignite Innovation Showcase. See more here.
  • 22 June 2022 – ADM Congress. See more here.  
  • 20 - 22 July 2022 – Australian Defence Science and Technology Research Summit (ADSTAR). See more here.  
  • 26 - 27 July 2022 – Beyond Transits: The Emerging Security Relevance of the Indian Ocean. See more here.   
  • 15 August 2022 – ADM STEM in Defence Summit. See more here. 
  • 15 September 2022 - Australian Defence Industry Awards. See more here.  
  • 15 – 18 September 2022 - Australasian Society of Aerospace Medicine (ASAM) Annual Conference. See more here.  
  • 6 October 2022 – Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition. See more here.  
  • 11 - 17 November 2022 – Maritime RobotX Challenge. See more here.  
  • 28 February – 5 March 2023 – Australian International Aerospace & Defence Exposition (28 February – 3 March) and the Australian International Airshow (3-5 March). See more here.
    Industry Opportunities & Work Packages
    Australian Defence Export Office Pitch Training Program

    The ADEO, in partnership with Marketing Entourage, have created a five week online pitch training program specifically for businesses looking to export defence and dual use goods and services. This training is fully subsidised for Australian Defence Industry businesses.

    The program is specifically designed to improve the chances of success for Australian defence industry companies when engaging with opportunities to pitch their capabilities to foreign military and military suppliers. The training is delivered through a series of webinars, online modules and one-to-one pitch practice sessions.

    Australian Defence Industry businesses are encouraged to apply by registering their interest at the link below. Multiple people from the same business can be included as a single application. Limited spaces are available on each cohort and the ADEO will prioritise businesses who have recently participated in an industry delegation with TDA.


    AusTender provides centralised publication of Australian Government business opportunities, annual procurement plans and contracts awarded.
    Here is a link to the ICN Gateway where you will find major Government and Defence work packages
     
    Domestic Events & Exhibitions

    Panel Discussion & Networking Event to Discuss Challenges, Strategies for Success and Experiences from Women in STEM Related Industries.

    Register to hear the panel discuss a range of issues and insights with a view to fostering positive and collaborative change.

    The aim is to bring women together from industries such as rail, defence, logistics, and other STEM careers to talk about commonalities between industries, how to successfully navigate career moves, and how to network outside the bar and off the golf course.

    Our panellists include women from each of our key industries: Defence, Rail, and Logistics.

    The panel discussion will be followed by light refreshments and an opportunity to connect with others in the Engineers Australia event space in the Melbourne CBD.
    The inaugural Australian Defence Science, Technology and Research Summit (ADSTAR) will be held in Sydney from 20 to 22 July 2022.

    Hosted by Defence Science and Technology Group on behalf of the Department of Defence, the summit will bring people together from across the research and innovation sector. Participants will share ideas with a view to enhancing capability for the Australian Defence Force.

    The Indian Ocean Defence and Security conference will be held at Optus Stadium from Thursday 25th – Friday 26th August 2022, and will provide you a front row seat to discussions on future opportunities for Defence, the Defence industry and aligned research areas in the Indo-Pacific region.
    PLEASE NOTE CHANGED DATES
    2022 Awards will be presented at a gala dinner at The National Arboretum Canberra on 14th September 2022


    Event date: Thursday, 15 September 2022
    Venue: National Convention Centre Canberra, 31 Constitution Ave, Canberra
    Pre-Drinks: Commence 6:00pm
    Official event start: 7:00pm
    Dress: Black tie
    The Defence White Paper 2016 established “Enhanced Human Performance” as a key S&T theme for the future of Defence capability. Defence cannot meet this need on its own and is committed to nurturing the innovation community that has grown up around these important research priorities.

    Human Performance Week provides an opportunity for Defence, academia, industry, and other agencies to come together to discuss human sciences research and its application.
           In 2022, Human Performance Week brings together two events:

    • The Defence Human Sciences Symposium (DHSS), the principal Australian forum for those interested in the application of human sciences research to enhance Defence capability, an

    • The Human Performance Research Network Symposium (HPRnet). HPRnet is an established network of universities that draws together multidisciplinary teams from around the country who are co-invested in the delivery of significant outcomes for Defence. The symposium brings together existing network members and those with an interest in human performance to hear about the latest developments in human performance research for the military.
    AUGUST 2023
    EVENT DATES TO BE RELEASED IN AUGUST 2022

     
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