022: Air Power on the Rise: Upgrading Australia's Air Bases
Explore how Australia is transforming its Air Force infrastructure to meet regional security challenges, support new aircraft, and ensure resilience in a changing world. This episode unpacks key upgrade programs, industry engagement, and the critical challenges ahead for modernising and protecting the nation’s air bases.
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021: Infrastructure Backbone of Army Modernisation
Explore the pivotal infrastructure upgrades powering the modernisation of Australia’s Army. This episode journeys across Australia—from Army aviation hubs to future-focused training centres—exploring how new capabilities demand new facilities and what it means for industry engagement.
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020: Army Infrastructure Transformation
Explore the Australian Army’s sweeping infrastructure upgrades shaping its future force—littoral capability, Special Forces facilities, and aviation modernisation. Delve into the projects, sites, delivery models, and the strategic thinking behind Australia’s next-generation Defence estate.
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019: Garden Island and Maritime Maintenance
Explore the ambitious $1.3 billion redevelopment of Sydney’s Garden Island Defence Precinct, and how it fits into Australia’s broader push for modern, resilient naval infrastructure. Discover the key upgrades, timelines, and strategies shaping the future of Fleet Base East, with real-world examples of innovation and proactive asset management.
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018: Building the Backbone of AUKUS
Explore how Australia’s Defence infrastructure is being transformed to support nuclear-powered submarines. From billion-dollar upgrades at key naval sites to job creation and the birth of a high-tech industrial base, this episode unpacks the nation-building scale of the AUKUS partnership.
A companion to the 30-week professional development course, this podcast unpacks the core themes shaping Australia’s Defence Estate. Each episode follows the course structure—covering foundation concepts, procurement, project delivery, and contract management.
Designed for professionals working on Defence bases, the series offers clear, practical insights to help navigate real-world challenges with confidence.
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