024: IPACE in Action: Building Defence Partnerships and Projects Abroad
This episode explores Australia's Indo-Pacific Enhanced Engagement (IPACE) program, breaking down its strategic goals, key projects, funding mechanisms, and the critical role of industry delivery. Darian and Jessica share practical insights and case studies to help professionals master the realities of overseas Defence infrastructure projects.
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023: Enabling the Integrated Force: Logistics, GWEO and C4ISR
This episode explores the critical physical and digital infrastructure underpinning Australia’s contemporary Defence strategy. From logistics and guided weapons assembly and storage to fuel networks and secure ICT, Darian and Jessica break down how resilience, capability, and sovereign industry are being built into every facet of the Defence estate.
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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.
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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