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This is a list of products that are available on a doctor’s prescription, for Gold Card Repatriation Patients).

Skin Care: Sorbolene and Glycerine Cream, Calmurid Cream, Pinetarsol Solution, Hamilton Skin Therapy

Wash, QV Bath oil, QV Cream – (DVA Authority Required)

Hair Care: Sebitar Shampoo, Sebi Rinse Conditioner, Selsun Nizoral Shampoo, — (DVA Authority Required)

Sun Care: 15+ Cream, Lotion and Solarstick, Ego Sun Sense 50+, Aquasun.

Oral Hygiene: Savacol Aquae Spray for Dry mouth.

Allergies: Telfast, Claratyne, Zyrtec, Phenergan, Drixine Nasal Spray, Sudafed, Demazin Tablets.

Cough Mixtures: Senagar & Ammonia, Durotuss

Fibre Supplements & Laxatives: Nucolox, Normacol, Metamucil, Coloxyl with Senna, Senokot, Movicol powder sachets, Glycerine Suppositories.

Dressings: Micropore Tape, Cutilfilm Plus Waterproof Dressings, Melolin Dressings, Handy Bandages, Cotton Wool, Betadine Antiseptic, Solugels, Barrier Creams, Disposable Gloves, Prantal Powder,

Bactroban Cream or Ointment.

Haemorroidal Treatments: Proctocedyl Ointment –(DVA Authority Required), Suppositories, Anusol.

Ear Preparations: Ear Clear for Wax, Waxsol, Ceromol Ear Drops.

Eye Drops: Ircal Eye Ointment, Refresh Tears Plus 15 ml.

Vitamins and Minerals: Calcium Sup Tablets (Caltrate), Vit B1 (Betamin), Magnesium Tablets (Mag-Min), Accomin Liquid Tonic, OsteVit-D – (Vitamin D) – (DVA AUTHORITY Required), MultiVitamins –(DVA

Authority Required), Fish Oil Capsules 1000mg –(DVA Authority Required).

Joint Pain & Arthritis: Metsal Cream or Liniment, Arthro-Aid (Glucosamine). Osteaomol 665 Paracetamol

(Replaces Panadol Osteo Tablets), Voltaren Emugel –(DVA Authority Required), Fish Oil Capsules –(DVA Authority Required).

Sexual Health: Viagra, Cialis, Caverject.

Pain: Asprins – Cartia, Astrix Capsules, Cardiprin, Paracetamol. Ibuprofen, Panamax Co, Panadeine Forte.

Weight Loss: Optifast, Xenical.

Various: Nicorette Patches (Quit Smoking), Vermox, Immodium, Gastro-stop, Ural Sachets (Urinary Alkalinizer). •

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take the discounted price you will need to achieve $388.80 (72 scripts) to reach the Safety Net.

A Chinese shipyard in Wuhan has launched a submarine which is likely to be the country’s most advanced non-nuclear type. The new boat is larger than existing ones and is the first in the country to feature X-form rudders. There are indications that it may have a vertical launch system (VLS).

H I Sutton  21 Aug 2024

China does not advertise its new submarine designs in the way virtually every other country does. Information in Chinese state media is extremely limited; nothing which forewarns of a specific new class of boat or reveals the construction numbers. There are sometimes rumours, but that’s about it. There are no official announcements or fancy graphics.

All this is true of a new type of submarine has been observed at a Chinese shipyard. The submarine was launched without public reporting in April 2024 and was revealed by naval expert Tom Shugart in July. The new submarine features X-form rudders, a first for Chinese submarines.

The Mystery Submarine

So the submarine is something of a mystery. The most straightforward explanation is that it is a derivative of the Type-039A-C Yuan class. This is the main conventionally powered (non-nuclear) submarine in service with the Chinese Navy. China is currently producing an export variant of these at the same shipyard for Pakistan as Hangor class. The current model in series production for the PLAN is the Type-039C which features a distinctive stealthily shaped sail.

The new submarine has similar proportions to its forward section as the Yuan. This suggests that the forward hull, with its sonar and torpedo room, is similar. Behind the sail it appears significantly longer however, and id differentiated by x-form rudders.

The x-form rudders can be seen as a progressive upgrade over the traditional cruciform type found on other Chinese submarines.  Although some Chinese extra-large uncrewed underwater vehicles (XLUUVs) already have them. They are generally regarded as better for agility, particularly in shallow water.

The difference isn’t fight winning however and they come with disadvantages as well, particularly in the case of a control jam. For this reason x-form rudders are only slowly being adopted for nuclear submarines whose high speed reduces the margins of error. But this is less of a concern on slower submarines like this one.

Vertically Launched Missiles?

The increased hull length may indicate the addition of a vertical launch system (VLS) for missiles. This is an increasingly important consideration in submarines but is less common in non-nuclear submarines which are generally smaller. The trend in non-nuclear submarines has been set by the South Korean KSS-III and Israeli Drakon Class. If this new submarine does have a VLS behind the sail it can likely accommodate between four and eight missiles, depending on their diameter.

China has been experimenting with VLS on submarines since the introduction of the Type-032 Qing class test boat. This has four small diameter VLS tubes forward of the sail. These were recently modified with a raised deck over them, suggesting a new missile is being tested.

Outlook: A Highly Potent Threat

If the VLS is fitted then it may carry anti-ship ballistic missiles, or land attack missiles which are too large to launch through the torpedo tubes. The Yuan class already has cruise missiles which can be carried in the torpedo room.

An alternative explanation for the increased length may be a new or improved form of propulsion. It is difficult for this alone to account for the increased size given that the Yuan class already has space for air independent power (AIP). Therefore the VLS explanation appears more likely at this stage.

Analysts will no doubt be watching this submarine closely, hoping to find out more. If it does include a VLS then it will make the Chinese submarine one of the most potent non-nuclear boats in the world. This will be something of an upset for planners who can currently put the PLAN conventional submarine force in a box marked ‘local relevance only’. China’s naval might continues to grow in quality as well as size.

Posted by : H I Sutton

H I Sutton writes about the secretive and under-reported submarines, seeking out unusual and interesting vessels and technologies involved in fighting beneath the waves. Submarines, capabilities, naval special forces underwater vehicles and the changing world of underwater warfare and seabed warfare. To do this he combines the latest Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) with the traditional art and science of defense analysis. He occasionally writes non-fiction books on these topics and draws analysis-based illustrations to bring the subject to life. In addition, H I Sutton is a naval history buff and data geek. His personal website about these topics is Covert Shores (www.hisutton.com)

Frontline View

Some members have reported facing unexpected and unwarranted censorship from Facebook/Meta, where they have been blocked from sharing content that supports nuclear energy in Australia. This isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s a troubling sign that there are forces at play trying to suppress vital information about an energy source that could revolutionize Australia’s future.

Nuclear energy has the potential to transform our nation by providing clean, reliable, and affordable power. Yet, attempts to forward information about these benefits have been systematically blocked. This raises critical questions: Why is this happening? Who stands to gain from keeping the public in the dark?

The answer may lie in the vested interests of those with substantial investments in solar and wind energy. These entities are reaping huge profits and have a clear motive to control the political narrative. By silencing discussions about nuclear energy, they aim to protect their financial interests, even if it means stalling progress on a solution that could secure the future of our country and the well-being of our grandchildren.

We cannot allow a select few to manipulate politics and policy for the sake of their profits. The Australian public deserves to be fully informed about all energy options, including nuclear, so they can make decisions that will benefit generations to come. The truth about nuclear energy must be heard, and it’s up to us to ensure that it is.

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Brigadier Michael Annett CSC
National President of the Defence Reserves Association, Vice President Melbourne Legacy and Honorary Colonel of 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse Regiment

An overview of the submission provided by the Defence Reserves Association (DRA) to the Defence team conducting the Defence Strategic Review (DSR) into Australian Defence Force (ADF) is described in this paper. The DRA has long advocated for a better resourced and more integrated Reserve component to boost ADF capacity, both in current and contingency operational tasks. The effectiveness of the Reserve in recent regional deployments and in domestic disaster relief operations has often been acknowledged and praised, but no one would contend that resourcing of the Reserve or integrated planning for their optimisation has been a priority at the strategic centre in Canberra.

Introduction
This article provides an overview of the submission provided by the Defence Reserves Association (DRA) to the Defence team conducting the Defence Strategic Review (DSR) into Australian Defence Force (ADF) Reserve Service. The undertaking of this Review was a specific recommendation of the 2023 DSR.

The DRA is the only veteran-led and member-based advocacy and support body whose sole focus is on the ADF Reserves, or part-time, component of the ADF. This focus is two-fold: first, on ensuring there are appropriate supports and services from the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) for those who have served in the ADF Reserves; and second, optimising the utility of the Reserves and the capabilities that can be generated from it.

The ADF Reserves (herein referred to as the Reserve) have undertaken significant roles to enable ADF operations, tasks, and activities, both onshore and offshore over the last two decades – often at short notice and within settings that are not conducive to optimising their capability potential. To be clear, Reservists are all those serving in the ADF who are not permanent members. They may be women and men who have previously served in the permanent force or those who have only ever served in a part-time mode. Reserve members have a range of capabilities that could be further optimised and have the potential to harness new and emerging skills and technologies identified in the DSR as central to Australia’s future security and prosperity.

Realising the potential of the Reserve component will require improvements and change in the areas of legislation and policy covering Reserve usage, their conditions of service, resourcing, and most crucially a paradigm shift in the attitudes of the Canberra defence bureaucracy towards the Reserve of the future. The DSR confirms that the Reserve is a fully integrated component of the ADF and this requires a flexible approach to how elements of the Reserve are recruited, resourced, and used.

The single greatest contribution to national security this Review can make is to enable an outcome where Government and Defence approach future planning with a common understanding that the nation requires a fully integrated and aligned ADF, with permanent and Reserve components that complement and sustain each other.

What the ADF Reserve is for
The Reserve consists of a range of inter-related and critical capabilities in the context of a capable ADF with depth and resilience. The Reserve provides:

• An opportunity for service in the ADF other than in the permanent force and connects the ADF to communities across Australia.
• Elements to round out, reinforce, and supplement the permanent ADF as required.
• A capability to mount and sustain regional operations.
• The mechanism to retain personnel and their skills and experience post-transition from the permanent force within the ADF structure.
• Specialist skills and capabilities, both emerging and existing, required by the ADF such as cyber, space, medical, and logistics.
• Domestic security support and homeland defence capability, principally from the Army’s Reserve 2nd Australian Division.
• A natural disaster response through current and future Defence Aid to the Civil Community arrangements.
• An important contribution to ADF scaling and national mobilisation contingency planning in the event of a national security emergency.

Factors impeding Reserve optimisation have been identified in successive Defence Reviews and Reports into Reserve matters (a total of 46 since 1972) and at many annual DRA National Conferences. The most significant and recurring factors have been:

• The need for a stable resourcing model that delivers discrete and predictable budget allocations to the Reserve as a percentage of overall ADF funding year on year to generate and sustain capability.
• Sub-optimal location of some Reserve facilities in terms of aligning with demographic trends and ADF recruiting objectives.
• The limited capacity of the ADF to identify, track, and utilise Reserve civilian skills, as appropriate, to optimise their utility and contribution to Defence capability.
• The need to fully realise shared and sponsored workforce opportunities with Industry and Academia, particularly in relation to developing new capabilities as recommended and urged in the DSR.
• The lack of equivalency in issued equipment for Reserve elements – especially when designated units are integral to providing a reinforcing/round out effect to specific permanent ADF units.
• The lack of flexibility and speed in ab-initio recruiting, and the need for more effective engagement with permanent ADF personnel as they transition to encourage part-time service and maintain an incentivised connection with those who have initially chosen not to actively serve in the Reserve.
• The need for reform of inequitable and inflexible Reserve personnel conditions of service, including access to and portability of superannuation, remuneration settings, health and wellbeing support for Reservists and their families, and appropriate DVA entitlements. Consideration should be given to moving to a unified and flexible set of ADF conditions of service, provided through a continuum of permanent and Reserve service access based on annual levels of tempo and commitment.

Some of the specific recommendations the DRA has made in their submission to the ADF Reserve Service Review team include the need to:

• Establish a policy and decision-making body, co-chaired by the Vice Chief of Defence Force (CDF) and Chief of Personnel, which will meet regularly to review and determine what capabilities are needed from the Reserve component of the ADF and what is required to develop, sustain, and deliver them.
• Assist the achievement of permanent ADF recruiting objectives by holding provisional service members in an ADF experience setting that is enabled through the Reserve.
• Empower the Reserve to recruit and enlist ab-initio members to meet their requirements and be accountable for these outcomes.
• Establish regional Reserve administrative and training hubs in each State/Territory to support Recommendation 3 outcomes, and provide scalable facilities to deliver initial training and processing in the event of national mobilisation.
• Resource and explore greater shared training and collaboration with Industry and Academia through an appropriate forum that includes all relevant stakeholders and a consequent targeted engagement and capability model.
• Expand and enhance the ADF Gap Year program, and improve its accessibility and utility.
• Reinvigorate university-linked regiments and squadrons, or create new joint university-based units, to grow the pool of tertiary-educated Reserve personnel, including consideration of Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS) support incentives.
• Provide greater support and focus to the development of Reserve elements within Navy and Air Force where these are required, enabled by Service facilities that will develop scalable skills without the need for prior permanent Navy or Air Force service.
• Strengthen the nexus between cadet experience and future ADF service.
• Provide appropriate support to the families of Reservists and address other long-standing issues of inequity and inflexibility that have been identified in the current Reserve conditions of service.
• Ensure that contemporary Reserve nomenclature and practice within a modern, integrated workplace are reflected in the Defence Act revisions and complementary updates to the Reserve Service Protection Act, related Veteran Affairs legislation, and enabling policy in both Defence and DVA.
• Fast track the recognition and recording of civilian skills and qualifications, including those relevant to new domains of cyber, space, and a nascent nuclear capability through engineering, physics, and related disciplines, as well as developing guided weapons and drone capabilities. Consider establishing enclaves within the Reserve to hold these experts/operators.

Conclusion
The DRA has long advocated for a better resourced and more integrated Reserve component to boost ADF capacity, both in current and contingency operational tasks. The effectiveness of the Reserve in recent regional deployments and in domestic disaster relief operations has often been acknowledged and praised, but no one would contend that resourcing of the Reserve or integrated planning for their optimisation has been a priority at the strategic centre in Canberra.

A larger and more flexible part-time component has the potential to mitigate some of the current Permanent force recruiting challenges in Navy, Army, and Air Force as well as open up the only viable pathway for Defence to grow and sustain capabilities in cyber and space.

By incentivising more young Australians to serve part-time, especially utilising their civil skills and qualifications, and getting more ex-permanent ADF people to stay engaged, we will go a long way towards creating the essential base on which to build a national mobilisation plan should our security situation require an all-in effort for national defence.

The Author
Michael Annett is a Royal Military College (RMC) Duntroon graduate. He commanded a troop, squadron, and unit in the Australian Army from 1980 to 2006. On leaving the Army, Michael worked in veteran support and services roles, including over a dozen years as CEO Returned Services League (RSL) Victoria. Michael continued to serve in the Reserve, commanding 4 Brigade and returning to full-time service in 2015/16 to deploy to Afghanistan as the Task Group commander. He is currently the National President of the Defence Reserves Association, the Vice President Melbourne Legacy, and Honorary Colonel of the 4th/19th Prince of Wales’s Light Horse Regiment.

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20240716 – Chief of Army Letter to the Army – Seizing the Opportunity of the RCDVS – OFFICIAL

Today we honour Vietnam veterans, by supporting the future of their children and grandchildren through the 2025 Long Tan Bursary.

Applications are now open to eligible children and grandchildren of Vietnam veterans, who can apply for up to $12,000 over 3 years to assist with the cost of their education.

Each year, 37 Long Tan Bursaries are awarded. They provide education support to recipients, helping them to acquire qualifications in their chosen careers.

The Long Tan Bursary scheme is named after the Battle of Long Tan, the best-known battle fought by Australians during the Vietnam War.

Vietnam veterans were instrumental in setting up the Long Tan Bursary more than 20 years ago. The Bursary is funded by DVA and administered by the Australian Veterans’ Children Assistance Trust (AVCAT) on the Department’s behalf.

So far, the Bursary has supported 967 children and grandchildren of Vietnam veterans. It has helped aspiring doctors, teachers, lawyers, artists, mechanics and many others succeed in their chosen professions.

Julia Clugston, whose father served in Vietnam, received a Long Tan Bursary in 2019.

‘Without [the Bursary], I would not have been here with a finished university degree, driving around national parks fighting fires and seeing a good vision for the future with my career,’ she said last year. ‘I have had the great opportunity of meeting people from AVCAT from all around and being mentored and supported by them. I feel like I could not be in safer hands.’

Leon Ross is multimedia composer who was awarded the Long Tan Bursary in 2018. The Bursary helped him complete a Bachelor of Applied Music before going on to study overseas.

‘[My] goals take extreme dedication, perseverance and quite possibly a lot of support in coping with rejections,’ said Leon. ‘AVCAT has provided me a mental stabiliser of sorts, allowing me to focus on my aspirations and act on them to bring them to fruition. Thank you, AVCAT, and all for the countless support throughout my growth as a composer.’

More information on the Long Tan Bursary, including eligibility criteria and how to apply, can be found on the Long Tan Bursary page of the DVA website.

To apply, visit the AVCAT website. Applications close on 31 October 2024.

Defence Media Release

More than 1500 personnel converged on Rockhampton and the expansive Shoalwater Bay Training Area in Queensland from August 10-20 for the 7th Brigade’s culminating warfighting exercise for 2024, Diamond Run.

Combined support and logistics elements of about 500 soldiers, drawn primarily from the 17th Sustainment Brigade, operated from protected logistics hubs within Rockhampton’s city areas.

Another 1000 7th Brigade troops fought the enemy and the elements after torrential rain created bogging mud, providing an added challenge for manoeuvres and transport across the training area’s rugged terrain.

The exercise ensures Army’s ‘ready brigade’ is poised to respond to a range of operational contingencies in defence of Australia and the country’s interests in the near region.

Commander of the Combat Training Centre (CTC) Colonel Ben McLennan said the Warfighter series of exercises, including Diamond Run, were highly significant to Army.

“They provide Army the most realistic, immersive and challenging way in which we can prepare our people, our teams, our equipment – alongside our partners and allies, as part of the integrated force – for war,” Colonel McLennan said.

Diamond Run achieved several objectives, including tactical air landing operations with the support of the Royal Australian Air Force; expeditionary resupply by land and sea; conventional trench warfare; urban operations; and chemical weapons defence.

7th Brigade’s Battle Group Heeler, comprising the 6th Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment (6RAR), was joined by a platoon of infantry from the New Zealand Army.

Major Tomaroa Wawatai, of the New Zealand Army’s 1st Brigade, was appointed the Officer Commanding Delta Company, 6RAR, comprising Australian and New Zealand infantry.

“It is pretty awesome that Kiwi and Aussie soldiers are working together so closely and that we can forge new bonds with our new compatriots in the 7th Brigade,” Major Wawatai said.

7th Brigade is working as closely as ever with its New Zealand counterparts as part of Plan Anzac, a bilateral agreement designed to increase capacity, enabling the two armies to exchange views and share situational awareness, capability, training and readiness.

The exercise also demonstrated the successful transition of the brigade’s rapid transformation to a motorised force, part of Army’s wider implementation of changes following the release of the Defence Strategic Review in 2023 and the National Defence Strategy, released this year.

The Krakow Post

A Baffling Deployment: In a surprising and perplexing move, Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the deployment of a newly formed unit dubbed “space troops” to defend the Kursk region, which is facing a Ukrainian incursion. This decision has left many Russians scratching their heads, as this unusual unit consists of personnel from diverse backgrounds, including security and logistics companies, engineers, mechanics, and servicemen from a Russian spaceport.

The unit was hastily assembled between May and June, drawing on personnel from special warehouses and radar stations previously responsible for maintaining Russia’s nuclear deterrent. The rationale behind deploying these unconventional forces to the front lines in Kursk remains unclear, adding to the confusion surrounding Moscow’s military strategy.

A Desperate Scramble: As the Ukrainian offensive continues to unfold, Russia appears to be scrambling to mount an effective response. Approximately 5,000 personnel have been redeployed from the Ukrainian front line to bolster defences in Kursk, signalling the seriousness of the situation. However, military experts and observers are questioning the efficacy and speed of this redeployment, suggesting that Moscow may be running out of conventional options to address the crisis.

Public Reaction: The decision to send “space troops” to Kursk has been met with scepticism from both the public and military experts. The Fighter-bomber Telegram channel, which is linked to the Russian Aerospace Forces, voiced confusion over the deployment, reflecting broader doubts about its effectiveness. Tatiana Stanovaya, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Centre, also weighed in, highlighting concerns that Ukrainian forces may establish a long-term presence in Russian border regions, further complicating the situation for Moscow.

A Historic Advance: The Ukrainian incursion into Kursk has been marked by significant territorial gains. Since August 6, Ukrainian forces have reportedly seized 1,250 square kilometres of Russian territory and 92 settlements. This marks a historic moment, as it is the first time foreign troops have occupied Russian territory since World War II. The rapid advance has caught Russia off guard and raised questions about the country’s military preparedness.

A Turning Point in the Conflict? Putin’s decision to deploy the “space troops” to Kursk may be seen as a desperate measure or a calculated risk, depending on one’s perspective. As the situation continues to evolve, the effectiveness of this unconventional deployment remains to be seen. However, it is clear that the conflict between Russia and Ukraine has entered a new and unpredictable phase, with significant implications for both countries and the broader region.

Defence Media Release

Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) aircraft and personnel have landed in Alaska to take part in Exercise Red Flag, a large-scale air-combat exercise hosted by the United States Pacific Air Forces Command.

This year, RAAF F-35A Lightning IIs will team up with United States combat and support aircraft to face simulated peer adversaries and ground-based air-defence systems. The RAAF’s E-7A Wedgetail’s superior airborne surveillance capabilities will play a critical role in coordinating aircraft.

Task Unit Commander, Group Captain Tracy Douglas, highlighted the importance of the exercise to train in complex environments alongside the United States to meet any future contingency.

“Exercise Red Flag Alaska enables United States and allied aviators to refine their operational concepts, enhance their capabilities, and develop strategies that strengthen deterrence and maintain a competitive edge,” Group Captain Douglas said.

“Our air forces continue to improve interoperability and integration through combat scenarios that reflect the challenges of real-world conflicts.”

The expansive 174,000 square-kilometre Joint Alaska Pacific Range Complex provides an ideal setting for simulating a contested environment, where battlefield strategy demands a high-operations tempo and necessitates innovation, determination and teamwork to stay ahead of ever-changing mission needs.

“The goal of Red Flag is learning as a team,” Group Captain Douglas said.

“While individuals may improve from their exercise experience, the aspiration is to forge ever-greater ability and efficiency working with our United States partners.

“Taking aircraft overseas and adapting to different airspaces and procedures can be challenging, but the rewards of such exercises are immense, paving the way for enhanced capabilities and stronger international cooperation.”

The exercise will involve more than 260 Australian personnel operating from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson and Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska from 19-30 August 2024.

Australia has expressed interest in acquiring over 350 Javelin FGM-148F missiles and associated equipment, under a proposed foreign military sale valued at approximately $100 million. The United States Defence Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) informed Congress of the potential transaction on August 19.

The proposed deal encompasses the missiles, technical assistance from the U.S. government, repair and return services, logistics, and program support. The DSCA emphasized the sale’s alignment with U.S. foreign policy and national security goals, noting Australia’s critical role as a key ally in the Western Pacific.

According to the DSCA’s public statement, Australia’s strategic significance as a political and economic powerhouse in the region is crucial for maintaining peace and stability. The sale aims to bolster Australia’s self-defence capabilities, ensuring the country is well-prepared to address both current and future threats.

The statement also clarified that the Australian Army would seamlessly integrate the new equipment into its existing forces, without disrupting the regional military balance or affecting U.S. defence readiness.

The prime contractors for this potential sale are the Javelin Joint Venture, a collaboration between RTX Corporation and Lockheed Martin. The implementation of the sale is not expected to require any U.S. government or contractor personnel to be stationed in Australia.

In 2023, the Australian Defence Force successfully fired Javelin missiles from a War-fighter unmanned ground vehicle (UGV), marking just the second known instance of such a launch globally. The Special Operations Command of the Australian Defence Force showcased the Javelin system in a live-fire demonstration at Singleton Military Training Area in New South Wales in March 2023. The Cyborg Dynamics Engineering UGV system, equipped with the R400 remote weapon station developed by Electro Optic Systems, demonstrated the ability to accurately strike targets at maximum range with the Javelin missiles.