Chief Defence Scientist Prof Tanya Monro AC joined Australia’s leading scientists at the Science Academy Shine Dome in Canberra. Proudly sponsored by Defence, the event celebrates excellence in Australian science and welcomes the Academy’s 2026 Fellows. #ShineDome2026.

Australia relies on shipping for 99% of its international trade. A new port resilience simulator is helping operators train for cyberattacks and extreme weather, building stronger preparedness, decision-making and national resilience. Learn more 👉 spr.ly/6015BGjwvc

Want to launch your STEM career and help shape Australia's future submarine capability? Applications are now open for the Propel: Australian Submarine Scholarship Program, offering two-year scholarships for undergraduate students. Apply by 2 Oct 2026: spr.ly/6017BGpHoz

🏆 🎉 Congrats to DSTG’s Dr Phyo San on winning the AI in Defence & Intelligence category at the 2026 Women in AI APAC Awards. Her achievement recognises leadership and excellence in applying AI to strengthen Defence capability and support Australia’s national security.

Two years on from the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide Final Report, we reflect on the courage of those who shared their experiences and helped shape a better future for Defence. Their lived experiences continue to lead to improvements, from enhanced suicide prevention and mental health initiatives to stronger protections against sexual violence and improved support for families. While important progress has been made, there is more work to do. Defence remains committed to delivering meaningful and enduring reform that improves the health, wellbeing and safety of our people and their families.

That’s a wrap on #NationalScienceWeek 2026! 🧪🚀🔬 From inspiring conversations to highlighting cutting-edge work, it was a great opportunity to celebrate how science and innovation are shaping Australia’s future capability. #STEM #DefenceScience

Teachers have the power to turn curiosity into real-world impact. This #NationalScienceWeek, meet Defence chemist Kilahney and discover how inspiration in the classroom set her on the path to a career in STEM. 🧪🔬 ➡️ spr.ly/6013B19nJB #YourADF #SeedsOfScience @DefenceScience

Defence, @UNSWCanberra and @LockheedMartin are using pressure-sensitive paint to shed light on the complexity of high-speed flight. Tested for the first time in DSTG’s wind tunnel, the method reveals how air flows around an object near the speed of sound. #NationalScienceWeek

What do you do when time is short and data is limited? As an operations analyst, Dr Patrick Hew uses maths to help Defence break down complex problems into clear and actionable information that supports real-world decisions. This National Science Week, his message is simple: "It’s in our interest to have as many people as we can understanding STEM as much as they can, because it makes us better equipped to understand the world.” 📊 💡 ➡️ spr.ly/6015B1bgJB #YourADF #NationalScienceWeek #ScienceWeek #SeedsOfScience @DefenceScience

Defence is proud to celebrate #NationalScienceWeek Defence is home to a world-class #STEM workforce, who we recognise for their invaluable contributions to the ongoing protection of our nation. Hear from Chief Defence Scientist Professor Tanya Monro AC why #ScienceWeek is such an exciting opportunity to raise awareness of science across Australia, and the vital role that innovation, science and technology plays in supporting the Australian Defence Force in today’s technology-driven world. #YourADF #SeedsOfScience #DefenceScience @DefenceScience @AustralianArmy @AusAirForce @Australian_Navy @ausgov

🏆Congratulations Andrew Hart, recipient of the 2026 Minister’s Award for Achievement in Defence Science. His leadership and innovation have helped build Australia’s sovereign rocket propulsion capability, supporting future long-range strike and hypersonic systems #DefenceScience

DSTG is proud to sponsor the Eureka Awards and the Defence Outstanding Science in Safeguarding Australia award category. Best wishes to all the finalists.