Australian Army
Coverage of Australian Army in the Nexus archive.
- Australian Army Tests Vector AI Drone Refined by Ukrainian Combat Experience
The Australian Army tested the Vector AI reconnaissance drone during Southern Jackaroo exercises in Queensland. The drone, developed by German firm Quantum Systems, uses AI for autonomous target detection and real-time mapping, with software improvements based on combat data from Ukraine.
- As one Australian Army brigade bulks up with armor, its fuel and ammo needs spike
The Australian Army’s 3rd Brigade is undergoing rapid modernization with new armored vehicles, increasing fuel consumption from 40,000 to 300,000 liters daily and expanding personnel from 3,200 to 4,000. New equipment includes M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams tanks, Hanwha AS9 Huntsman howitzers, and Rheinmetall Boxer vehicles, alongside drones and unmanned ground systems for logistics and minefield operations.
- Australia appoints female army chief for the first time in history
Australia has appointed Lieutenant General Susan Coyle as its first female army chief in history, marking a significant milestone after her 40-year military career. The appointment highlights progress in gender equality within military leadership roles.
- Susan Coyle to be first woman to lead Australian army in ‘deeply historic moment’
Lt Gen Susan Coyle will become the first woman to lead the Australian Army, starting her term in July. Her appointment is part of broader defence leadership changes, including Mark Hammond's promotion to chief of defence force.