Aligned With the Direction of the Nation.
Indigenous Defence Services doesn't operate in isolation. We track and align to Australian and Western Australian defence policy — and translate it into delivery on the ground.
Premier Announces Push for Weapons Manufacturing Hub in WA
Western Australia is positioning itself as a sovereign defence manufacturing centre. Indigenous Defence Services supports this direction by building Indigenous workforce pathways and Traditional Owner engagement into projects from day one.
Read on ABC News2026 National Defence StrategyNDS Overview Factsheet
The 2026 NDS sets the long-term direction for Australia's defence posture. Indigenous Defence Services aligns to its priorities — sovereign capability, industry growth, and people.
Read NDS Overview2026 NDS BudgetDefence Budget Factsheet
The 2026 Budget commits record investment into Australian defence industry. Indigenous Defence Services positions Indigenous-led businesses and workers to participate at every tier.
Read Budget FactsheetWA Defence Strategy 2025WA Defence & Defence Industry Strategy
Western Australia's strategy sets out the State's ambition for sovereign capability. Indigenous Defence Services is built to deliver against its workforce, industry and engagement priorities.
Read WA StrategyAustralia Is Rebuilding Sovereign Defence Capability — Indigenous Defence Services Makes Sure Indigenous People Are Part of It
From the AUKUS pillar two technologies to WA's emerging manufacturing hub, defence is one of the biggest economic opportunities of the next decade. Indigenous Defence Services exists to ensure Indigenous Australians help build, operate and lead it — not watch it from the sidelines.
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