An Introduction to the Defence Readiness Seminar Series by Alan Rankins, CEO of Goal Group Listen to the podcast, explaining the background to why the Seminar Series, the benefits of participating, the seminar topics and who will be presenting... as well as the new virtual format. A full transcript of the interview is below. Podcast Interview Alan – Thank you Grant it’s a fantastic honour for me to introduce this Defence Ready [...]
Minister for Defence Industry/CASG/Industry Reps - phone hook-up 17 April 2020 Minister Price: 2200 Defence personnel deployed in support of the COVID 19 health crisis – very much appreciated and doing great work in support of the nation. Government feels the range of measures in place has made the health crisis manageable, but very much aware and looking to assist where possible the impacts on the community. Industry and community need to remain disciplined [...]
Minister for Defence Industry Telecon 9 April 2020 Key Points Still early days. Pleased that control measures appear to be having desired effect but need to remain disciplined. All participants very happy re communications between Defence, States/Territories and industry groups. Positive feedback from SMEs in relation to payments flowing down from Defence to Primes to SMEs very quickly. Generally, defence industry SMEs in good shape – considerable amount of work is being brought forward. [...]
Meeting with Minister Price, CASG and State Industry Advocates - 3 April 2020 The latest Defence Advocates Meeting with CASG was held on 03 April and the following provides an overview of discussion points, key initiatives, and how Hunter Defence can support those in our region during this unprecedented chapter in Defence. Minister Price It is obvious within government that many people across all industry are working very hard to manage this pandemic and [...]
The Defence Advocates Meeting with CASG was held on 26 March and the following provides an overview of discussion points, key initiatives, and how Hunter Defence can support those in our region during this unprecedented chapter in Defence. Overview: The Nation is in unchartered territory, as are all other nations A huge amount of work is being done at a Federal level, as well as National Security Committee (NSC), National Cabinet, and other groups [...]
