News
July 2025
Defence Estate Capital and Sustainment Works Program Industry Briefing
The 2025 Defence Estate Capital and Sustainment Works Program Industry Briefing provided an update on strategic planning, infrastructure investment, environment and engineering priorities, and major capital works across Australia.
Key highlights included:
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Implementation of the National Defence Strategy and alignment of the Defence Estate to support preparedness and operational capability.
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Updates on the Major Construction Services Panel, PFAS management, and the Defence Net Zero Strategy.
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Overview of $40 billion planned investment across 168 projects nationally, including key programs at HMAS Stirling, RAAF Bases Williamtown and Tindal, and major redevelopment projects in the NT and QLD.
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Insights into the Estate Works Program, PFAS remediation, and the updated PFAS Construction and Maintenance Framework (Version 4.0).
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A focus on industry engagement, governance, and collaboration opportunities to support Defence’s infrastructure delivery.
For full details, project lists, and state-by-state investment breakdowns:
For further information on how you can get involved with Consult Australia’s defence industry initiatives, including the Defence Roundtable, contact Consult Australia’s Defence Manager, Matt Williams.