Major works on the $34.5 billion Suburban Rail Loop could be delayed or deferred amid concerns about the controversial project’s funding and state debt.
Selected for Round 2 of the Australian Government’s Emerging Aviation Technology Partnerships program, the projects range from drones and remotely-piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) to eVTOLs and other hydrogen and battery-electric aviation technologies.
VH-ZNH will bear a “GO AUSTRALIA” decal on either side to mark the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games, with the Flying Kangaroo once again serving as the official carrier of both Australia’s teams.
The Defence Counter-UAS Directed Energy Weapons System, manufactured by high power laser start-up AIM Defence, was demonstrated with assistance from company employees and ADF personnel at Puckapunyal Military Area, Victoria.
When in service, the MQ-4C Triton aircraft will be based at RAAF Base Tindal, Northern Territory, and operated by the Air Force’s reformed No. 9 Squadron, located at RAAF Base Edinburgh, South Australia.
