Defence SA

Defence SA is South Australia’s lead government agency for all defence matters and the nation’s only stand-alone state defence organisation. 

Reporting to the Premier, its task is clear - growing Defence presence and building a sustainable defence industry for South Australia.

Working closely with Defence & industry, Defence SA targets defence investment and expansion opportunities and drives and supports the delivery of major defence projects and facilities.

Defence SA works closely with the Defence Teaming Centre – South Australia’s defence industry association – to help defence companies (especially SMEs) become more competitive in their pursuit of defence projects and services. 

DEFENCE SA CORPORATE STRUCTURE

Corporate structure diagram

Defence SA Advisory Board

The high-calibre Defence SA Advisory Board is a formidable line-up of the nation's top Defence and industry brainpower, led by Chairman and former Chief of Defence Force General Peter Cosgrove AC MC. The board assists the State Government on its strategy and policy for delivering long-term defence industry growth.

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Strategy

South Australia has a clear direction for the future of defence in this state – to grow defence presence and sustainable defence industries. 

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Performance

The state’s defence key performance indicators are embedded in South Australia’s Strategic Plan.

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Key partners

The South Australian Government works with a number of key defence partners.

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