Defence Australiaofficially Known As The Department Of Defenceis The Australian Government Department Dedicated To National Defense And Securityestablished On February 91976And Headquartered In Canberrait Employs Approximately 82 724 Staff And Operates With An Annual Budget Of A$53 58 Billion For The 2024 25 Periodits Mission Is To Defend Australia And Its National Interestsensuring Security And Prosperity The Department S Core Responsibilities Include Protecting Australia From Military Threatsstrengthening Security Partnershipsand Providing Community Support Through Disaster Relief And Cybersecuritydefence Australia Develops And Maintains Military Assets Such As Naval Shipsaircraftand Land Systemsit Also Focuses On Cybersecurity To Safeguard Critical Infrastructure And Invests In Defense Industry Growth Through Partnershipsthe Organizational Structure Includes The Australian Defence Organisationwhich Encompasses The Australian Defence Force And Related Agencieswith Key Leadership Roles Filled By The Minister For Defencethe Secretary Of Defenceand The Chief Of The Defence Force
