The series reflects the diversity of views and professional inquiry developed across residential, part-time and capability management programs, highlighting contemporary thinking from students preparing for senior command and staff roles.
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Own Domain AwarenessThe challenges of applying DMPP to campaigns characterised by “unconventional campaigns”
The next campaign may never have a front line. Is the ADF's planning process ready for conflict fought through cyber attacks, narratives and constant competition?
Read<30 min27/07/2026 -
Own Domain AwarenessCase Study 3 - Building a Force for Denial: Evaluating Strategy and Investment Alignment
How well do the National Defence Strategy and the Integrated Investment Program develop force structure appropriate to a strategy of deterrence by denial?
Read<30 min13/07/2026 -
Own Domain AwarenessCase Study 2 – Has Australia developed a distinct Grand Strategy since 2020?
Australia may not have a single grand strategy document, but this paper argues a distinct strategy has emerged through deterrence, diplomacy and economic resilience.
Read<30 min06/07/2026 -
The Art of War Joint CompetencyCase Study 1 – New Plan, Same Pattern: Australian Grand Strategy Since 2020
Based on the article’s central argument: the National Defence Strategy is new as military strategy, but Australia’s broader grand strategy remains a long-standing pattern of balance.
Read<30 min29/06/2026 -
Own Domain Mastery Joint AwarenessCapability Business Case: Littoral Combat Vehicle (LCV) Program
Australia's defence strategy demands amphibious manoeuvre across the Indo-Pacific. The missing piece may be the vehicle itself.
Read> 30 min15/06/2026 -
Own Domain AwarenessHolding the Door Open: The 1st Division and Deterrence
Can the Army’s 1st Division deter conflict without fighting alone? This essay argues it's real power lies in signalling coalition resolve.
Read> 30 min01/06/2026