Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation - Defence

Through Defence West, we promote Western Australia’s defence sector capability and capacity.
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WA has a proud history of supporting national security and defence, with the sector continuing to deliver a respected, innovative and competitive defence industry. 

Defence West was established by the Western Australian Government as part of its Plan for Jobs. Its mission is to be the home of a robust defence industry with a broader and deeper defence industrial base that is respected, innovative and competitive.