DefenceNT Breaking Barriers: Women Leading in Defence Industry (Panel)

During NT Defence Week, DefenceNT are hosting a symposia program on Wednesday 30th April 2025. 

Women are a driving force in the Defence industry, yet career progression often comes with unique challenges. DefenceNT's panel will explore the realities of leadership, mentorship, and overcoming obstacles to success. This panel discussion will highlight real-world experiences, amplify voices from across the sector, and spark meaningful conversations about shaping a more inclusive and dynamic Defence industry for the future.

Moderator- Damon Howes, Aurecon

Panellists:
Georgia Davey - Norsta
Chelsea Bozeman - Amentum (nee Stuart)
Melanie Free - Aurecon
Amber Titley - DDR

  • Organised by: DefenceNT
  • Contact name: Defence Industry Engagement Officer Shani Carson
  • Phone: 088999 8327
  • Email: Shani.carson@nt.gov.au

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April

This year’s Summit will focus on the ever-important strategic position of Northern Australia, its role in the wider Indo-Pacific region, and its significance to Australia’s security. Alongside this, the conference will cover a range of topics considering ADF Capabilities in the North, investment in infrastructure projects, Defence as a driver for local economic growth, and the challenges of developing and sustaining a sufficiently skilled workforce to support Defence operations.

May

Norbar is hosting a Defence Summit.

The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (Lima) 2025 will be held from May 20- 24.

May 2025 will see Women in Aviation Australian Chapter, funded by the Queensland Government, deliver an Aviation Champions of Change Forum aimed at exploring the dynamics of change within the Aviation and Aerospace sectors.

June

Dassault Systèmes will have a two-day Digital Engineering Symposium in Melbourne, Australia.

July

August

Simulation Australasia will host their Australasian Simulation Congress (ASC 2025) at Adelaide Convention Centre. 

The Submarine Institute of Australia Conference in 2025, the 20th for the SIA, will be held in Perth WA in partnership with Defence West and Business Events Perth.

The Townsville Defence Forum will be a localised policy-driven forum.

A high-level policy-driven forum, focusing on creating strategic sovereign maritime capability in the West.