Who We Are
AOC Australia–New Zealand (AOC ANZ) is the peak professional association for Electromagnetic Warfare (EW), Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO), Cyber Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA), and Information Operations (IO) across Australia and New Zealand.
Established through the formal merger of the Australian and New Zealand AOC Chapters in 2025, AOC ANZ reflects a shared commitment to strengthening regional collaboration and amplifying collective impact in the electromagnetic domain. As part of the global Association of Old Crows, AOC ANZ connects Defence, government, industry and academia through conferences, professional development, and knowledge exchange to advance capability, readiness and innovation across the region.
What We Do
Advance Capability
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We promote excellence in Electronic Warfare (EW) and Information Warfare (IW) through advocacy, professional development, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Build Community
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We connect professionals and organisations with a shared purpose, fostering collaboration through events, seminars, and networking opportunities.
Support National Security
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We contribute to strengthening Australia and New Zealand's readiness and resilience in the Indo-Pacific region by supporting innovation and capability development in EW and IW.
Board Nominations Open – AOC ANZ AGM 2026
Nominations are now open for election to the AOC Australia–New Zealand Chapter Board at the 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM).
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Serving on the Board is an opportunity to help shape the strategic direction of the Chapter, support its members, and contribute to the continued growth of the Electronic Warfare community across Australia and New Zealand. Members from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to nominate. Previous Board experience is not required.
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Positions Open for Election
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President (1-year term)
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Three (3) Director positions (2-year terms)
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The AGM will be held on Thursday, 6 August 2026, during the final afternoon of AOC Asia 2026.
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Nominations close: Tuesday, 30 June 2026, at 11:59 pm AEST.
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Board Nomination Form: https://forms.office.com/r/ECUCLwA6pS
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For questions regarding the nomination process, please contact contact@aocanz.com.
Program and Initiatives
Lunch & Learn
Event Details
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Topic: From Data to Decision Advantage: AI-Enabled C2 and Human-in-the-Loop Operations
Speaker: Mr Matthew Lonsdale
Date: Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Time: 12:30 – 13:30 AEST | 14:30 – 15:30 NZST
Where: Online via Microsoft Teams | DPN Accessible
What's the session about?​
This session will explore how AI-enabled command-and-control concepts can support intelligence fusion, operational planning, and decision tempo, while preserving human judgement, accountability, and command responsibility.
Matthew will also discuss the practical implications for Defence and industry as Australia continues to build sovereign AI-enabled capability, drawing on his experience in AI-enabled decision support, human-machine teaming, and national security.
​Upcoming Events
AOC Asia 2026 Sponsors
FTCN PODCAST & DIGITAL COVERAGE SPONSOR
NETWORKING DRINKS SPONSOR
GLOBAL INFORMATION SUMMIT 2026 SPONSORS
PLATINUM SPONSORS
GOLD SPONSOR
BRONZE SPONSOR
EVENT SPONSORS
MEDIA PARTNER
EW ANZ 2026 Partners
Silver Partner
Bronze Partner
Awards Gala Partner
Name Card/Lanyard Partner
Charity Partner
Media Partners
What's New in the AOC ANZ Community?
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Stay up to date with the latest news, events and initiatives from across the AOC Australia–New Zealand Chapter.
Our newsletters provide updates on Chapter activities, upcoming events, professional development opportunities, governance, and community initiatives, helping members stay informed and connected throughout the year.
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Mid-Year Update 2026
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Read the latest update from AOC ANZ, featuring a message from President Nathan Johnson, upcoming events including Global Information Summit Australia 2026 and AOC Asia 2026, professional development opportunities, sponsorship updates, Board activities, and ways to get involved with the Chapter.
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End-of-Year Newsletter 2025
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Catch up on the Chapter's key achievements and milestones, including the official Australia–New Zealand merger, AGM outcomes, EW ANZ highlights, awards and competition updates, professional development activities, and community engagement across the region.