75th Anniversary

The Factory

ASD launches its official history book

The Factory: The Official History of the Australian Signals Directorate explores ASD's role in Australia's defence.

The National Carillion lit up blue, located on Aspen Island, Lake Burley Griffin (National Capital Authority)

National Carillon

On 31 March 2022 and 1 April 2022, the National Carillon at Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra was illuminated with the Australian Signals Directorate's colours to mark ASD’s 75th anniversary.

Card on floral wreath with message, ‘Lest We Forget. Lieutenant Kyle, RAN. Thank you for your service.’

Australian War Memorial – Last Post Ceremony

On 1 April 2022, the Australian War Memorial joined the Australian Signals Directorate in celebrating our 75th Anniversary, with a Last Post Ceremony honouring Lieutenant Alan Fairlie Kyle, who served as a Coastwatcher in WWII.

Image of two women using the encoding machine.

Celebrating 75 years of the Australian Signals Directorate

The 1st of April 2022 marks a significant milestone for the Australian Signals Directorate – our 75th anniversary.

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