Defence spending debate erupts after Remembrance Day
Retired Major General Greg Melick's call for increased defence spending sparks political controversy as Labor faces criticism over military funding cuts and capability gaps.
Retired Major General Greg Melick's call for increased defence spending sparks political controversy as Labor faces criticism over military funding cuts and capability gaps.
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PM Anthony Albanese chairs cabinet meeting in Perth, focusing on WA's critical minerals and defence industries. Key investments and policy decisions announced.
Kurri Kurri recycling facility seeks to expand operations by 400%, processing 450,000 tonnes annually and creating significant employment opportunities in the Hunter region.
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Japan formally voices security concerns to Australian Defence regarding South Korea's Hanwha bid for Austal. The move could impact regional defence partnerships.
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Popular fishing and recreation activities will be banned at Garden Island as Australia establishes an AUKUS exclusion zone. Learn how this impacts local communities and national security.
DroneShield defends $70 million share sell-off by CEO and directors that stunned investors, sending the anti-drone company's stock plunging over 30%. Learn the full story.
Fremantle's Greenroom Robotics partners with UK's SubSea Craft to develop autonomous vessels for AUKUS nations, enhancing maritime security and defence technology.
Japanese government expresses national security concerns as South Korea's Hanwha Group bids for Australian shipbuilder Austal. What this means for regional defence.
Geelong faces a critical shortage of netball courts with 70+ needed by 2028. Netball Victoria's Statewide Facilities Strategy reveals urgent infrastructure needs.
Former defence chief Chris Barrie warns Australia's fossil fuel approvals undermine regional stability, creating unprecedented climate migration and security threats.
A Newcastle councillor expresses shock over $106,000 spent on Astra Aerolab community survey while social grants remain unfunded. Read the full debate.
Retired Major General Greg Melick demands Albanese government significantly increase defence funding, warning Australia remains unprepared for potential conflicts in the volatile Indo-Pacific region.
Townsville honours its fallen soldiers in a moving Remembrance Day ceremony at Jezzine Barracks. Community gathers to pay respects and remember the ultimate sacrifice.
A Far North Queensland widow finds hope as bipartisan funding commitment ensures the future of Legacy House, providing crucial support for defence force families.
Norwegian defence giant Kongsberg is establishing a major office hub in Newcastle's Honeysuckle precinct for its $850 million missile program, creating hundreds of jobs and boosting the Hunter region's defence capabilities.
Perth Wildcats head coach John Rillie unveils multiple defensive strategies to counter Bryce Cotton's offensive threat in crucial NBL showdown. Exclusive insights into the tactical battle.
The Australian War Memorial's $500m redevelopment has claimed the nation's highest architecture award, the Sir Zelman Cowen Award, despite facing significant public criticism and heritage concerns.
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Disturbing new figures show sexual assault claims within the Australian Defence Force have jumped by one-third, with insiders warning the crisis demands urgent action and cultural reform.
Exclusive details reveal the Department of Defence's quarter-billion dollar property deal in Canberra, securing long-term office space at Brindabella Park with significant taxpayer investment.
Australian security experts warn of growing space terrorism risks as our nation becomes increasingly dependent on vulnerable satellite technology for everything from banking to defence.
Wollongong City Council is considering an innovative 'city concierge' service as part of its new economic strategy to boost local business and attract investment to the Illawarra region.
Perth's fly-in fly-out workers are swapping mining for defence jobs, attracted by competitive salaries and more engaging work in Western Australia's growing defence sector.
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The Australian Department of Defence is embarking on a significant relocation, moving hundreds of public service staff to a new state-of-the-art office facility at Brindabella Park in Canberra's airport precinct.