Two key Defence ‘Projects of Concern’ conditionally reprieved Defence Can’t live with them, can’t live without them. Defence’s hunt for duds continues in earnest. The question now is ahead, not behind.
Australia gives $10m in aid to Gaza as security concerns develop in Lebanon October 16, 2023 By Anna Macdonald Federal Foreign affairs minister Penny Wong says adherence to international humanitarian law must be prioritised in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.
Public comment to minister at ANU policy forum spurs Morocco earthquake aid September 19, 2023 By Melissa Coade Federal Mention of Morocco’s earthquake at a conference with Pat Conroy is believed to have been what prompted Australia’s action to assist.
Conroy: Referendum goals akin to Australia’s development policy aspirations, tangible outcomes important September 13, 2023 By Melissa Coade Federal Pat Conroy has described the Voice vote as having strong synergies with the government’s new international development policy.
Defence’s Newcastle F-35A stealth re-spray shed expands to take Japan, Korea and Singapore models August 17, 2023 By Julian Bajkowski Defence Several essential-frequency herbs and spices have just been franchised for Defence’s new F-35A spray-paint shed.
Wong: Regional resilience means helping Australia’s neighbours reach their aspirations August 9, 2023 By Melissa Coade Federal A new international development policy is the first long-term initiative of its kind that Australia has pursued in a decade.
Pacific aid to enforce climate, gender equality targets August 8, 2023 By AAP Federal Australia’s Pacific aid will push to create local employment and boost the domestic economies of the country’s island neighbours.
Redback fangs across the line to win $7bn Infantry Fighting Vehicle deal for Korean giant Hanwha July 28, 2023 By Julian Bajkowski Defence The heavily armoured Hanwha Land 400 buggies, which will be made in Geelong, replace Australia’s Vietnam-era M113 armoured personnel carriers.
Berlin defence industry talks pave way for more bi-lateral cooperation July 11, 2023 By Melissa Coade Defence Anthony Albanese met with Olaf Scholz to discuss trade & investment, climate action & clean energy, and bi-lateral defence cooperation.
Army choppers consolidated in $700m shift to Townsville July 3, 2023 By Julian Bajkowski Defence The army’s Apaches are to be relocated to Townsville, as Defence consolidates its rotary wing workshops. Darwin keeps the choppers until 2028.
Conroy off to float AUKUS implementation ideas about nuclear submarines in America June 6, 2023 By Melissa Coade Federal Pat Conroy is to have talks with the US administration about the next steps to obtaining our nuclear-powered submarines under AUKUS.
Australia digs deep to help amid Sudan conflict May 8, 2023 By Melissa Coade Federal Foreign minister Penny Wong has announced Australia will initially give $6 million in humanitarian assistance to Sudan.
Conroy announces new ‘Multi-Ammunition Soft-Kill System’ anti-ship missile defence capability May 5, 2023 By Julian Bajkowski Defence Pat Conroy talks new $180 million Top Gun-style ‘soft-kill’ system that shoots tin foil and makes smoke as weapon of MASS distraction.
Advocates warn peace must be the ultimate priority of Australian Defence intent April 26, 2023 By Melissa Coade Community & Social Australian Council for International Development says Defence expenditure should reflect the reality of prevention being better than cure.
Wong on Australia’s new foreign paradigm: Our diplomats and military can’t do it alone April 18, 2023 By Melissa Coade Federal Penny Wong says funding development initiatives will strengthen Australia’s credibility and influence in the Pacific region.
