Minister confident of boosting China defence talks Defence Minister Richard Marles says he is hopeful in-person talks between Australian and Chinese military officials can begin again as tensions thaw. AAP · Jun 21, 2024
As China premier departs, focus shifts to Pacific A group of Australia's ministers will travel to Papua New Guinea for talks with their ministerial counterparts. AAP · Jun 18, 2024
Australian military will recruit some noncitzens in a bid to boost troop numbers The Australian government says its military will begin recruiting some noncitizens in a bid to boost troop numbers The Independent UK · Jun 4, 2024
‘Reckless’: Penny Wong condemns Peter Dutton’s threats to cut ties with International Criminal Court Foreign minister also accuses the Greens of involvement in ‘violent and aggressive protests’ in Senate estimates The Guardian - AU · Jun 3, 2024
Ministers shoot down Defence funding shortfall report Labor has defended its $50 billion injection to the defence budget over a decade after analysis found it doesn't adequately prepare the military for war. AAP · Jun 2, 2024
Australia raises military run ins with Chinese minister Defence Minister Richard Marles has described a meeting with his Chinese counterpart as "frank" after he raised unprofessional and unsafe conduct from Beijing. AAP · Jun 1, 2024
Defeating Russia doesn't mean we attack China: minister Defence Minister Richard Marles will use a major speech to call on China to put greater pressure on Russia to end its invasion of Ukraine. AAP · May 31, 2024
Australia stands alongside PNG after landslide: PM Australia is ready to provide further aid to Papua New Guinea following a landslide that buried more than 2000 people, the prime minister says. AAP · May 27, 2024
More than 2,000 people buried in Papua New Guinea landslide More than 2,000 people were buried by a massive landslide in Papua New Guinea, the national disaster centre said on Monday, as the government officially asked for international help to reach communities trapped in remote villages where rescue efforts have been hampered by treacherous conditions. France 24 · May 27, 2024
Michaelia Cash calls for focus on antisemitism in Labor’s new hate speech law The shadow attorney-general asked if using the phrase ‘from the river to the sea’ would be an offence under Labor’s bill The Guardian - AU · May 27, 2024
Australia plans to send aid to Papua New Guinea as rain raises safety fears at deadly landslide site Australia is preparing to send aircraft and other equipment to help at the site of the deadly landslide in Papua New Guinea as rain in the South Pacific nation’s mountainous interior is raising fears that the tons of rubble that buried hundreds of villagers will become dangerously unstable The Independent UK · May 27, 2024
Bipartisan backing for tougher hate-speech penalties The coalition has indicated it would back a proposal to strengthen hate-speech laws following a rise in anti-Semitic incidents. AAP · May 27, 2024
Ukraine holding out for 'lifeline' of coal shipment Ukraine has made a further request to Australia for a shipment of coal ahead of a "brutal" winter as it deals with invading Russian forces. AAP · May 26, 2024
PNG aid on the way, more considered as death toll rises The federal government will provide $2.5 million and consider more aid for Papua New Guinea as the death toll from a landslide rises to more than 2000. AAP · May 26, 2024
The Independent UK · May 21, 2024 Australia's deputy prime minister pledges support to Solomon Islands during visit to Honiara Australia’s deputy prime minister is visiting the Solomon Islands, as Canberra intensifies its efforts to counter China’s growing influence in the South Pacific
AAP · May 21, 2024 Australia keen to keep police in Solomon Islands Australia is ready to help Solomon Islands build a defence force, and is eager to keep a police presence in the nation to remain a security partner.
The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2024 Australian soldiers ‘thrown under the bus’ over alleged Afghanistan war crimes, SAS body says After report found senior officers should take some responsibility, Australian SAS Association chair says ‘finally’ the finger is being pointed at ministers and generals
The Guardian - AU · May 14, 2024 Federal budget ramps up Aukus with $2.6bn earmarked for submarine project in 2024-25 Defence says approved spending for Australia’s acquisition of subs so far totals $13.6bn
The Guardian - AU · May 7, 2024 China accuses Australian navy helicopter of flying near airspace in ‘provocative move’ Foreign ministry says Chinese jet pilot took ‘necessary measures at the scene’ after Australia claimed flares were released in front of helicopter
The Guardian - AU · May 7, 2024 US won’t guarantee Australia will have complete control of Aukus submarines US Aukus commitment should not be doubted, says assistant secretary of state, while refusing to be drawn on lingering concerns about the sale of nuclear submarines
AAP · May 6, 2024 China's 'unsafe' move against Australian chopper China's military engaged in "unsafe and unprofessional" conduct by firing flares in front of an Australian helicopter taking part in an international mission.
AAP · May 1, 2024 Australia, South Korea discuss military tech alliance Australia and South Korea are working together on a potential expansion of a secretive defence technology pact that includes the US and UK.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 30, 2024 Solomon Islands bids farewell to a polarising PM who became the Pacific’s most China-friendly leader Although Manasseh Sogavare’s time as prime minister of Solomon Islands is finished, his country’s relationship with China may still have some way to run
The Guardian - AU · Apr 27, 2024 Albanese heckled at Canberra rally to end violence against women – as it happened This blog is now closed
The Guardian - AU · Apr 27, 2024 Australia pledges $100m in military assistance to Ukraine as Richard Marles visits Deputy prime minister says Australia remains committed to Ukraine’s war effort as it struggles to hold back Russian advances