Australia gives $100m to Ukraine during minister's trip Air defence systems, unmanned drones and equipment such as helmets and boots will be provided to Ukraine as part of a new $100 million Australian aid package. AAP · Apr 27, 2024
Nation commemorates Anzac Day to remember the fallen Veterans, defence personnel and their families proudly displayed service medals on marches in honour of those who died or were injured defending Australia. AAP · Apr 24, 2024
Following 'footsteps of giants': PM embarks on Kokoda Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is preparing to make history and walk sections of the Kokoda Track with Papua New Guinea counterpart James Marape. AAP · Apr 22, 2024
Australia plans for a ‘less certain’ future in Asia — one where the US may not remain the dominant force The US talks of Aukus as ‘binding’ the allies for decades to come, but Richard Marles says Australia must become more ‘self-reliant’ The Guardian - AU · Apr 18, 2024
Family forced through 'hoop after hoop' over boy's care A government department failed to support the family of a 10-year-old Indigenous boy before he fatally self-harmed under state care, an advocate says. AAP · Apr 18, 2024
Hiccups in Solomon Is vote but results expected soon Some hiccups were experienced in the Solomon Islands' largest-ever and most-closely-watched election, authorities say. AAP · Apr 18, 2024
China bristles at defence rise that might not be enough China has weighed in on Australia's move to spend extra money on defence under a new strategy, but experts are concerned about several areas of the plan. AAP · Apr 17, 2024
Australia Unveils New Defence Strategy, With Eye On 'Coercive' China Australia unveiled its first National Defence Strategy on Wednesday, signalling a new focus on deterring China's "coercive tactics" in a region seen as lurching towards conflict. International Business Times · Apr 17, 2024
Afternoon Update: Labor’s $50bn boost to defence; Queensland LNP backs emissions cuts; and Australia’s Olympics uniform revealed Marles flags plans to recruit non-citizens to serve in the ADF The Guardian - AU · Apr 17, 2024
Plans for new fighter jets on back burner despite Labor’s $50bn boost to defence spending Military funding to undergo major shake-up Albanese government says will ensure ADF can project power further from Australian shores The Guardian - AU · Apr 17, 2024
Defence scores $50b funding boost as jets plan grounded Australia will increase defence spending over the next decade to meet new threats but some programmes have been torpedoed. AAP · Apr 16, 2024
Australia says military collaboration with Japan is not about creating ‘Jaukus’ Australia, UK and US say they want to support regional stability and security but China ‘gravely concerned’ The Guardian - AU · Apr 9, 2024
Gaza killings: Australia plans to appoint independent adviser to scrutinise Israeli inquiry Penny Wong demands Israel preserve evidence because of unsatisfactory initial inquiry as Israel dismisses two officers over death of seven aid staff The Guardian - AU · Apr 5, 2024
Heavy rain continues in NSW; SA police head to Alice Springs for backup – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Apr 4, 2024
The Guardian - AU · Apr 4, 2024 US shipyards up to three years behind schedule on submarines as concerns grow for Aukus pact Greens senator David Shoebridge says review of shipbuilding program ‘adds to the growing list of reasons why Aukus is likely to fall over’
AAP · Apr 4, 2024 'Tough, necessary' defence cuts to refocus Pacific plan Military projects are set to be slashed as the Albanese government reframes its defence strategy around challenges in the Indo-Pacific.
AAP · Mar 27, 2024 Minister sinks talk of Trump torpedo for nuclear subs Cold water has been poured on claims a Donald Trump presidency would threaten Australia's acquisition of nuclear powered submarines.
AAP · Mar 27, 2024 Tougher restrictions for military secret sharing pass Defence personnel privy to secrets and companies working with third countries will face stricter regulations under new laws aiming to bolster national security.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 25, 2024 Australia’s $4.6bn Aukus funding to help create more than 1,000 jobs in UK, Rolls-Royce says Company says work is already under way ‘to double the size of the Rolls-Royce Submarines site in the UK
AAP · Mar 24, 2024 Australia will work with US regardless of president Whether Donald Trump or Joe Biden is the next US president, Australia will continue to work with America regardless, the deputy prime minister says.
AAP · Mar 22, 2024 Work begins on subs program after historic AUKUS deal Australia has announced the partner companies that will build and maintain the country's AUKUS nuclear submarine fleet amid a strengthening of ties with the UK.
International Business Times · Mar 22, 2024 Australia, Britain Vow AUKUS Nuclear-powered Subs Will Be Built Under the fledgling AUKUS deal, the two countries along with the United States have pledged to beef up their military muscle in a bid to counter China's rise.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 22, 2024 David Cameron says Aukus and Nato must be in ‘best possible shape’ ahead of potential Trump win UK’s foreign secretary is in Australia alongside defence secretary Grant Shapps for high-level talks with Richard Marles and Penny Wong
Al Jazeera · Mar 22, 2024 Australia to contribute $3bn for construction of AUKUS submarines Defence Minister Richard Marles says allies working ‘at pace’ to ensure the security deal becomes a reality.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 21, 2024 Israel must allow humanitarian relief to reach Gaza, Australia and UK say in new joint statement – as it happened This blog is now closed