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Dominic Giannini

MYSTERIOUS: Dutton goes on attack after debate with defence boost | Mind Blowing Facts

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has opened up about how the coalition will boost national security. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

The coalition will use higher income taxes to help pay for its pledge to dramatically boost defence spending, but it remains coy on key details like where the money will go.

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton on Wednesday unveiled a long-awaited plan to increase spending on national security, pledging an extra $21 billion over the coming five years.

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