DARK SECRETS: Aukus - The Real Truth

Are Australians really overtaxed? It depends what you think government should do

When the federal government released its final budget figures for 2025–26 this week, it prompted a flurry of front-page articles in the conservative press arguing for lower taxes.

The Conversation · Oct 1

Newcastle MP deflects nuclear submarine concern, while Wollongong MP comes out swinging

Newcastle MP Tim Crakanthorp plays down concerns about nuclear subs base.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 1

Warnings international forum all at sea on security

One of the world's most important organisations lacks the chops to deal with security threats in a region full of potential flashpoints, a report has found.

AAP · Sep 30

Swimmer dies after shark attack at Perth beach – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Sep 17

Australia’s ‘barking mad’ bet on nuclear submarines – the AUKUS deal five years on

When the trilateral security partnership between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia was announced in 2021, few were as bewildered as defence and security analyst Hugh White.

The Conversation · Sep 17

Five years into AUKUS, what do we have to show for it? We’ve measured progress on three key metrics

This week marks five years since US President Joe Biden, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced AUKUS, a trilateral security partnership composed of two parts: Pillar I, the nuclear-powered submarine program, and Pillar II, a collaboration on advanced defence capabilities.

The Conversation · Sep 14

Stormy seas yet to water down AUKUS as landmark looms

Governments are working hard to keep a controversial landmark security deal between Australia, the US and the UK afloat as it reaches its fifth anniversary.

AAP · Sep 11

When $5.5 billion nuclear-powered US aircraft carrier was ‘sunk’ by $850 million Australian diesel submarine after it slipped past its defenses

The Australian submarine HMAS Waller marked a significant achievement, simulating a successful attack on a US carrier group and showcasing the effectiveness of conventional submarines against well-armed fleets. Although there were initial setbacks, Australia intends to maintain the Collins-class submarines until the late 2030s while moving toward nuclear options, underscoring…

The Economic Times · Sep 11

'An affront to democracy': Paterson slams attempt to ban estimates clips on social media

'Proceedings of the parliament are public - for good reason.'

The Canberra Times · Sep 8

Australia and US should 'match' defence capabilities

Defence Minister Richard Marles has met with senior officials from the Trump administration, as Australia is told its capabilities should "match" the US.

AAP · Sep 3