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Dutton says reports of WA boat arrival ‘disturbing’; Barnaby Joyce denies drinking problem – as it happened

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Loyal defence 'wingman' drones get extra $399 million

Federal spending on the Australian Defence Force's Ghost Bat combat drone program now totals almost $1 billion.

AAP

PNG rules out China pact as PM arrives in Australia

Papua New Guinea has hosed down suggestions it will enter a policing pact in China as the nation's prime minister prepares to address Australia's parliament.

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Mayor issues flood warning – as it happened

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Australia boosts Timor police as minister tours Pacific

Pacific Minister Pat Conroy has announced millions for police and worker co-operation as Australia works to boost diplomatic ties in the region.

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Nauru cutting Taiwan ties 'doesn't shift power balance'

Nauru has become the first nation to break diplomatic ties with Taiwan and recognise the Chinese government in Beijing following the election in Taipei.

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Australia to manufacture missiles from next year

Australia will start domestic guided weapons manufacturing from next year after the Albanese government signed a multi-million dollar contract.

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What gifts did your MP get this year?

Dan Repacholi could be the most popular politician in the country if his register of interests is anything to go off.

Newcastle Herald

Time critical: Williamtown base gets $110m for F-35 fleet expansion

Planning documents convey a sense of urgency, saying the project is "time-critical" and would "directly contribute to the defence of Australia".

Newcastle Herald

The bulk-billing urgent care clinics now open in Hunter-Central Coast area

Clinics aimed at making it easier for people to see a doctor.

Newcastle Herald

How much did your MP spend in just three months?

The region's federal politicians were among the parliament's top 50 spenders over a three-month period.

Newcastle Herald

US Congress passes bill allowing sale of Aukus nuclear submarines to Australia

Legislation covering a wide range of military issues clears the way for Virginia class vessels to bolster Pacific defence

The Guardian - AU

Australia confident subs deal would survive under Trump

A nuclear submarine deal with America and the United Kingdom is critical to Australia's national interests, the defence industry minister says.

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Army landing craft to be constructed by WA shipbuilder

New army landing craft and two navy patrol boats will be built by a Western Australian shipbuilder, as a major review called for the military to be reoriented.

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Fiji PM welcomes visa green light, Bushmaster pledge

Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has attended a demonstration of Bushmaster vehicles that will be supplied to the Pacific nation under a renewed partnership.

Newcastle Herald

Bulk-billing Medicare clinics to open

'Healthcare is their number one concern.'

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Air and sea boost in government's defence sights

The federal government is seeking to bolster the workforce ahead of acquiring nuclear-powered submarines, while also improving air surveillance.

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Australia to upgrade maritime surveillance fleet in $965m deal

Government to acquire new Triton drone and improve fleet of 14 Poseidon aircraft amid renewed focus on northern bases.

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Sixty new defence industry jobs at Williamtown

The project puts the Hunter at the heart of Australia's defence industry.

The Guardian - AU

Australia tells big development banks to ‘lift their game’ in the Pacific

There are concerns the World Bank and ADB are giving contracts to low-price bidders who then demand more when budgets blow out

Newcastle Herald

University celebrates its 'real world impact' on Pacific Island communities

'It's collaboration for meaningful impact.'

The Guardian - AU

Child detention changes described as state’s ‘darkest hours’ – as it happened

Government’s steadfast defence of new laws continues to draw harsh criticism from the opposition

Newcastle Herald

What the Hunter's role is in building a 'more secure Australia'

The Hunter Defence Conference heard why the region was so important.

The Conversation

View from The Hill: Labor conference gives Albanese a firm ‘yes’ on AUKUS

Predictably, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese got his way on AUKUS at Labor’s national conference on Friday.

The Guardian - AU

Labor thrashes out Aukus position at party conference amid dissent from MP and unions

Heckling, outrage and claims of ‘appeasement’ as stage-managed debate at ALP event gives way to genuine disagreement

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