Foreword The Government’s firm commitment to the Australian people remains that we will keep our nation safe and protect our way of life for future generations. It is clear, however, that Australia’s strategic environment has deteriorated more rapidly than anticipated when we made this commitment in the 2016 Defence White Paper. This deterioration means that […]

The history and traditions of our services and how they should be recognised belong to all who served, not just a biased, elite few at the top.In 2020 there is unrest in former military ranks, which manifests itself via social media. Combat-experienced veterans have no hesitation expressing themselves about those who threaten the fabric of […]

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The sleeping dragon which our forefathers warned us about, is now wide awake, hungry and clearly on the prowl. To discourage its appetite, Canberra recently announced its intention to enhance our defence capability with more space age weaponry. Unfortunately, such measures do not counter a large Trojan horse already in our own backyard which threatens […]

On 15 August we will pause to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, Victory in Pacific Day, ending a war that cost millions of lives across the world. More than one million Australian men and women fought to protect our country and our allies, fighting in theatres of war […]

SUPPORT for veteran health and wellbeing has been strengthened with the introduction of a free online suicide prevention training program, delivered in partnership with Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling and the Returned and Services League of Australia. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Darren Chester said Suicide Prevention Start is available to anyone who has […]

In past weeks we have seen demonstrations cleverly orchestrated by a small trained army of agitators. Clearly there is a rule for the mob to do as they want, and another for law abiding citizens to comply with or be punished.  Our proud history is being distorted and vilified by ignorance and spite without even […]

Exclusive policy analysis from across Defence and National Security           Op-Ed: Amid the crisis, comes opportunity   As the world comes to grips with the economic, political and strategic impact of COVID-19, the opportunities it presents Australia’s sovereign defence industry are too big to be ignored, explains Defence Industry Minister Melissa […]

VETERANS and their families are being asked to provide their views on how the ex-service community is consulted and engaged, and how this can be improved. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Darren Chester said the views of the serving and ex-service community are essential as the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) continues to change and to […]

TOMORROW the nation marks Reserve Forces Day, and all Australians are encouraged to recognise the vital role of our Navy, Army and Air Force Reservists in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Minister for Defence Personnel Darren Chester said it is important to acknowledge and thank all who have served, and […]