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defence July 4, 2020
Cold War: ‘Grey zone’ to define relations with China
A strategic defence update highlights ‘coercive tactics’ that skirt the threshold of armed conflict but justify a huge weapons build-up by Australia.
defence April 18, 2020
Tasmanian hospitals caught in coronavirus storm
While rumours swirl over how the North West Regional and Private hospitals became the epicentre of Tasmania’s Covid-19 battle, evidence has emerged of a severe shortage of personal protective equipment and encouragement of dubious practices throughout the state.
defence March 21, 2020
Defence braces for SAS murder charges
An inspector-general’s report, expected in the coming months, will likely recommend the prosecution of special forces soldiers over Afghan civilian killings.
defence January 25, 2020
Close ties between government and military industries
In Australia’s quest to become one of the world’s leading weapons exporters, the line between government and industry is becoming increasingly blurred.
defence December 21, 2019
New information confirms mistakes were made in the lead-up to the suicide bomb attack that left David Savage severely injured, but questions remain about who should take responsibility.
defence December 7, 2019
AusAID bomb victim’s treatment ‘a disgrace’
After seven years, David Savage finally received compensation for injuries sustained in Afghanistan. Defence dismissed a video of his attack as not relevant, but used it for training.
defence November 9, 2019
ASIO officers broke law on warrant
The agency’s watchdog, tasked with unravelling the breach, has echoed growing concern about flawed and confusing new anti-terror laws.
defence August 31, 2019
In a new book, veteran journalist Brian Toohey argues that covert CIA operatives have worked in Australia for decades, something the government has long denied.
defence July 27, 2019
Home Affairs pushes for cyber spy powers
A new proposal would give the Australian Signals Directorate access to the IT systems of Australian companies, but the agency didn’t ask for these powers.
defence July 6, 2019
The major consultancies are not just a preferred employer for former ministers – they have helped privatise the bureaucracy by stealth.
immigration June 8, 2019
As Sino–American relations further fracture, Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s visit to the Solomon Islands exemplifies Australia’s commitment to strengthening Pacific bonds and pushing back against Chinese influence in the region.
