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Tired helicopter crews 'didn't want' to let team down

Tired helicopter crews 'didn't want' to let team down

A probe into a fatal Taipan army helicopter crash has been told aircrew didn't want to let their team down by pulling out of exercises when tired.

Australia considers 'AUKUS visa' to help submarine deal

Australia considers 'AUKUS visa' to help submarine deal

Australia considers 'AUKUS visa' to help submarine deal

Australia considers 'AUKUS visa' to help submarine deal

US ambassador Caroline Kennedy has flagged an 'AUKUS visa' to move skilled workers between countries and help with the delivery of nuclear-powered subs.

US flags extra military assistance to Ukraine

US flags extra military assistance to Ukraine

US flags extra military assistance to Ukraine

US flags extra military assistance to Ukraine

The Pentagon says it is sending an additional $425 million ($A648 million) in military assistance to Ukraine.

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Black Hawks swoop in show of new aerial capability

Black Hawks swoop in show of new aerial capability

A dozen of Australia's new Black Hawk helicopters will be ready for use by the end of the year in what's being hailed as a major defence force upgrade.

Australia lands $7b deal for missile and air defence

Australia lands $7b deal for missile and air defence

Australia has struck a new agreement with the US to bolster its air and missile defences, as tensions rise in the Indo-Pacific.

Ukrainian president thanks Australia for tanks donation

Ukrainian president thanks Australia for tanks donation

Australia will gift 49 tanks to Ukraine's armed forces in its latest assistance against Russia's invasion, after denying a similar request for helicopters.

Billions poured into defence precinct, creating jobs

Billions poured into defence precinct, creating jobs

Billions of dollars will be poured into a new defence precinct in WA, which is being touted as a rival to the mining industry for jobs and economic growth.

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US approves possible sale of missiles to Australia

US approves possible sale of missiles to Australia

US approves possible sale of missiles to Australia

US approves possible sale of missiles to Australia

The US Pentagon has approved the possible sale of up to 100 advanced anti-radiation guided missiles to Australia with an estimated price of $579 million.

Entry-level workers set to support AUKUS submarines

Entry-level workers set to support AUKUS submarines

Entry-level workers set to support AUKUS submarines

Entry-level workers set to support AUKUS submarines

West Australia's submarine workforce will get a boost as the government hires 200 entry-level workers to help maintain the coming nuclear crafts.

Pilot's funeral date would 'dishonour' family: inquiry

Pilot's funeral date would 'dishonour' family: inquiry

Pilot's funeral date would 'dishonour' family: inquiry

Pilot's funeral date would 'dishonour' family: inquiry

A chaplain advised the widow of a pilot killed in an army helicopter crash the funeral date she picked would "dishonour" the family, an inquiry has been told.

Advanced 'ship killer' missile gets Navy's green tick

Advanced 'ship killer' missile gets Navy's green tick

Advanced 'ship killer' missile gets Navy's green tick

Advanced 'ship killer' missile gets Navy's green tick

The Australian Navy has tested a new anti-ship missile for the first time, taking out an old US navy ship in Hawaii.

Ukrainians urge Australian aid as war boosts exports

Ukrainians urge Australian aid as war boosts exports

Ukrainians urge Australian aid as war boosts exports

Ukrainians urge Australian aid as war boosts exports

The Ukrainian community is calling for more military aid to help their nation fight off Russia's invasion, saying Australia can afford to be more generous.

Top secret 'cloud' service to bolster Australian spies

Top secret 'cloud' service to bolster Australian spies

Top secret 'cloud' service to bolster Australian spies

Top secret 'cloud' service to bolster Australian spies

Australia's intelligence agencies will have access to a highly sophisticated "cloud" service to bank top secret information and work more closely with the US.

Aussie sailors sub off US repair ship for home visit

Aussie sailors sub off US repair ship for home visit

Aussie sailors sub off US repair ship for home visit

Aussie sailors sub off US repair ship for home visit

Australian sailors learning trade secrets onboard a "floating submarine base" coasted into Sydney Harbour on a US ship, developing the AUKUS defence pact.

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MP urges more nuclear subs in 'battle for Australia'

As China's military activity in the Pacific ramps up, an MP is calling for more nuclear submarines, saying it could be the difference in a battle for Australia.

High workload worry before chopper crash, inquiry told

Pilots were concerned about taking on multiple roles leading to fatigue and distraction before a fatal army helicopter crash, an inquiry has been told.

Engine failure risk warning before fatal chopper crash

Air crew were warned of the risk of engine failure ahead of a fatal army helicopter crash off the Queensland coast, an inquiry has been told.

ADF culture may put women off, defence chief admits

Chief of the Defence Force General Angus Campbell says defence culture might deter female applicants from joining, amongst other factors.

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Defective shaft keeps new navy supply ship out of water

A crooked shaft has kept a military supply ship out of action for about a year as Australia's navy and the vessel's builder work on repairs.

Brassed off: Defence under fire over lack of recruits

Defence officials have been asked if they intend to scare off Australia's enemies with fancy uniforms after their alleged failure to expand the military.

Pilot warns 'someone is going to die' before crash

A decorated army pilot killed in a helicopter crash along with three others sounded the alarm on the aircraft's risks months beforehand, an inquiry was told.

Senior US diplomat links AUKUS submarine pact to Taiwan

US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell has linked the AUKUS submarine project to growing tensions over Taiwan during a speech to a US think tank.

Ukrainian-Australians call for support as aid dwindles

Australia needs to increase support for Ukraine because it will boost international security as well as the local defence industry, a public hearing has heard.

Navy to be 'most lethal' in history after huge overhaul

An overhaul of the navy's combat fleet will make it the most lethal in history, its chief says, but concerns remain about its capability in the short term.

Grounded Taipan helicopters 'not suitable' for Ukraine

Problems with the Taipan helicopters' reliability and cost mean they are not suitable for what Ukraine wanted them for, the defence department says.

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