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Safety test found upgrade used in crash 'unacceptable'

Safety test found upgrade used in crash 'unacceptable'

A safety evaluation of a software upgrade used by military pilots in a helicopter crash that killed four servicemen found it posed a risk.

South Korea a crucial regional partner: Albanese

South Korea a crucial regional partner: Albanese

South Korea a crucial regional partner: Albanese

South Korea a crucial regional partner: Albanese

The prime minister has briefly met with top South Korean ministers ahead of a two-on-two meeting between defence and foreign ministers.

Russia urges action to counter US-led influence in Asia

Russia urges action to counter US-led influence in Asia

Russia urges action to counter US-led influence in Asia

Russia urges action to counter US-led influence in Asia

Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu says Russia should step up military exercises in Asia as the US seeks to extend its influence with AUKUS and the Quad.

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Nation commemorates Anzac Day to remember the fallen

Nation commemorates Anzac Day to remember the fallen

Veterans, defence personnel and their families proudly displayed service medals on marches in honour of those who died or were injured defending Australia.

Queenslanders gather in their thousands for Anzac Day

Queenslanders gather in their thousands for Anzac Day

Large crowds have gathered for dawn services in Queensland and at the annual Brisbane parade to honour former and current defence force personnel on Anzac Day.

Solemn dawn before thousands march through Sydney

Solemn dawn before thousands march through Sydney

From silence at dawn to reverent crowds and boisterous behaviour around betting circles, Anzac Day has been marked in many places and many ways across NSW.

Next generation air, missile shield enters next phase

Next generation air, missile shield enters next phase

An air and missile shield capable of shooting down threats will enter its next phase, with the project expected to support hundreds of defence industry jobs.

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UK on 'war footing', gives Ukraine $A1b in military aid

UK on 'war footing', gives Ukraine $A1b in military aid

UK on 'war footing', gives Ukraine $A1b in military aid

UK on 'war footing', gives Ukraine $A1b in military aid

The UK's prime minister says it is time to "re-arm", announcing defence spending will increase to 2.5 per cent of GDP and promising Ukraine $A1b military aid.

Bob Carr slams AUKUS in warning to New Zealand

Bob Carr slams AUKUS in warning to New Zealand

Bob Carr slams AUKUS in warning to New Zealand

Bob Carr slams AUKUS in warning to New Zealand

New Zealand should not align with AUKUS, Australia's former foreign minister Bob Carr says, so long as the US pursues a "primacy"-based foreign policy.

Defence scores $50b funding boost as jets plan grounded

Defence scores $50b funding boost as jets plan grounded

Defence scores $50b funding boost as jets plan grounded

Defence scores $50b funding boost as jets plan grounded

Australia will increase defence spending over the next decade to meet new threats but some programmes have been torpedoed.

Australia to join missile pact with US and Japan

Australia to join missile pact with US and Japan

Australia to join missile pact with US and Japan

Australia to join missile pact with US and Japan

Anthony Albanese says the trilateral agreement would yield closer defence ties.

Now is the time to be ready for war, Kim tells N Korea

Now is the time to be ready for war, Kim tells N Korea

Now is the time to be ready for war, Kim tells N Korea

Now is the time to be ready for war, Kim tells N Korea

North Korea will deal a "a death blow" to any enemy if they opt for military confrontation, leader Kim Jong-un says.

US comments on AUKUS are 'very dangerous': China

US comments on AUKUS are 'very dangerous': China

US comments on AUKUS are 'very dangerous': China

US comments on AUKUS are 'very dangerous': China

China's Taiwan Affairs Office has delivered a warning to the US over remarks made about the AUKUS submarine project.

Gaza divisions hurt Australia's soft power: minister

Gaza divisions hurt Australia's soft power: minister

Gaza divisions hurt Australia's soft power: minister

Gaza divisions hurt Australia's soft power: minister

Division over violence in Gaza could challenge Australia's power as a multicultural nation, an assistant minister has warned.

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US Admiral backs Japan as AUKUS tech partner

The head of the US military in the Indo-Pacific says he's supportive of tech being shared with Japan as the AUKUS nations consider opening up advanced projects.

Security establishment frets over attracting youth

Almost every national security challenge Australia faces is tied to technology and the home affairs minister warns AI could further transform this environment.

Ex-Navy man takes the helm in defence force shake-up

Australia’s next chief of the defence force will be the first from the Navy in more than two decades, as the military prepares for the AUKUS alliance.

Helen Clark warns New Zealand off ANZUS return

New Zealand leaders need to "keep their nerve" and not fall under Washington DC's influence according to Helen Clark, who senses a major foreign policy shift.

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Japan partnership an 'evolution' of AUKUS: PM

As AUKUS partners plan to work with Japan on technology sharing, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the security pact will not grow to four countries.

Whistleblower speaks out about defence housing project

A whistleblower has accused Defence Housing Australia of breaching the conditions of a planning permit in an environmentally sensitive area, which it denies.

Ministers mark 75 years of NATO, agree on Ukraine aid

NATO ministers have agreed to start planning for a bigger role in getting military aid to Ukraine as they commemorated 75 years of the trans-Atlantic alliance.

'Tough, necessary' defence cuts to refocus Pacific plan

Military projects are set to be slashed as the Albanese government reframes its defence strategy around challenges in the Indo-Pacific.

Rich deal to send Aussie armoured vehicles to Germany

A $1 billion defence deal with Germany is expected to create hundreds of Aussie jobs, with Anthony Albanese touring a military manufacturer to spruik the pact.

Minister sinks talk of Trump torpedo for nuclear subs

Cold water has been poured on claims a Donald Trump presidency would threaten Australia's acquisition of nuclear powered submarines.

Tougher restrictions for military secret sharing pass

Defence personnel privy to secrets and companies working with third countries will face stricter regulations under new laws aiming to bolster national security.

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