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Energy plan to protect Aussie war-fighting capabilities

Energy plan to protect Aussie war-fighting capabilities

"Practical and sensible" action on climate change is part of the military's mission under new plans for phasing in alternative energy use and sovereign sources.

Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call

Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call

Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call

Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has condemned the number of civilian deaths in Gaza and backed an American ultimatum to Israel to force an rise in the flow of aid.

Exodus risks army aviation future, crash inquiry told

Exodus risks army aviation future, crash inquiry told

Exodus risks army aviation future, crash inquiry told

Exodus risks army aviation future, crash inquiry told

Junior army personnel were being promoted prematurely because of an exodus of experience, a corporal has told an inquiry into a fatal helicopter crash.

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Israel eyes military, energy sites in Iran: US report

Israel eyes military, energy sites in Iran: US report

US officials believe Israel has narrowed down targets in Iran as it battles Iran-backed groups Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza amid fears of a wider war.

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.

Defence scientists ready for China's 'grey' warfighting

Defence scientists ready for China's 'grey' warfighting

Defence science is proving crucial as smaller powers stand up to China and Russia but can also be used to deter war in an increasingly uncertain future.

International war games near Darwin set sail

International war games near Darwin set sail

The Royal Australian Navy's largest maritime drills, Exercise Kakadu, are taking place with a host of international battleships deploying to the Arafura Sea.

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Fatigue, workload fuelled fears of 'catastrophic' crash

Fatigue, workload fuelled fears of 'catastrophic' crash

Fatigue, workload fuelled fears of 'catastrophic' crash

Fatigue, workload fuelled fears of 'catastrophic' crash

A probe into an ill-fated MRH-90 Taipan helicopter crash has been told a pilot shared concerns that fatigue and workload would lead to a catastrophic incident.

Night vision tech causes pilot fatigue, inquiry told

Night vision tech causes pilot fatigue, inquiry told

Night vision tech causes pilot fatigue, inquiry told

Night vision tech causes pilot fatigue, inquiry told

A probe into an ill-fated MRH-90 Taipan helicopter crash has been told night vision helmets the pilots were wearing were known to cause fatigue.

ADF pilots in denial about 'extreme' fatigue: expert

ADF pilots in denial about 'extreme' fatigue: expert

ADF pilots in denial about 'extreme' fatigue: expert

ADF pilots in denial about 'extreme' fatigue: expert

Self-reporting of fatigue is not as common as needed in defence settings, with younger pilots sometimes unwilling to acknowledge fatigue, an inquiry has heard.

No 'free lunch' for Australia if Trump gets back in

No 'free lunch' for Australia if Trump gets back in

No 'free lunch' for Australia if Trump gets back in

No 'free lunch' for Australia if Trump gets back in

Australia will be expected to spend more on defence and won't get a "free lunch" should Donald Trump win office, an opposition MP and former soldier says.

Zelenskiy urges long-range weapons after Kyiv attack

Zelenskiy urges long-range weapons after Kyiv attack

Zelenskiy urges long-range weapons after Kyiv attack

Zelenskiy urges long-range weapons after Kyiv attack

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says its necessary to destroy Russian bombers at their air bases to protect Ukraine from air raids.

Australia munitions aid 'won't be the last' for Ukraine

Australia munitions aid 'won't be the last' for Ukraine

Australia munitions aid 'won't be the last' for Ukraine

Australia munitions aid 'won't be the last' for Ukraine

Air defence and other munitions won't be the last support Australia pledges to Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression, the government says.

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.

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US to announce $2.3b arms package for Ukraine: Pentagon

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin says the latest weapons package for Ukraine would include arms such as anti-tank weapons and air defence interceptors.

Flight path changed before army chopper tragedy

Grieving family members have tearfully given evidence at an inquiry into a helicopter crash that killed four servicemen off the north Queensland coast.

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.

Australia gives $100m to Ukraine during minister's trip

Air defence systems, unmanned drones and equipment such as helmets and boots will be provided to Ukraine as part of a new $100 million Australian aid package.

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Three Black Hawk army helicopters to arrive early

Black Hawk helicopters from the United States have been expedited after the early grounding of the Taipan fleet left a hole in the army's capability.

ADF joins US, Japan military exercise for first time

Military co-operation between Australia, the United States and Japan has been bolstered by defence force personnel joining Exercise Keen Edge in the Pacific.

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.

Russia likely targeted nuclear plant, says Zelenskiy

Falling debris from an intercepted Russian drone injured 20 people in the Khmelnytskyi region of western Ukraine.

At least 10 killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine

A general in charge of Ukraine's operations in the south says troops are proceeding with their planned advance towards the Sea of Azov.

Trump denies telling Aussie billionaire sub secrets

Donald Trump says allegations he disclosed confidential information about US submarines to Australian billionaire Anthony Pratt are "false and ridiculous".

Taipan military helicopters permanently grounded

Taipan helicopters will be withdrawn from use by the army more than a year early in the wake of a fatal crash during military exercises off Queensland.

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