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Fiji PM orders removal of Chinese police officers

Fiji PM orders removal of Chinese police officers

Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he has ordered the repatriation of Chinese police officers.

Minister sinks talk of Trump torpedo for nuclear subs

Minister sinks talk of Trump torpedo for nuclear subs

Minister sinks talk of Trump torpedo for nuclear subs

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

Tougher restrictions for military secret sharing pass

Tougher restrictions for military secret sharing pass

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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Spies targeting journalists, intelligence chief warns

Spies targeting journalists, intelligence chief warns

Giving journalists greater carve-outs in secrecy laws regarding the disclosure of secret information could threaten national security, the spy chief warns.

Australia gives UK $4.6b to boost AUKUS subs build

Australia gives UK $4.6b to boost AUKUS subs build

Australia is one step closer to attaining its nuclear-powered submarines, after announcing UK defence firm BAE Systems will build its AUKUS fleet in Adelaide.

Australia pads UK defence ties, joins drone alliance

Australia pads UK defence ties, joins drone alliance

Australian and UK defence forces will be able to co-operate in each other's countries seamlessly under a new pact while also upgrading collaboration on drones.

Former Kiribati leader rejects Chinese police on island

Former Kiribati leader rejects Chinese police on island

Former Kiribati president Anote Tong questioned his government's decision to allow uniformed Chinese police to help with law enforcement in the atoll nation.

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Crackdown on loose-lipped ex-soldiers to boost security

Crackdown on loose-lipped ex-soldiers to boost security

Crackdown on loose-lipped ex-soldiers to boost security

Crackdown on loose-lipped ex-soldiers to boost security

Tougher requirements for former defence personnel to prevent secrets leaking and more stringent trade controls are being pushed to bolster national security.

Australia faces subs challenge in US, nuclear at home

Australia faces subs challenge in US, nuclear at home

Australia faces subs challenge in US, nuclear at home

Australia faces subs challenge in US, nuclear at home

Australia is contending with a backed up US production line for its nuclear-powered submarine while the government works to put in place safeguards at home.

Fear spy crackdown will create uni research brain drain

Fear spy crackdown will create uni research brain drain

Fear spy crackdown will create uni research brain drain

Fear spy crackdown will create uni research brain drain

National security legislation designed to crack down on secrets leaking could lead to the unintended consequence of scaring the world's brightest minds away.

Ukrainian-Australians call for support as aid dwindles

Ukrainian-Australians call for support as aid dwindles

Ukrainian-Australians call for support as aid dwindles

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.

Planes, guided missiles priority in defence blueprint

Planes, guided missiles priority in defence blueprint

Planes, guided missiles priority in defence blueprint

Planes, guided missiles priority in defence blueprint

A new blueprint for Australia's defence industry has outlined seven priority areas in order to help the nation stand on its own two feet.

Spy ring that recruited former politician uncovered

Spy ring that recruited former politician uncovered

Spy ring that recruited former politician uncovered

Spy ring that recruited former politician uncovered

A spy ring specifically targeted politicians, academics and students while others had tried to hurt dissidents in Australia, the nation's top spy has revealed.

Australia's defence decisions have been 'difficult'

Australia's defence decisions have been 'difficult'

Australia's defence decisions have been 'difficult'

Australia's defence decisions have been 'difficult'

Australia has had to make "difficult" decisions about the future of the defence force as the government considers further policy changes in the coming months.

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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.

Australia offers aid after 'disturbing' massacre in PNG

Australia has offered Papua New Guinea assistance after the "disturbing" massacre of dozens of people in the nation's highlands.

War of words erupts over border security regime

The prime minister has accused the opposition of undermining Australia’s border protection regime after the arrival of an asylum seeker boat in WA.

Defence understaffed and sliding further backwards

The Australian Defence Force is thousands of people short of its employment targets and the problem is only getting worse.

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Tables turn on coalition over Red Sea military requests

Australia's refusal of a US request for military assistance in the Red Sea has faced sustained criticism but the Morrison government made a similar call.

Australia will issue rules for 'risky' solar inverters

Australian government officials have confirmed they are developing guidelines for solar equipment after warnings about potential security vulnerabilities.

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.

Defence robotic vehicles tested in joint AUKUS trial

Australian scientists have joined their US and UK counterparts in testing robotic vehicles, amid warnings the AUKUS pact must deliver if it is to succeed.

PNG asks Australia for helicopter after deadly unrest

Australia's government remains in constant communication with Papua New Guinea and has received requests for assistance after deadly rioting and civil unrest.

Revealed: why judge denied federal bid for secret trial

The reasons a judge ordered a national security case could be heard in open court have finally been made public after more than two years.

Hi-tech guns for frigates to give navy edge at sea

Australia's Hunter class frigates will pack more firepower with the navy to spend $380 million on new weaponry.

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