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Experts fear nuclear plants would become war targets

Experts fear nuclear plants would become war targets

If Australia builds nuclear capabilities, the reactors could be vulnerable to missile strikes and sabotage in the event of a war, say former defence chiefs.

Alleged gangland boss gets gun charges against dropped

Alleged gangland boss gets gun charges against dropped

Alleged gangland boss gets gun charges against dropped

Alleged gangland boss gets gun charges against dropped

Victoria Police will pay the court $20,000 after they withdrew four firearm charges against alleged gangland boss Fadi Haddara in a brief hearing.

Gun numbers grow in decades since Port Arthur massacre

Gun numbers grow in decades since Port Arthur massacre

Gun numbers grow in decades since Port Arthur massacre

Gun numbers grow in decades since Port Arthur massacre

Gun ownership has risen significantly over three decades since the Port Arthur massacre with the average holder possessing more than four, a study shows.

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Missile launcher, firearms 'scrap metal', says accused

Missile launcher, firearms 'scrap metal', says accused

A man who was arrested over the theft of a missile launcher and firearms parts believed they were scrap metal, a court has been told.

N.Korea in record test of new ballistic missile

N.Korea in record test of new ballistic missile

North Korea's recent test missile flew higher than any previous launch before slamming into the ocean between Japan and Russia.

Australia moves missile build onshore as supply dries

Australia moves missile build onshore as supply dries

The proliferation of long-range strike missiles and firepower is forcing Australia to respond by bolstering its own stockpiles as concerns persist about supply.

More activists sought over violent anti-war protests

More activists sought over violent anti-war protests

More activists are in the sights of Victoria Police following their involvement in clashes outside a major weapons expo in Melbourne.

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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.

Activists say 'NO' as Vic mulls weapons expo return

Activists say 'NO' as Vic mulls weapons expo return

Activists say 'NO' as Vic mulls weapons expo return

Activists say 'NO' as Vic mulls weapons expo return

Victoria's treasurer has signalled a controversial weapons expo could return to the state despite days of protests some of which which descended into violence.

Protesters return as leaders slam 'disgraceful' actions

Protesters return as leaders slam 'disgraceful' actions

Protesters return as leaders slam 'disgraceful' actions

Protesters return as leaders slam 'disgraceful' actions

Anti-war activists returned to the streets of Melbourne as political leaders slammed their roles in violent scuffles that broke out with police.

Anti-war protesters set to converge on weapons expo

Anti-war protesters set to converge on weapons expo

Anti-war protesters set to converge on weapons expo

Anti-war protesters set to converge on weapons expo

Thousands of anti-war protesters are expected to cause chaos in Melbourne this week as the city braces for its biggest demonstration in more than two decades.

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.

Overhaul for 'antiquated' system as police vests vanish

Overhaul for 'antiquated' system as police vests vanish

Overhaul for 'antiquated' system as police vests vanish

Overhaul for 'antiquated' system as police vests vanish

A modern, electronic way of tracking police equipment, such as service weapons and ballistic vests, is under consideration for Australia's largest police force.

No sign of Romeo as man faces court after property raid

No sign of Romeo as man faces court after property raid

No sign of Romeo as man faces court after property raid

No sign of Romeo as man faces court after property raid

Police have not discovered evidence linking a man arrested after a raid on a rural property to the suspected murder of Adrian Romeo.

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Man shot in 'targeted' attack at regional property

A man has been injured in a suspected targeting shooting after reports of gunfire at a property in regional Victoria.

WA parliament passes nation's toughest gun laws

Amendments to WA's firearm laws have passed the parliament, restricting the number of guns licensees can own and giving police greater powers to seize weapons.

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.

Ukraine can use US, German weapons over Kharkiv border

In a major shift, Germany joins the US in allowing Ukraine to use its supplied weapons to strike back over the border following Russia's onslaught in Kharkiv.

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Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from front lines

Two US officials say Ukraine has sidelined US-provided Abrams M1A1 battle tanks for now in its fight against Russia.

Charges laid over hundreds of weapons bound for gangs

The police seizure of more than 400 banned weapons bound for youth gangs in Melbourne has resulted in more than 140 charges against a shopkeeper.

Protests loom as Australian aid worker shot at in Gaza

Pro-Palestine rallies are set to be held across the nation as it emerged another Australian aid worker has been shot at in Gaza.

Man jailed for firearm offences linked to tobacco wars

A man who stored a handgun in a fridge has been handed a three-month prison term for firearm offences after Victorian tobacco war detectives arrested him.

More than 20 guns, mortar shell uncovered after robbery

Police have found a military mortar shell and dozens of other weapons as part of an investigation into a robbery in Melbourne's southeast.

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.

North Korea fires second ballistic missile, condemns US

South Korean and Japanese officials say North Korea has fired what appears to be a long-range ballistic missile, its second aggression in less than 12 hours.

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