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No easy decision on submarines deal: Richard Marles

A decision on whether Australia would choose US or UK-made nuclear submarines as part of the AUKUS had no "obvious choices", according to the defence minister.

How Assistance Dogs help service members affected by PTSD

You’ll find her in the snow, inside a velodrome, hiking the woods, walking on sand dunes, resting atop a mountain, or on base at the Australian Navy offices in Canberra. She’s even...

Sweden beefs up defence on Baltic island of Gotland

The Swedish island of Gotland is likely to be on the front line of any future confrontation between Russia and Sweden.

Defence Reparation abuse reports still increasing, but clock is ticking

In the past decade, the Australian Defence Force has recognised that it has a long and shameful history of allowing its members, often whilst still children, to be physically and sexually abused.

Department of Veterans’ Affairs failing veterans, secretary admits

The federal Department of Veterans' Affairs is not fit to meet the needs of past and present defence members, the agency's boss says.

To the editor: No one protected ADF members who protect us

This letter writer argues the government, Defence and DVA have known about the abuse, bullying and sexual assaults and so many other criminal acts for decades but have done nothing to protect those who have done so much to protect them.

Former sailor shares story of bullying, abuse at Canberra inquiry

A former sailor who endured years of sexual abuse and harassment, plus bullying by her navy bosses, says she felt so "dehumanised" she was too frightened to seek help, even after attempting suicide.

Defence royal commission in Canberra to hear of family impact

More evidence of lacking support for struggling defence force veterans and their families is due to be presented to a royal commission underway in Canberra.

Defence inquiry continues near military HQ in Canberra

A royal commission into defence and veteran suicide will launch its latest series of hearings in Canberra just a short distance from the Australian War Memorial which pays tribute to military members who have lost their lives.

Hanson: Greens’ plan to halve defence budget must be stopped

Liberal MLA Jeremy Hanson will today call on all parties to oppose the Federal Greens’ plan to cut $300 billion from the defence budget.

Clearer picture for veteran suicides probe

A clearer picture of Australian veteran suicides has emerged ahead of the nation's long-awaited royal commission, with new data confirming ex-servicemen and women face a greater risk.

Defence personnel to help police patrol ACT borders

The Australian Defence Force has been called in to stop people entering or leaving the ACT without a valid permit, to halt COVID-19.

AUKUS: The best thing to happen to the ADF since 1911

Bill Stefaniak argues the establishment of AUKUS is the best thing to happen to the ADF since the formation of the Royal Australian Navy in 1911.

ADF border patrols set for ACT lockdown

Australian Defence Force troops will help patrol the ACT border in coming days in an attempt to stop people illegally coming into Canberra from NSW.

Retired soldiers helping with crop harvest

Retired soldiers are swapping their fatigues for farm gear and volunteering to help Australian growers hamstrung by labour shortages.

RAAF crews deliver essential Antarctic supplies

Critical supplies have been delivered by RAAF crews to Australia's expeditioners at the remote Mawson research station in Antarctica.

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