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Huge compliance blitz after worst NSW day

Police will launch a health order enforcement blitz following a decision for NSW to enter a statewide seven-day lockdown in the wake of its worst day of the COVID-19 pandemic to date.

Defence presence grows in COVID enforcement

Australia's military will play an increasing role in the nation's enforcement of COVID-19 restrictions as an extra 500 Australian Defence Force personnel hit NSW streets next week.

Soldiers on patrol as NSW finds 207 new cases

NSW has recorded 207 new local COVID-19 cases as vaccinations remain a focus for authorities trying to forge a path out of lockdown.

Australia considers return to Afghanistan

Australia is considering sending officials back to Afghanistan less than a month after leaving the country.

Canberra veterans can help to shape Royal Commission inquiry into suicide

The Federal Government is about to hold a major investigation into the causes of Defence Force and veteran suicide, and the public can help.

New tests lie ahead for Anzac spirit

With news of the royal commission into veteran suicide still rolling across the airwaves, I found myself last weekend in Bundanoon.

Naval commander recognised for excellence in women’s leadership

In recognition of her leadership in the Royal Australian Navy, Women & Leadership Australia (WLA) has announced Commander Kelly Haywood as the ACT recipient of the 2021 Australian Awards for Excellence in...

RAAF centenary celebrations take flight on the face of a coin

A new 11-piece commemorative coin set for the RAAF centenary features iconic aircraft and the people who keep them in the air.

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