An Australian Army combat engineer from Townsville demonstrates specialised rescue techniques during his first overseas deployment in the Pacific. Read about the high-stakes training.
ACT Police arrested a 39-year-old man at a Canberra shopping centre and seized a loaded 3D-printed firearm from his home. Read the full details of the Boxing Day incident.
Exclusive: Defence officials secretly considered a European alternative to the highly-touted Henderson shipyard in WA, raising doubts about its future and the promised jobs boom. Read the full investigation.
Security expert Clive Williams argues the Bondi Archer Park massacre reveals a structural gap in handling sociologically motivated violence, not an ASIO failure. Discover the real solutions.
A Japanese company central to Australia's $10 billion Hunter-class frigate program is embroiled in a major fraud scandal. Get the full details on the investigation and its potential impact on the critical defence project.
Federal MP Phillip Thompson demands urgent briefing from intelligence chiefs following the Bondi Junction stabbing attack, raising serious questions about national security oversight.
Australian Defence Force personnel from Townsville's Lavarack Barracks faced court for serious offences including assault and dangerous driving in 2025. Read the full report.
A major national security review is underway following the Bondi terror attack. Authorities are assessing the threat landscape and community safety measures. Read the latest updates.
A Perth man has been hit with four additional terrorism charges as part of an ongoing investigation. Read the latest on the case and the police response.
A former top US intelligence officer says Australian agencies failed to share critical clues before the Bondi massacre. Could better intel sharing have prevented the tragedy? Read the full analysis.
Australian shipbuilder Austal secures a massive $1.03 billion contract to build landing craft for the Army in Henderson, WA, boosting local manufacturing and jobs. Read the full story.
Counter-terrorism expert Greg Barton outlines critical behavioural changes that can signal radicalisation, urging Australians to speak up if they see something concerning.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has pledged a decision by Christmas on Hanwha's bid for a 19.9% stake in Austal. The move, under FIRB scrutiny, could reshape Australia's naval shipbuilding landscape.
Lieutenant General Scott Winter of the Australian Army has been appointed Deputy Commander of the United Nations Command. This key role strengthens Australia's commitment to global security.
Australia pledges $95M in military aid for Ukraine as failed US peace talks reveal Putin's true aim: capitulation. The West must stand firm or risk global instability.
The Pentagon's review has endorsed the AUKUS pact, removing a key uncertainty for Australia. This strategic move comes as regional volatility, including China's assertiveness and India's Russia ties, intensifies.
Vice Admiral Jonathan Earley takes command of Australia's submarine force, overseeing the transition to nuclear-powered vessels. Read about his vision for the future of Australian naval defence.
Australia's Defence Department and WA Police have ceased using Pioneer Computers, a drone supplier with Chinese links. The move follows security concerns over data collection. Read the full story.
A 21-year-old Perth man faces court charged with possessing violent extremist material following a joint counter-terrorism investigation. He was also accused of breaching bail. Read the latest details.
Security concerns raised in Federal Parliament over a Sydney firm supplying drones to WA Police, as its CEO is identified as a member of a Beijing-linked United Front organisation. Read the full details.
Defence Force Chief David Johnston confirms plans to cut senior officer numbers, admitting the military is 'too top-heavy'. Get the latest on the ADF restructure and potential impacts.
The Australian Defence Department has confirmed US submarines visiting Western Australia could be armed with nuclear weapons, sparking debate over transparency and treaty obligations. Read the full story.
The $2.1 billion 'The Oasis' defence project in Townsville has been scrapped after labour costs ballooned by 275%. The federal government has terminated the contract with BESIX Watpac.
The Australian Government announces a sweeping defence overhaul to streamline spending and enhance military capability. Discover the key reforms and their impact on national security.
Activists in Newcastle launch a week of action, opposing the region's pivot from coal to a defence manufacturing hub, including a new $850m missile factory. Read the full story.
Acting PM Richard Marles announces a new Defence Delivery Agency to manage major projects and curb cost blowouts, but declines to rule out future redundancies. Read the details of the major restructure.
Veterans' Affairs Minister Matt Keogh announces a major push for cultural change and cutting-edge treatments to sustain the wellbeing of Australia's ex-service personnel. Learn about the new strategy.
A major editorial calls for Australia's defence leadership shake-up to result in tangible improvements. Read the analysis on what this means for national security.
The Albanese government launches Australia's largest defence restructure in decades, creating a new agency to manage major projects and prevent budget blowouts.
Group Captain Darren Clare concludes his tenure as RAAF Base Townsville commander after three transformative years. Discover his legacy and future plans.