What we learned: Tuesday, 12 September
That’s it for today, thanks for reading. Here are today’s main headlines:
The no campaign and the Coalition have been accused of lies and misinformation regarding the Indigenous voice to parliament, with Anthony Albanese saying the campaign is “promoting fear” and Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young saying Peter Dutton and Pauline Hanson are using “Trumpian” tactics.
Coalition MP Karen Andrews says she was subjected to harassment in parliament.
Victoria will fund a $230m increase to teacher funding including paying off Hecs debts for student teachers.
Business conditions improved in August, adding to proof of economy’s resilience, according to NAB.
And a South Australian-based developer collapsed, placing 200 homes at risk.
We will see you back here for more news tomorrow.
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Defence minister flags requirement for ex-defence staff to get approval from government for foreign employment
Following on from the earlier post regarding espionage, this is somewhat relevant: AAP reports that some former defence force personnel will soon need to get the green light from the government if they intend to work for a foreign military, government or government entity.
The defence minister, Richard Marles, will introduce the amendments to national security laws to parliament on Thursday.
The safeguarding Australia’s military secrets bill is in response to allegations China tried to poach Western pilots.
Marles ordered a review of the allegations and while specific recommendations remain classified, it suggested extra legislation.
The laws will require some former members of the Australian defence force and public service to obtain authorisation from the government before working for certain foreign entities or militaries.
The amendments will put in place additional penalties for those who disclose sensitive or classified national security information to foreign militaries of concern.
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