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Veterans up for payout over abuse in the ADF

Veterans could receive payouts of up to $50,000 for the abuse they endured in the military after the Defence Force Ombudsman backflipped on past decisions.

AAP

Defence force failed to replace Taipan helicopter engine blades prior to Jervis Bay crash despite advice

Redacted report tabled in Senate reveals findings of investigation into March 2023 MRH-90 incident, while questions over later crash continue

The Guardian - AU

'Veterans will die' without suicide inquiry response

Veterans have been calling for a key recommendation by a royal commission to be implemented urgently, warning more suicides will occur.

AAP

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By stripping military medals only so far up the chain of command, Richard Marles has reopened old wounds

Australia’s defence minister has sent letters to fewer than 15 people to let them know whether their awards are being cancelled or retained

The Guardian - AU

Australia strips medals from Afghanistan war commanders

Defence minister cancels awards of small number of officers over alleged war crimes committed on their watch.

Al Jazeera

Australian military officers to be stripped of honours after alleged war crimes under their command

Government acts on longstanding recommendations from Brereton inquiry into ADF conduct in Afghanistan

The Guardian - AU

Defence 'unaware' of sexual offenders within its ranks

Sexual violence in the Australian Defence Force is "systemic", with an additional new inquiry recommended to investigate the scale of the issue.

AAP

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Commissioner condemns ‘failure of leadership’ in Australian defence force, urges greater focus on wellbeing of personnel

After three years and more than 5,000 submissions, royal commission into veteran suicide hands down its full report. Here are its key points

The Guardian - AU

‘Didn’t care enough’: here’s what the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide found

After three years of investigations, the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has delivered its final report with 122 recommendations. The commission has carried much hope for veterans and their families – now we wait to see action.

The Conversation

Explainer: the governor-general is also commander-in-chief of the defence forces. What does this mean in practice?

Australia’s new Governor-General, Sam Mostyn, recently said that she does not fit the usual idea of a governor-general – especially the type of person we expect to see as the commander-in-chief of the Australian Defence Force (ADF). But those expectations are beginning to change, and Mostyn, from a military family,…

The Conversation

“Iggy Pop told me he got a speeding ticket while pumping out the demo!” Asian Dub Foundation's Steve Chandrasonic on his band's collaborations with Iggy Pop, Sinéad O’Connor, Public Enemy's Chuck D, Stewart Lee, Primal Scream and more

Asian Dub Foundation guitarist Steve 'Chandrasonic' Savale gives Louder an exclusive track-by-track guide to 94-Now: Collaborations, a new album celebrating ADF's 30th anniversary

Louder

Challenge to act on 'tragedy' of defence suicides

Federal departments can't be trusted to solve military suicides alone and the government must intervene to stop the "crisis", Royal Commissioners warn.

AAP

Australian government to build strike missile factory at Newcastle Airport

Norwegian firm Kongsberg will employ 100 people at the plant.

Newcastle Herald

Hunter Defence Conference hears opposing views on national strategy

Kevin Rudd says Australian companies will benefit from AUKUS.

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ADFA trainees at forefront for nuclear sub careers

Saturday's open day at ADFA drew 15,000 visitors.

The Guardian - AU

‘Close association’ through army reserve prompted anti-corruption commissioner to recuse himself from robodebt referral

Exclusive: Paul Brereton delegated decision not to pursue investigation so as ‘to avoid any possible perception of a conflict of interest’

AAP

Call to hold fire on sending in soldiers for disasters

A Senate inquiry has recommended reducing the reliance on defence troops after natural diasters, calling for a greater role for volunteers.

Salon

Chevron may undo reproductive care

Experts weigh in on our destabilized Supreme Court and how more than environmental regulation is being threatened

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Brisbane Couple Charged With Espionage After Allegedly Trying To Send ADF Secrets To Russia

Kira and Igor Korolev have been arrested and charged for espionage after allegedly trying to share ADF secrets with Russia.

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Australian Couple Charged With Espionage For Russian Authorities

Russian-born Australian couple charged with espionage in Brisbane, accessing ADF material for national security interests.

The Conversation

A Russian-born ADF soldier and her husband have been charged with spying. What does this mean?

Yesterday morning, the Australian Federal Police arrested a Russian-born Australian couple for spying.

The Conversation

Australian army private and husband charged with allegedly spying for Russia

A 40-year-old private in the Australian army and her 62-year-old husband been arrested for allegedly spying for Russia.

The Guardian - AU

Chinese navy destroyer and helicopter shadowed Australian warship during high-profile standoff, documents show

Exclusive: Australian helicopter was outside Chinese territorial waters when forced to manoeuvre to avoid fighter jet flares in ‘unsafe’ operation

AAP

Boat-loving admiral becomes new defence chief

Vice Admiral David Johnston has become the new chief of the Australian Defence Force as the nation works to boost its naval and firepower.

The Canberra Times

Greens oppose motion condemning War Memorial graffiti

The Greens said the graffiti was freedom of speech.

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