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Defence department ‘stonewalled’ FoI requests on politicians’ use of RAAF VIP jet fleet, says Greens

Morrison government stopped releasing reports on MPs’ use of business jet fleet in 2021, citing unspecified security concerns

The Guardian - AU

Williamtown surveillance plane to be deployed in fight against Russia

The sophisticated aircraft and a crew of up to 100 will head to Germany later this year.

Newcastle Herald

50 years since Vietnam, and villains have become heroes

Big events planned to mark end of Australia's involvement in war.

The Canberra Times

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The puzzling and long history of Port Stephens air crashes

It's surprising how many aviation mishaps have occurred in the area.

Newcastle Herald

Government use of VIP jets open to potential misuse as defence stops publishing passenger lists

Department ceased releasing details about politicians’ use of business jets, citing potential security threats

The Guardian - AU

The night a Sabre jet crashed in The Junction

The fiery event happened in August 1966.

Newcastle Herald

RAAF, council expect up to 100,000 for Newcastle air show

The RAAF has confirmed dates for the two-day air show in Newcastle and Williamtown.

Newcastle Herald

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RAAF confirms major air show for Newcastle in November

The two-day event is expected to attract tens of thousands of people.

Newcastle Herald

Commonwealth settles $132.7m class action over foam contamination

Landowners whose properties were contaminated by firefighting foam used on RAAF bases have reached a $132.7 million settlement, while others face further talks.

The New Daily

RAAF conducts Sudan evacuation for dozens of Aussies

An RAAF plane has evacuated dozens of Australians caught in the crossfire of a bloody conflict in Sudan.

The New Daily

The iconic Aussie song that put 'lump in throats' at Wangi's Anzac service

"It essentialises what Australia is," Wangi Wangi RSL sub-branch president Leigh Warren said.

Newcastle Herald

Cardiff house searched in 'suspicious' cold case: what happened to Debra?

A house at Cardiff South has been searched by special investigators in relation to the "suspicious disappearance" of a member of the RAAF almost 40 years ago.

Newcastle Herald

Victoria Police renew cold case investigation into 1984 disappearance of Melbourne woman

Police renew calls for public assistance in their investigation into the disappearance of Melbourne woman Debra Campbell nearly 40 years ago.

ABC News

There have been 40 aviation 'incidents' in one small area near Canberra

There have been more than 40 aviation incidents in the Carwoola area. Some cases involved a bit more digging than others.

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Newcastle Herald

Revisiting the forgotten saga of Australia's coal hulks

How Australia's sturdy old sailing ships were recycled into a useful fleet of coal hulks.

Newcastle Herald

RAAF plans major air show for Newcastle

The Royal Australian Air Force is planning a major air show at Williamtown in November which could attract tens of thousands of people to the Hunter.

Newcastle Herald

Newcastle submarine base has advantages: defence adviser

Hunter's advantages for an east coast subs base

ABC News

RAAF F-35 pilot says 'there's no time for fear' as he prepares for Supercars display above Newcastle

Flight Lieutenant Ross Bowman will speed over the Newcastle 500 in a F-35A Lightning II jet.

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RAAF crews offered counselling after tense encounters with Beijng's military over South China Sea

RAAF Air Commander, Air Vice Marshal Darren Goldie, says his pilots and crews are now routinely debriefed after flying sorties to Australia's north, with counselling services provided as required.

ABC News

Air Force chief insists Australian drones already part of 'kill chain'

The Air Force Chief says unarmed drones are already providing valuable support to Australian operations, as he stops short of saying when this country will get armed systems.

AAP

Veteran paroled early for treatment after assaults

A judge has released a defence veteran on parole four months early so he can get mental health treatment after he admitted violent offences against his partner.

ABC News

Australian-designed lethal drone to be unveiled at Avalon Airshow

Air force chiefs from across the world are in Melbourne for the Avalon International Airshow, but Russia and China are not invited.

ABC News

The female defence boss getting Papua New Guinea's planes back in the sky

Lieutenant-Colonel Nancy Wii broke all barriers in Papua New Guinea when she got promoted to commanding officer of the Air Transport Wing. Now she is getting PNG's military back in the skies as the region grapples with China's rising influence.

Newcastle Herald

Change is a constant for the East End

This latest mega development is just a case of history repeating itself

Newcastle Herald

RAAF gives green light to wind turbines

The Department of Defence has given the green light to the proposed Hunter offshore project after initially raising concerns about its potential to impact on RAAF Williamtown operations.

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