The Latest Breaking News from Richard Marles

Paul Keating blasts Age and SMH for ‘provocative’ China war story

Former Australian PM criticises ‘extent of the bias’ in newspapers’ front-page report warning of armed conflict in Indo-Pacific

The Guardian - AU · Mar 7, 2023

Alarm over 'ethical and security concerns' of surveillance cameras

The security issues of imbedded spyware are compounded when security cameras are linked with biometric software.

The Canberra Times · Mar 4, 2023

Nuclear submarines to be Australia's 'moonshot' moment

Outgoing ambassador to the US Arthur Sinodinos says the acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines shows Australia is putting its money where its mouth is.

AAP · Mar 3, 2023

Mind the capability gap: what happens if Collins class submarines retire before nuclear boats are ready?

Nuclear subs are the first ‘pillar’ of Aukus, but defence experts are pointing to the second pillar – hypersonic weapons, AI and drones

The Guardian - AU · Feb 27, 2023

Air Force flags need for low-cost drones to prepare Australia for future conflicts

The head of the Royal Australian Air Force hints at a looming push to acquire large numbers of low-cost lethal drones to give the defence force greater "mass" to take on well-armed adversaries.

ABC News · Feb 27, 2023

Australia’s defence force faces once in a generation shake-up – but to what purpose?

Key strategists say military needs to focus on maritime and long-range strike capabilities to defend Australia’s interests across a wider region

The Guardian - AU · Feb 25, 2023

Australia to reassure Thailand over nuclear subs

Australia’s defence minister aims to reassure Thailand that plans to acquire a new fleet of nuclear submarines would enhance “collective security” in the region after neighbouring countries voiced concerns.

Bangkok Post · Feb 24, 2023

Australia pledges drone system for Ukraine, announces additional sanctions on those complicit in Russia's invasion

Ukraine's defence forces will be given access to Australian drone systems, with the federal government also unveiling a raft of new sanctions against people connected to Russia's invasion.

ABC News · Feb 23, 2023

Search on Philippine volcano confirms 4 died in plane crash

A Philippine mayor says a search team has reached the crash site on a restive volcano of a plane carrying two Filipinos and two Australians and found all aboard were killed

The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2023

Philippines eyes South China Sea patrols with US, Australia

The Philippines is discussing joint security patrols in the South China Sea with the United States as well as Australia as China’s increasingly aggressive actions in the disputed waters cause concern

The Independent UK · Feb 22, 2023