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Darwin Port review will examine potential 'impropriety' in lease to Chinese-owned firm Landbridge, Labor MP says

A Labor MP says a federal review will examine whether there was any "impropriety" in the $506 million deal, as the Defence Minister reveals he has not seen the former government's national security assessment of the port.

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Australia’s emergency fuel storage down to only 58 days as Labor looks at increasing reserves

Study reveals Australia last on list of energy program signatory nations, as defence minister says government ‘very much’ looking into issue

The Guardian - AU

Scott Morrison should face ‘severe political consequences’ for secret ministries, Labor says

Deputy PM Richard Marles says whatever the legal advice from the solicitor general, former prime minister should pay the price for ‘flouting’ Westminster cabinet system

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A news site with ties to the fossil fuel industry claimed Scotland axed 14 million trees to make way for wind farms. Is that correct?

The country's efforts to tackle climate change have been caught up in a fresh wave of misinformation about renewable energy, thanks to a news website with ties to the oil and gas industry.

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Andrew Hastie says the Coalition commissioned up to 70 ships when last in government, while Labor commissioned none. Is that correct?

Shadow Defence Minister Andrew Hastie says the Coalition commissioned up to 70 ships when last in government, and that Labor commissioned none. Is that correct? RMIT ABC Fact Check investigates.

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World leaders laud India's achievements on 75 years of independence

WASHINGTON/PARIS: Global leaders led by US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron congratulated Indians on the 75th anniversary of India's independence on Monday, as they vowed to further strengthen bilateral ties with the world's largest democracy which has made stunning achievements.

The Times of India

Improved China ties still possible: Marles

Acting Prime Minister Richard Marles says the world would "breathe a sigh of relief" if tensions eased in the Taiwan Strait.

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Don't make same mistakes on China: Dutton

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says mistakes made with Russia should not be repeated with China in the wake of escalating tensions.

AAP

Chinese envoy tells Australia to show 'caution' over Taiwan

A Chinese envoy says Australia’s recent change of government is a chance to “reset” its troubled relationship with China, but the new administration must “handle the Taiwan question with caution.”

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Chinese ambassador to Australia says Beijing will use ‘all necessary means’ for Taiwan ‘unification’

Xiao Qian says reset of China-Australia relationship is possible and suggests Washington had turned Canberra against Beijing

The Guardian - AU

China's constant criticism amid Taiwan tensions cannot be avoided, acting PM says

As China lashes out against international condemnation of its military drills in the Taiwan Strait, the Defence Minister says a "more respectful" tone from Australia may do little to prevent relations deteriorating again.

ABC News

Australia calls for ‘return to calm’ amid Taiwan drills as Beijing demands Canberra ‘respect China’s core interests’

Defence minister Richard Marles says a halt to live-fire drills is ‘what everyone in the world wants’

The Guardian - AU

Greens to seek treaty alongside voice

Negotiations between the Greens and the government on an Indigenous Voice to parliament are set to begin, with the minor party calling for a treaty.

AAP

Singer Judith Durham dies; Penny Wong calls for restraint on China’s exercises; 89 Covid deaths – as it happened

Independent review recommends home buybacks for NSW flood victims. This blog is now closed

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Midwinter ball back - in spring - with a chance to win a tennis match with the PM

Fancy a game of tennis with Anthony Albanese? Dinner with Penny Wong? Both experiences will be up for auction at this year's Midwinter Ball

AAP

Government launches defence force review

The federal government has announced a strategic review of Australia's military structure and posture, the first in 10 years, alongside talks on new submarines.

ABC News

Australia's military structure, preparedness and investments to be reviewed for first time in a decade

Former defence minister Stephen Smith will join retired Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston in conducting the first review of Defence Force structure in a decade.

The Guardian - AU

China’s targeting of Australian military planes ‘aggressive and irresponsible’, US says

Defense department’s Ely Ratner says such incidents represent ‘one of the most significant threats to peace and stability in the region’

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COVID numbers dip in ACT as aged care crisis deepens

The ACT recorded 790 new COVID-19 cases in the 24 hours until 8pm Sunday.

ABC News

COVID-19 outbreaks force 'desperate' extension of defence force support in aged care

With more than a thousand Australian aged care facilities facing COVID-19 outbreaks, the federal government has extended support from defence force personnel to September.

The Guardian - AU

Keating says Pelosi’s reported Taiwan trip could lead to ‘military hostilities’ – as it happened

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Australia almost no chance to buy any submarine from current US building program, experts say

Latest report to US Congress reveals the superpower will struggle to meet its own submarine-building targets for decades

The Guardian - AU

‘Abusing China’s restraint’: Beijing accuses Australia of provocation at sea

Global Times quotes comments by foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin on military encounters in the South China Sea

ABC News

Fears grow of possible miscalculation involving Australian military in contested South China Sea

The most recent close-waters interaction between Chinese and Australian warships leads experts to fear a serious incident could occur soon.

ABC News

Defence Department silent on latest Chinese military encounter with Australian warship

Officials refuse to comment on reports the Chinese military has closely tracked an Australian warship through international waters.

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