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Australian state parliament reconvenes to push through stricter gun laws after Bondi mass shooting
Australia's New South Wales state parliament reconvened on Monday for two days to vote on proposed new gun control legislation following a mass shooting at Bondi Beach. The bill aims to cap the number...
Australia’s Albanese faces fierce battle over gun laws after Bondi Beach shooting
Following a shooting incident at Bondi Beach that resulted in several fatalities, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called for tighter gun control measures. However, his efforts face resistance from...
Australia's 'Bondi Hero' handed $1.65 million collected from fundraising
A man recognized as a hero for his actions during an alleged mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Australia has received over $1.65 million from public donations. Ahmed al Ahmed, who wrestled a weapon away...
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent Invites India, Australia To G7 Critical Minerals Summit
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent invited India and Australia to attend the G7 finance ministers' meeting focused on securing critical minerals supply. The inclusion of these two countries highlig...
Sydney falls silent before fireworks bring in 2026
Residents of Sydney observed a minute of silence for those affected by the recent shooting at Bondi Beach before celebrating with fireworks as part of New Year's Eve celebrations. Globally, this year ...
Melbourne curator in 'state of shock' after Ashes Test carnage
The curator acknowledged responsibility for leaving 10 millimeters of grass on the cricket pitch during an Ashes Test match, leading to uneven bounce and excessive seam movement that made batting extr...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘Cost of Defence’s roadmap for spending 3 percent of GDP on defence’
The debate over military expenditure in Australia has intensified following the release of a May 29 report titled 'The Cost of Defence' and subsequent pressure from the US for higher spending. Discuss...
The Bondi Attack, the Islamic State, and the Price of Strategic Shortsightedness
The alleged connection between attackers in Bondi and IS-affiliated groups in the Philippines may be weak, but it highlights the need to consider the broader strategic implications of such attacks. Th...
The Israeli foreign minister calls on Jews to settle in Israel
Gideon Saar, Israeli Foreign Minister, has called upon Jewish individuals from Western nations like England, France, Australia, Canada, and Belgium to emigrate to the State of Israel after a tragic Ha...
Australia, Canada and India team up for technology future
The Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership faces the risk of under-delivering on its objectives unless managed effectively. Effective management could transform it into a...
Needed: massive computing power in the Northern Territory
Australia faces a shortage of secure onshore computing resources for defense purposes such as algorithm training and classified simulations under the AUKUS partnership. The government and industry mus...
Now Australia must adjust to a hardening Japanese stance on Taiwan
Japan recently declared that any conflict over Taiwan could pose a threat to its national survival, marking a significant shift from post-war norms. This statement impacts the strategic dynamics betwe...
Not ‘Trump-compatible’? China expert Rudd exits Australia’s US ambassador role
Kevin Rudd, former Australian prime minister and prominent China scholar, is stepping down from his role as ambassador to the United States one year early. This development reflects challenges in mana...
Row over Australian MPs’ ‘disgusting’ festival game draws scrutiny of conduct
Three Australian Labor politicians—Rebecca White and Tasmanian state MPs Ella Haddad and Sarah Lovell—have issued apologies following a complaint that they were playing an inappropriate 'shoot, s*** o...
Australian arts festival decision to bar Palestinian author after Bondi attack spurs boycott
The top Australian arts festival faced backlash for excluding an Australian-Palestinian writer, leading to dozens of writers withdrawing from the event. The incident followed a mass shooting at Sydney...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘How Australia could build a northern wall of drones’
The article discusses the strategic concept of deploying a network of drones along Australia's northern coast as an innovative method to enhance national defense and security, aligning with the countr...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘Road-mobile ballistic missiles: a strong option for bolstering ADF self-reliance’
The article proposes that Australia enhance its defense self-reliance by acquiring road-mobile ballistic missiles, suggesting partnership with Israel or South Korea to achieve this goal....
Islamic state isn’t back in Asia, but its ideas still endure
The article discusses the enduring presence of Islamic State (IS) ideology in Asia despite IS not having a physical resurgence on the continent. The tragedy in Bondi is mentioned as an example illustr...
Intelligence Agencies Warn of Khalistan Focus Shifting to Australia Amid Stricter Measures in Canada and UK
Intelligence agencies are warning about an increase in the focus of the Khalistan movement towards Australia as stricter measures against it have been implemented in both Canada and the United Kingdom...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘More F-35s, more tankers: a reliable way to strengthen Australian deterrence’
The article discusses Australia's need to bolster its deterrence capabilities in the face of increasing Chinese naval activity around the continent. It highlights a perceived gap in Australia’s defens...
Bondi shooter Sajid Akram visited Philippine gun shop before attack, police say
Australian police report that one of the Bondi Beach mass shooting suspects, Sajid Akram, visited a firearms store in the Philippines before carrying out the attack. The investigation by Australian co...
Zelenskyy says Australia pledges support for Ukraine air defense
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Australia has pledged to provide support for Ukraine's air defense system as part of the broader international assistance aimed at defending against...
Dragon-elephant tango stops the music on the Quad
The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) involving the U.S., India, Australia, and Japan saw increased strategic alignment under President Joe Biden in September 2024, with both Biden and Indian PM ...
Lockheed Martin appoints new chief executive for Australia and New Zealand
Lockheed Martin has appointed Jeremy King as the new chief executive for Australia and New Zealand. King previously served the Australian Defence Force for over 30 years and was instrumental in leadin...
An appeal for climate action in Australia’s next National Defence Strategy
The article suggests that Australia should include objectives to tackle climate insecurity in its 2026 National Defense Strategy (NDS). This would aid in safeguarding long-term defense capabilities, m...
Australia Remains Committed to Achieving Just and Lasting Peace in Ukraine: PM Albanese
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has reaffirmed Australia's commitment to fostering a just and lasting peace for Ukraine. He highlighted the ongoing support from Australia, emphasizing their...
Dakar bike champion Sanders wins second stage to take lead
Australian motorbike racer Daniel Sanders won the second stage of the 2023 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia, moving into overall lead ahead of compatriot Edgar Canet from KTM. American Ricky Brabec, the 20...
Envoys of Quad countries hold rare publicised meeting in Beijing
Ambassadors from the Quad countries - the United States, India, Australia, and Japan - convened for a rare public meeting at the US Embassy in Beijing on Tuesday....
December Drone Digest: Germany, Australia and US champion indigenous UAV production
In December, there was an observed trend of increased domestic investment in the drone market, with countries such as Germany, Australia, and the United States emphasizing their national commitments t...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘Oliver’s struggle: a case study in the frustration of trying to join the ADF’
The article highlights the challenges faced by qualified individuals seeking to join the Australian Defence Force (ADF), emphasizing the frustrating vetting process that can extend over 12 to 18 month...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘3 percent of GDP for defence is no stretch. We did 2.9 percent in the Cold War’
The article discusses Australia's capacity to increase its military expenditure, suggesting that reaching or exceeding 3% of GDP for defense funding would be feasible based on past history during the ...
After Bondi, we crave certainty—but quick fixes are dangerous
The article discusses how Australians are seeking certainty and reassurance following recent tragedies at popular locations like Bondi Beach. There is a public desire for decisive action from politics...
National Memorial Events Held One Week After Bondi Attack
The article reports on national memorial events organized across Australia to commemorate victims of the recent terrorist attack at Bondi Beach one week after its occurrence....
Undisclosed buyer orders Australian-made remote weapon systems
Electro Optic Systems Holdings Limited has received a $21 million order from an undisclosed North American customer for its R400 Remote Weapon System, increasing the company's international defense co...
Japan Voices Concerns as South Korea’s Hanwha Expands Stake in Australian Shipbuilder
South Korean defense company Hanwha plans to nearly double its stake in Austal, an Australian shipbuilding corporation. This move is viewed with concern by Japan due to potential threats it poses to t...
Is Philippines being unfairly targeted in Australia’s Bondi Beach shooting?
Two suspects in the recent deadly shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach reportedly visited the Philippines before the incident, raising concerns about potential links to extremist movements there. However,...
Australia must make the most of the US’s critical-minerals pivot
The U.S. has sent clear strategic signals regarding critical minerals that align with Australian interests. The challenge for Australia now lies in translating this strategic alignment into actionable...
Opportunities and risks in Australia’s defence acquisition shake-up
The Australian government announced plans on December 1st to reform its military procurement process by establishing the Defence Delivery Agency (DDA) through a merger. This restructuring aims to addr...
Facing Chinese military coercion, Australian defence spending is insufficient
Speculations suggest another Chinese naval task group might be heading towards Australia, though this deployment would not constitute an immediate threat as international law permits warships to opera...
ASPI’s Critical Technology Tracker: 2025 updates and 10 new technologies
The Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) has updated its Critical Technology Tracker to include research efforts into 74 technologies globally. This update features an addition of ten new tech...
Australia and EU strengthen critical-minerals engagement, but challenges lie ahead
Australia and the European Union have intensified cooperation on critical minerals through various agreements over the past two years. The challenge now lies in translating these commitments into effe...
Australian parliament to return to pass hate speech laws after Bondi attack
The Australian parliament plans to reconvene next Monday to address hate crime legislation in response to an incident at Bondi Beach. Prime Minister Albanese intends to strengthen penalties for hate s...
Australia to prioritize antimony, gallium, rare earths in $802 million reserve
Australia, among other countries, will attend a meeting of finance ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) advanced economies in Washington to discuss prioritizing supplies of strategic minerals such a...
Australian firm develops futuristic self-propelled Vendetta system
An Australian company called Ungoverned has unveiled a new self-propelled tracked platform designed for traversing soft ground, minefields, and degraded terrain with minimal pressure equivalent to tha...
Australia ‘disappointed’ with China’s 55% beef tariffs, as US$667 million in trade at risk
The Australian government expresses disappointment over China's decision to impose new retaliatory tariffs on imported beef from Australia and other countries, including Brazil and the US. These measu...
$5,500,000,000 Nuclear Navy Aircraft Carrier ‘Sunk’ By $850,000,000 Australian Diesel Attack Submarine
During a joint U.S.-Australian exercise in the year 2000, an Australian Collins-class diesel-electric submarine successfully reached a valid firing position and earned an exercise ‘kill’ against a U.S...
Albanese Faces Initial Test as Prime Minister with Bondi Response
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces his first significant test of leadership amidst the Bondi beach incident involving Labor Party figures. The event highlights the need for a strong and decisive re...
Kneejerk responses won’t stop the next Bondi attack
The prevention of another attack like the one in Bondi necessitates more thorough and methodical efforts to combat extremism and terrorism rather than immediate and reactive measures....
Australian teen wounded while shielding children during Bondi attack says she is not a hero
A 14-year-old Australian girl named Chaya Dadon was injured while shielding two children from gunmen at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney's Bondi Beach. While taking cover under a bench, she saw the ch...
The National Defence Strategy needs to give Australians clarity
The upcoming 2026 National Defence Strategy (NDS) should provide clarity on national security issues by outlining threats and strategic responses in a way that is accessible to the public....
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