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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...
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...
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 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...
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 ...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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, 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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 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....