Opinion 06 Feb 2024 Passion for action to support veterans Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn A new institute that fills a gap in veterans' services has already illustrated its intention to convert discussion into action.
Opinion 23 Jan 2024 Industry role in capability solutions Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn A new report has cast light on Australia's readiness for conflict, from the perspectives of government and industry.
Opinion 19 Dec 2023 Austal news a boost for local sector Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Last month's announcement by Austal is a significant moment for the future of the WA defence industry.
Opinion 29 Nov 2023 Celebrating strength, remembering sacrifice Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Two important events, one in Perth and the other Sydney, demonstrate the scale and capability of WA's defence community, while November 11 was a time for reflection.
Opinion 21 Nov 2023 Co-existence needs blueprint for peace Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn The current course of action by all players in the Israel-Hamas war will only fuel future extreme views on both sides.
Opinion 07 Nov 2023 No winner from Middle East war Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn War can erupt without warning, and no participant escapes unharmed.
Opinion 24 Oct 2023 WA steps up at defence industry awards Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Local companies and people made their mark at the sector's annual awards night in Canberra.
Opinion 10 Oct 2023 Power tilts to unions in maritime sector Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Concerns that labour claims could threaten productivity, timelines, costs and national security objectives.
Opinion 26 Sep 2023 Women shoulder much in defence Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Women inside and outside the force are working hard to lift representation and recognition.
Opinion 12 Sep 2023 ‘Minimum viable capability’ the right priority Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn This element ensures the Australian Defence Force is equipped with something, as opposed to nothing.
Opinion 29 Aug 2023 Industry helps power defence exports Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Key deals involving land, sea and air security underscore the growing success in defence industry.
Opinion 15 Aug 2023 Veteran strategy targets labour woes Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Federal funding of $24 million for veterans' employment is welcome news for veterans and the business community.
Opinion 01 Aug 2023 No doubting Crean’s commitment Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Simon Crean will be remembered for qualities such as integrity over self-interest, honesty, and consistency in core beliefs.
Opinion 18 Jul 2023 Questions of command responsibility Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn While criticism of aspects of the Brereton Report may be justified, the findings did not “throw diggers under the bus”, as claimed in the Senate.
Opinion 04 Jul 2023 Politics of subs deal yet to play out Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Some US lawmakers still have concerns about the nuclear-powered subs deal with Australia.
Opinion 20 Jun 2023 Need for speed comes at a cost Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Trade-offs will be required to ensure defence procurement is capable of delivering the necessary security pillars in a changed geopolitical context.
Opinion 06 Jun 2023 Preparing to avoid conflict Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn The federal budget delivered some good news for veterans and WA industry.
Opinion 23 May 2023 Inputs needed to shore up defence Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Threats and challenges identified in the 1990s remain today.
Opinion 09 May 2023 Future for veterans’ advisory forum Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Clear communication is vital if veterans are to find the right starting point for support.
Opinion 20 Apr 2023 Diplomacy vital to support subs spend Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn The nuclear subs deal has supporters and detractors both within Australia and overseas.
Opinion 06 Apr 2023 Subs deal secures trilateral ties Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Details of Australia's nuclear-powered submarine agreement have surfaced.
Opinion 21 Mar 2023 WA aviation chops on show at Avalon Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn WA businesses and government were well represented at a major biennial event.
Opinion 07 Mar 2023 Spy balloon sends a signal Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn The US is facing a foe that is increasingly its equal.
Opinion 21 Feb 2023 Trade as a weapon of war Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn The use of economic sanctions and trade tools can be effective supports for battlefield action.
Opinion 07 Feb 2023 Partnership positives for Australia Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn AUKUS must be more than a collection of convenient solutions.
Opinion 24 Jan 2023 Sector well advised to face forward Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn The next 12 months will present a host of opportunities for the defence manufacturing sector in WA.
Opinion 20 Dec 2022 Australia watches as China temperature eases Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Xi Jinping may have reached out to world leaders but is still firmly focused on China's long game.
Opinion 07 Dec 2022 Celebration of common cause Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn The defence sector's culture and growth was on display at an industry event earlier this month.
Opinion 22 Nov 2022 Budget defence and diplomacy Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Australia's official development assistance needs to grow in alignment with the defence spend.
Opinion 08 Nov 2022 Process reform must reflect urgency Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn The federal government has proposed six steps to improve the procurement process, which is too long in an increasingly dynamic environment.
Opinion 25 Oct 2022 Role for merchant fleets in soft deterrence Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn A veteran captain puts the case for the use of pre-positioned ships to shore up security.
Opinion 13 Oct 2022 Positive change to avoid culture wars Bookmark Save articles for future reference. Subscribe to BN Log In Share to Facebook X LinkedIn Evolving and improving aspects of ADF culture requires commitment, and patience.
