US and Australia: stronger together
By Todd C. Hanks*
For even the most casual of observers, it’s clear that over the past decade the global strategic security environment has become...
Defence Budget hits $44.6 billion
By Marcus Hellyer*
The 2021–22 budget was a ‘no surprises’ one for Defence. The government set out its plan in the 2016 white paper, reaffirmed...
Darwin re-evaluation: explanation needed
By Luke Gosling*
A 99-year lease over the Port of Darwin was awarded to Landbridge Industry. It has been a source of contention and controversy...
USS Truman ends record maintenance
The aircraft carrier Harry S. Truman left Norfolk Naval Shipyard Wednesday following the conclusion of a first-ever extended carrier incremental availability, which began last...
Interview with head of Navy during Chile visit
See the interview with the head of the Navy here.
Multi-lingual sailor rewarded
Being multilingual is a handy skill for Able Seaman Lancaster Mara to have. The boatswain’s mate in the patrol boat HMAS Launceston is from the Umagico...
US seizes Yemen-bound weapons
The U.S. Navy announced (May 2021) it seized an arms shipment of thousands of assault weapons, machines guns and sniper rifles hidden aboard a...
RAN linked to two whale deaths
The Royal Australian Navy destroyer HMAS Sydney has been linked to the death of two whales after berthing in San Diego, The New Daily...
Following famous footsteps
Billy Winkler-Sheean grew up walking the Sheean Walk and hearing proud family stories of the heroism of his great-great uncle, Teddy.
When he joined Navy...
India’s new Indian Ocean diplomacy
By Darshana M. Baruah*
As China continues to ramp up its Indian Ocean presence, Delhi is stepping up its engagement, collaborations and demonstrations of leadership...