Last updated: September 24, 2017
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For God and country

TWAM 23 SEP 2017Andrew Burrell

He’s been pilloried for his ‘natural law’ argument against gay marriage. But Andrew Hastie isn’t a man to be messed with.

    Gender neutrals face ADF bans

    ANZAC DAY Iraq ADFJOE KELLY

    Gender-neutral defence personnel could face tough new restrictions barring them from key Defence Force roles.

      Stop adopting US policy: Keating

      Paul KeatingTROY BRAMSTON

      Paul Keating believes Australia is failing to grasp the new power ­realities in the Asia-Pacific.

        Gender-neutral cadet recruited

        Gender transition guidelinesJOE KELLY

        The Australian Defence Force has recruited personnel who don’t identify as ‘male or female’.

          ‘Call us over drone worries’

          In this Monday, Dec. 15, 2014 photo, a security guard watches a demonstration of a DJI Technology Co. Inspire 1 drone in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong province. Founded in 2009 by an engineer with a childhood love of radio-controlled model planes, DJI has become the leading supplier in the fast-growing market for civilian drones - possibly the first Chinese brand to achieve No. 1 status in a global consumer product. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)PRIMROSE RIORDAN

          Chinese drone maker DJI has called on the ADF to contact them directly over any cyber security concerns.

            Vehicle evaluation a minefield

            The Rheinmetall Boxer undergoes blast testing at Proof and Experimental Establishment - Graytown Victoria, on 22 June 2017. *** Local Caption *** Project LAND 400 Phase 2 will acquire 225 Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles (CRV) to replace the Australian Light Armoured Vehicle (ASLAV). The Phase 2 fleet will include seven variants. On 28 July 2016, Defence announced that BAE Systems Australia and Rheinmetall had been short-listed to participate in the Risk Mitigation Activity, which includes a 12-month test and evaluation activity, to significantly lower risk to both the Commonwealth and industry in the acquisition and through-life support of these vehicles. Both contenders for LAND 400 Phase 2 underwent blast testing at Defence Proof and Experimental Establishment - Graytown, Victoria, in June 2017, as part of this Risk Mitigation Activity.Rory Callinan

            Allegations of selective media leaks, unfair testing and complaints have marred ASLAV testing.

              ‘Lewd’ colonel’s new post

              Feb, 2017 - Colonel Daniel Wilson in handcuffs during his trial. He was charged late last year with three counts of sexually abusing a child, nine counts of conduct unbecoming an officer, sexual assault, assault consummated by battery and absence without leave. SuppliedRory Callinan

              A US colonel removed from his Darwin liaison job over lewd behaviour has been court-martialled for child sex abuse.

                ADF exercises have China jumpy

                HMAS Darwin, Japanese Maritime Self Defence Force ship JDS Shimakaze and HMNZS Endeavour transit through the Pacific to Kakadu 2012. Midcaption: Kakadu 12 is a multilateral exercise aimed at developing interoperability in maritime operations in an international environment. It is the Royal Australian Navy's (RAN) premier international engagement activity for 2012 and will take place in the Northern Australian Exercise Area off Darwin. Kakadu aims to improve the Australian Defence Force's ability to work with international naval forces in maritime security exercises and evolutions, and will test the effectiveness of participating assets.PRIMROSE RIORDAN

                Australia’s military has been accused by China’s official newspaper of ‘encircling’ the communist nation.

                  Why marine colonel shipped out

                  USS PearyRORY CALLINAN

                  New details emerge about the highly unusual removal of USMC Colonel Daniel Hunter Wilson from his role in Darwin.

                    Saudi air force uses Aussie experts

                    Anzac Day march in Adelaide - Royal Australian Air Force personel wearing medals, generic picture.Rory Callinan

                    Former Australian air force personnel are providing training to the recently condemned Royal Saudi air force.

                      Sex scandal marine ordered home

                      USS PearyRORY CALLINAN

                      The US Marine Corp’s liaison ­officer to Darwin was quietly removed from his post after 10 days following complaints.

                        Diggers ready for Philippines

                        PM PresserPRIMROSE RIORDAN

                        ADF personnel could be training Philippines troops fighting terrorists in the southern Philippines within a month.

                          The monsters in the granny flat

                          Omar al Kutobi and Mohammed Kiad were part of a jihadi plotPaul Maley

                          For days, Omar al Kutobi and Mohammed Kiad have been planning mass murder. They have no idea how badly it will end.

                            ADF, South Korea to join forces

                            Australian Defense Minister Marise Payne delivers a speech during an opening ceremony of Seoul Defense Dialogue 2017 in Seoul, South Korea, Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017. Payne is currently visiting to South Korea and will meet with South Korean officers to discuss bilateral relations between the two countries. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)PRIMROSE RIORDAN, GREG BROWN

                            Australian and South Korean ­defence forces will work closely in response to the North Korean ­crisis.

                              RSL’s decade of rorts

                              Sydney's Forgotten MemorialsEMILY RITCHIE

                              A subsidiary of the NSW ­Returned and Services League is being investigated over alleged political donations.

                                Hot US army gear sold locally

                                Australian Army issue M249 FN MINIMI machine gunMark Schliebs

                                US Army equipment ended up in Australia after soldiers stole more than $1m worth of hardware and gear.

                                  Payne boards regional shuttle

                                  Minister for Defence Marise Payne during Question Time in the Senate chamber at Parliament House in Canberra, Monday, September 4, 2017. (AAP Image/Mick Tsikas) NO ARCHIVINGPRIMROSE RIORDAN

                                  Defence Minister Marise Payne will meet South Korean Prime Minister Lee Nak-yeon in Seoul tomorrow.

                                    Craft sank under Aussie tanks

                                    A still from the video from Navantia which is ramping up promotions in a bid to win the Future Frigates contract.RORY CALLINAN

                                    Defence says it has no concerns about a video promoting a Spanish company which is vying for a $30 billion Navy contract.

                                      Wrecked US Osprey recovered

                                      OspreyRory Callinan

                                      The wreck of the US marines Osprey aircraft that crashed off North Queensland has been recovered.

                                        US patrols to counter China

                                        USS Carl VinsonGordon Lubold, Jeremy Page

                                        Some US naval operations are being specially planned for the first time to pressure Beijing over its maritime claims.

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