Chamberlain won the Battle of Britain — and saved Australia too?
In conditions of radical uncertainty, the disciplined leader does not commit prematurely to a terminal strategy, writes Vince…
Shipbuilding woes and tired submarines — why there’s more talk of an AUKUS ‘plan B’
Growing concerns over a “capability gap” that could leave Australia exposed without a submarine fleet is leading some…
Australia spends big on LOTE life extension for Collins submarines
The Australian government on 19 May 2026 has officially announced the launch of the so-called “life of type…
‘Terribly concerning’: Port Kembla identified as preferred AUKUS base in secret documents
A secret report commissioned by the previous NSW government identified Port Kembla as the ideal location for an…
Donald Trump’s criticism of Australia unfair and harmful, says US Democrat Joe Courtney
The senior US Democrat on a Congressional committee overseeing AUKUS says US President Donald Trump’s repeated criticism of…
UK parliament’s AUKUS inquiry report questions if Britain can keep submarine promises
British politicians have cast doubt on their country’s ability to develop and deliver nuclear submarines promised as part…
Pentagon awards $276m AUKUS submarine contract funded by Australia
The Pentagon has awarded the first major submarine contract to deliver on the AUKUS security deal. The $US197…
AUKUS submarine builds hit by contract and construction delays
The US Navy’s submarine-building program — which Australia is relying on for its naval fleet — risks another…
Australian Defence Strategy Spends Big On Submarines, Frigates
The Australian government published the biennial National Defence Strategy (NDS) and the corresponding Integrated Investment Program (IIP). The…
As Iran war fallout spreads, the focus shifts to Trump’s mind — as it should
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is the master of the art of exactly landing a savage point, while…
Australia launches new programmes for AUKUS suppliers
The Australian government announced the development and extension of two significant programmes to help local industry tap into…
From Research Strength to National Leverage: Australia’s Quantum Inflection Point
Insider Brief: Australia is transitioning quantum from long-term research into an industrial capability, supported by sustained public investment,…