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The Chinese government showed off its growing military capabilities at a lavish parade in 2025.

China’s ability to strike targets in Australia is ‘real and growing’

The rapid expansion of China’s nuclear-powered submarine fleet and long-range missile stockpile is fuelling its growing ability to hit targets in Australia, a new report warns.

  • Matthew Knott

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The fight for fame

Even Scully has to take a back seat.

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The USA have always given us the ships

And appear to have maintained sub standards.

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Would you buy a used submarine from Pete Hegseth? First, a history lesson

Australia’s record of buying used naval boats is chequered, to say the least. Its decision to acquire three second-hand nuclear-powered submarines carries real risks.

  • Clive Williams
Australia will now buy only second-hand submarines from the US, rather than a mix of new and old submarines.

Marles points to savings after US downgrades AUKUS sub to second-hand version

Australia was expected to buy a mix of new and used submarines from the US, but now the vessels will all be used boats.

  • Matthew Knott and Lisa Visentin
The parade caused traffic jams around the city.

Naval parade shuts down city streets as HMAS Brisbane comes to town

The naval vessel has docked in the city for the weekend, with members of the public welcomed on board on Sunday.

  • Julius Dennis
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Andrew Hastie said Donald Trump was a transactional president and had proven he was focused on the United States’ self-interest.

‘Sitting ducks’: Hastie says overreliance on US has weakened Australia

In an ANZAC-themed speech, the Liberal frontbencher called for a rebuilding of Australia’s industrial and defence base.

  • Brittany Busch
Australia plans to acquire at least three Virginia-class-submarines from the US navy.

Forget Trump. On AUKUS, it’s the next president we must worry about

Anyone reading the news and trying to assess the state of the AUKUS pact would be understandably confused.

  • Matthew Knott
Admiral Samuel Paparo, commander of US Indo-Pacific Command, visiting Australia in 2023.

US Navy declares Australia ready to start hosting nuclear subs ‘today’

US Indo-Pacific commander Samuel Paparo said submarine rotations to HMAS Stirling could begin immediately, appearing to dispel claims that Australia is behind on preparatory work.

  • Michael Koziol
Lieutenant General Susan Coyle has just become the first woman to lead the Australian army.

First woman to lead the army, navy chief now new head of Defence Force

Susan Coyle, the current head of joint capabilities, will become army chief, replacing Simon Stuart following his retirement.

  • Matthew Knott