Fiji PM orders removal of Chinese police officers
Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he has ordered the repatriation of Chinese police officers.
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Minister sinks talk of Trump torpedo for nuclear subs
Cold water has been poured on claims a Donald Trump presidency would threaten Australia's acquisition of nuclear powered submarines.
Australia faces subs challenge in US, nuclear at home
Australia is contending with a backed up US production line for its nuclear-powered submarine while the government works to put in place safeguards at home.
Fear spy crackdown will create uni research brain drain
National security legislation designed to crack down on secrets leaking could lead to the unintended consequence of scaring the world's brightest minds away.
Spy ring that recruited former politician uncovered
A spy ring specifically targeted politicians, academics and students while others had tried to hurt dissidents in Australia, the nation's top spy has revealed.
Navy to be ‘most lethal’ in history after huge overhaul
An overhaul of the navy's combat fleet will make it the most lethal in history, its chief says, but concerns remain about its capability in the short term.
War of words erupts over border security regime
The prime minister has accused the opposition of undermining Australia's border protection regime after the arrival of an asylum seeker boat in WA.
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Australia will issue rules for ‘risky’ solar inverters
Australian government officials have confirmed they are developing guidelines for solar equipment after warnings about potential security vulnerabilities.
Three Black Hawk army helicopters to arrive early
Black Hawk helicopters from the United States have been expedited after the early grounding of the Taipan fleet left a hole in the army's capability.
PNG asks Australia for helicopter after deadly unrest
Australia's government remains in constant communication with Papua New Guinea and has received requests for assistance after deadly rioting and civil unrest.
US nuclear submarine laws a ‘significant step forward’
The US is closer to selling nuclear-powered submarines to Australia after key legislation cleared a major hurdle, the development labelled a "significant step".
Milestone for transfer of nuclear subs heralded by PM
The US will sell nuclear-powered submarines to Australia after key legislation cleared a final hurdle in Washington.
British wind can unlock Australia’s ‘superpower’ future
Superior climate and energy policies have become a vote winner as well as an economic and security imperative, British High Commissioner Vicki Treadell says.
More Australian troops to train Ukrainian soldiers
The Australian Defence Force will continue to help train Ukrainian soldiers in the UK in a bid to bolster Kyiv's ability to defend itself against Russia.
Australia welcomes nuclear subs sale breakthrough
A deal that paves the way for US legislation to pass and enable the sale of nuclear-powered submarines to Australia has been welcomed.
Aussie terrorists, spies to have citizenship stripped
The Commonwealth will be able to apply to strip the citizenship of convicted terrorists if they are dual Australian nationals after new laws passed parliament.
PNG to recruit Australia police in security deal
Papua New Guinea's minister of state Justin Tkatchenko says Australian police officers 'can help us out considerably' under a new security deal.
New preventative detention laws pass parliament
Serious offenders recently released from immigration detention are now subject to preventative detention measures after laws passed federal parliament.
Australia safety pledge as Israel issues travel warning
Top ministers are assuring the Jewish community it remains safe in Australia and have condemned anti-Semitism after Israel issued a travel alert.
Australia and France strike defence pact on base access
A security agreement and a road map spanning greater co-operation in the Pacific have been unveiled by France and Australia.
Serious offenders face return to detention in laws push
The worst offenders recently released from immigration detention could soon be locked up again with the government pushing for new laws to pass this week.
Beefed up detention laws to be nutted out in parliament
Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil is hoping to pass laws that would see the worst offenders recently released from immigration detention locked up again.
Plan to put serious offenders back in detention
Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil is hoping to pass laws that would see the worst offenders recently released from immigration detention locked up again.
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Criminals target government with record cyber attacks
Australia has had one of the world's biggest rises in cyber attacks against government agencies, with a report showing criminals are pursuing official sources.
‘Scapegoating’ of soldiers motivation for McBride leaks
The reasons David McBride leaked information revealing alleged war crimes have been questioned, but a secret document has shone a light on his decision.
‘Things are going to get worse’: cyber shield unveiled
A cyber strategy focused on protecting small and medium businesses against an increasing number of attacks has been released by the federal government.
Albanese welcomes hostage exchange, as deal delayed
Anthony Albanese has backed a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, just as the brokered deal was set back with the release of hostages delayed.
Crackdown on former detainees could face legal hurdle
Tough new laws including tracking devices and jail for breaching visa conditions for 93 released detainees are likely to face a legal challenge, an expert says.
Chinese attack on navy ship divers ‘dangerous’: PM
The prime minister says an incident involving the Chinese military and Australian navy divers was appropriately and unequivocally raised with authorities.
Cyber security chief on leave over workplace matter
Air Marshal Darren Goldie will end his tenure as National Cyber Security Coordinator after being recalled to Defence over a workplace matter.
Cybercrime hits government, business and Australians
Reports of cybercrime have surged in the last 12 months but a government intelligence agency says there are many more instances not reported.