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Audit Committee reports on Defence’s major projects for 2020 21 and 2021 22

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The Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit (JCPAA) has tabled an interim report for its inquiry into the Defence Major Projects Report (MPR) and the procurement of the Hunter Class Frigates. The Committee’s report examines issues relating to the cost, progress, technical attributes and governance of major Defence acquisitions raised in the 2020–21 and 2021–22 MPRs. … Continued

PJCIS to review hate symbols legislation

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The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security (PJCIS) has commenced a review of the Counter-Terrorism Legislation Amendment (Prohibited Hate Symbols and Other Measures) Bill 2023. On 14 June 2023 the Attorney-General wrote to the Committee referring the Counter-Terrorism Legislation Amendment (Prohibited Hate Symbols and Other Measures) Bill 2023 for the Committee’s review. The Bill would amend the Criminal Code Act … Continued

Public Hearing – Australia’s Space Command and Capability

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On 20 June 2023, the Defence Subcommittee of the Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade will conduct its fourth and final public hearing in support of its inquiry into the Department of Defence Annual Report 2021–22. The Subcommittee will hear evidence from the Department of Defence on the inquiry’s second focus item: Space Command and capability. Chair … Continued

Report Tabled: The Defence Industry Security Program – Review of Auditor-General Report 4 of 2021-22

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The Defence Subcommittee of the Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade has completed its examination on Defence’s implementation of the Defence Industry Security Program and management of non-compliance. Defence Subcommittee Chair, Mr Julian Hill MP, said “National security imperatives require Defence to execute and enforce strict contractual obligations with defence industry. “The Auditor General’s Report … Continued

Former Socceroo farewells RDA Roos to bring cup home to Australia

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    MEDIA ALERT   What:              Former Socceroo Star, Jade North, farewells 11 Rheinmetall Defence Australia Team members to Germany to play in the 32nd global Rheinmetall Cup.                         11 Rheinmetall Defence Australia team members from areas such as Security; Engineering; IT and Legal and Commercial will depart Brisbane on Wednesday 14 June bound for … Continued

Monash Expert: What is the possibility of Ben Roberts-Smith being prosecuted for war crimes following the defamation case?

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A Monash University expert in war crimes prosecution is able to comment on whether Ben Roberts-Smith could be prosecuted for war crimes following the recent defamation case.  Dr Monique Cormier, Senior Lecturer, Monash University LawContact: +61 3 9903 4840 or [email protected] Read more of Dr Cormier’s work at Monash Lens The following can be attributable … Continued

Public Hearing – Australia’s Space Command and Capability

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On 30 May 2023, the Defence Subcommittee of the Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade will conduct its second public hearing in support of its inquiry into the Department of Defence Annual Report 2021–22. The Subcommittee will hear evidence from an academic panel on the inquiry’s second focus item: Space Command and capability. Witnesses will also be … Continued

Public Hearing – Defence Recruitment and Retention: Annual Report Inquiry

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On 23 May 2023, the Defence Subcommittee of the Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade will conduct its first public hearing in support of its inquiry into the Department of Defence Annual Report 2021–22. The Subcommittee will hear evidence from the Department of Defence on the inquiry’s first focus item: workforce recruiting and retention. Chair of … Continued