This week is National Science Week. When the Minister for Industry, Senator Tim Ayres, launched it at Questacon, he put it well: our scientific capability is critical to Australia’s economic security, resilience and productivity. AI …
Articles by: "Raff Ciccone"
Australia has long debated the future of our submarine capability. The decision that we’ve reached is that nuclear-powered submarines are the answer. Since reaching that decision, very little has actually changed, but, in recent months, …
Decades ago, national security was measured in tanks, fighters and border protection. Today, it is far broader, extending across our digital networks, critical infrastructure, social cohesion and online spaces. A stronger national security future means …
Australians rightly expect that the agencies keeping us safe also operate within clear rules and robust checks. Getting that balance right—between security and accountability—is essential to protecting our nation’s safety and our democratic values. This …
Earlier this month, I had the privilege of attending the Australian American Leadership Dialogue in Adelaide. This unique forum brought together leaders from politics, business, academia and the community to strengthen the bonds between our …