This article asserts that Australia lacks the confidence one would expect of such a successful nation. And, with increasing global volatility, Australia needs to move on from relying solely on its ‘great and powerful friend’.

Amphibious capability remains essential in modern conflict planning—highlighting the need for logistics, local partnerships and clear-eyed preparation across unpredictable environments. Innovation often battles slow acquisition while China’s amphibious capability grows. Pacific geography adds operational complexity.

In April 1945, U.S. soldiers raised the American flag in the centre of Nuremberg. Berlin was Germany’s capital, but Nuremberg was considered the Nazi’s political centre due to its importance in generating Nazi propaganda.

How did we go from one or two main meals a day, to three? The answer may lie with the British Royal Navy, which served three regular meals to align with the shipboard routine.

This article asserts that although the F-35A and F/A-18F are important assets, they lack the necessary range to defend Australia’s air and sea approaches effectively; and the B-2A is well suited to meet Australia’s capability requirements.

One type of water that blankets almost the entire planet is raindrops. Researchers have shown that there might be a way to generate power, just by channeling the drops a certain way.

A new antenna under construction in Canberra will strengthen deep space communication—essential for managing distant missions and decoding data sent back from the outer reaches of the solar system. Only Canberra can fully contact Voyager 2.

Global supply chains can be fragile. Australia must strike a careful balance—building sovereign capabilities where necessary without closing off access to global innovation and economic opportunities. Domestic maintenance and spare parts availability matter.

Biak airbase is close to Darwin and Guam. Speculation over Russia’s interest has raised concerns—especially as shifting regional ties and Jakarta’s non-alignment could change how nearby nations manage strategic risks. Indonesia prioritises self-interest in partnerships

Singapore has one of the most efficient and innovative small naval forces in the world balancing offensive power, disaster relief and modern technology. Helicopters belong to Air Force, not Navy. Patrols deter Malacca Strait piracy.