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Geraldton’s history of intelligence gathering remains vital today—its evolving role in monitoring global events highlights the continued need for vigilance and strategic information collection. Signals intelligence underpins security but, debate continues over transparency.Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the broader impact of information systems on operations:
The article outlines how intelligence and communication infrastructure—then and now—directly influences national and international security efforts. - Appreciate the role of strategic influence in shaping outcomes:
It demonstrates how intelligence sharing and strategic monitoring under alliances like Five Eyes help deter threats and shape regional stability.
