Northern Australia’s Economic Revival Can Support Defence Readiness

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Defence capability needs a strong economy to sustain it including affordable housing, healthcare, education and job opportunities for defence families and industry. Recruitment and retention are at stake. Energy and minerals tied to national self-reliance

Learning Outcomes
• Understand how infrastructure investment supports national resilience: The article explains how targeted economic development boosts Australia’s self-reliance and readiness.
• Recognise the value of cross-sector partnerships: Emphasises the importance of aligning government and industry to achieve strategic outcomes.
• Explore how economic policy shapes security posture: Shows the Territory’s economic revival as central to Australia’s long-term regional strength.