BLUF

Australia and the US must engage more clearly with northern Australia to achieve their goals. Mixed messages and perceived gaps between stated and actual Defence activity could undermine support from local communities and industry

Summary

KEY POINTS:

  1. The 2023 defence strategic review focuses on improving the ADF’s northern base operations.
  2. Hardening runway and apron capacity for aircraft, fuel storage and supply, guided weapons storage, accommodation, and security all need upgrading.
READ: To build its future, northern Australia needs clarity from Defence.

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