AUKUS critics’ failure to recognise global strategic environment
Australia has long debated the future of our submarine capability. The decision that we've reached is that nuclear-powered submarines are the answer.
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Nuclear submarines: bolt-cutters to ensure Australia is never wrapped in chains
By acquiring nuclear-powered submarines, Australia is recognising that the security of our nation deserves and demands capability equal to the most powerful nations of the world.
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The SONIC Bill: bringing in a new era for intelligence oversight
Australians rightly expect that the agencies keeping us safe also operate within clear rules and robust checks. Getting that balance right is essential to protecting our nation’s safety and our democratic values.
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A chance for a rare good deal
The landmark $13 billion critical minerals and rare earths framework signed by Australia and the United States in October 2025 represents a pivotal moment in our alliance – and a major opportunity for Victoria.
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Unlocking Victoria’s exports to the world
With one in four Australian jobs relying on trade, Federal Labor is creating new opportunities for Victoria’s exporters, farmers, producers and businesses to diversify their markets.
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Forests our way ahead
New research urges nations to grow their sustainable forestry industries, thereby addressing an emerging global timber supply gap as the world pivots to climate-friendly fibre supplies.
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We cannot remain reliant on overseas suppliers
Australia must rebuild its domestic manufacturing capability. After almost a decade of sending manufacturing offshore, we’ve seen the consequences: fewer local jobs, missed opportunities, and a nation left exposed when the pandemic hit.
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The Good Life: Permanency, settlement and migration in regional Australia
There lies great opportunity for Australia in broadening the scope of our policy settings and focussing on permanent migration.
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Agriculture: the new national security frontier
Growing agriculture is an economically sound way to address several national security challenges, including food supply and security, international partnerships and strong and secure trade relationships.
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