
Robert Dougherty
Senior Journalist at Defence Connect
Journalist, ORRCA member and general sports fanatic. Views are my own and photos from my travels.
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6 days ago |
defenceconnect.com.au | Robert Dougherty
Former Australian Ambassador to the United States, Arthur Sinodinos has been appointed as the next chair of the United States Studies Centre. The New South Wales Senator and former Minister for Industry, Innovation and Science will reportedly bring political and diplomatic experience to the role. You’re out of free articles for this month Username or Email Keep me signed in on this device.
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6 days ago |
australianaviation.com.au | Robert Dougherty
Australia’s defence envoy has announced interest in a possible revitalisation of retired air base assets in Western Australia’s North Kimberley region. Luke Gosling, special envoy for defence, veterans affairs and Northern Australia, recently travelled to Troughton Island and Mungalalu North Kimberley Airport (formerly Mungalalu Truscott Airbase) in the region. This content is available exclusively to Australian Aviation members. To continue reading the rest of this article, please login.
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6 days ago |
defenceconnect.com.au | Robert Dougherty
The Australian Government has directed the departure of all Australian officials and dependents and suspended operations at its Embassy in Tehran. Australia’s Ambassador to Iran will remain in the region to support the Australian Government’s response to the deteriorating security environment in the country You’re out of free articles for this month Username or Email Keep me signed in on this device.
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defenceconnect.com.au | Robert Dougherty
Australia could soon supply anti-drone bullets to NATO and AUKUS allies, according to Australian specialist ammunition manufacturer ARES Armaments Australia. The ARES counter-uncrewed aerial system ‘Rooster’ ammunition has already passed field testing and received interest for use with the Australian Defence Force, according to the company. You’re out of free articles for this month Username or Email Keep me signed in on this device.
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1 week ago |
defenceconnect.com.au | Robert Dougherty
MQ-28 Ghost Bat aircraft will undertake teaming trials with F/A-18F Super Hornet and F-35 Lightning aircraft later this year. The unmanned teaming trials will be completed as part of Royal Australian Air Force events this year, known as Capability Demonstration 2025. You’re out of free articles for this month Username or Email Keep me signed in on this device.
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Port Macquarie MP Leslie Williams speaking at the Port Macquarie-Hastings Legacy branch on September 4. https://t.co/fjB0xLv8CS

Marine Rescue Port Macquarie volunteers personally honoured with commendations from Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Stacey Tannos. https://t.co/ZLo9bn4be5

PORT City Breakers celebrating a win in the Group Three women's league tag grand final. https://t.co/e2ZEbKIhzc