Strategic Insights 8 – Capability of First Resort? Australia’s Future Amphibious Requirement

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This paper looks at the future of the ADF’s amphibious capability in the light of the government decision to purchase two large 24-27,000 ton amphibious vessels to replace HMAS Manoora, Kanimbla and Tobruk. The paper aims to highlight the issues and options that need to be considered by the government.

Your Defence Dollar: The 2004-05 Defence Budget

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This year’s Defence budget is much like last year’s. A lot more money has been provided to maintain today’s ADF, while a significant chunk of planned investment in tomorrow’s force has been deferred.  Are we getting good value for money for our Defence dollar?  It is worth knowing.