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  1. Retweeted
    14 hours ago

    Great to have and home after the successful completion of Regional Presence Deployments which strengthened practical cooperation with multiple regional partners in the Indo-Pacific. 👏🇦🇺

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  2. Retweeted
    Oct 14

    I am incredibly thankful to hear of the safe rescue mission overnight of three crewmembers in the Philippine Sea. BZ to the crew of and . The safety and wellbeing of Our People is my highest priority.

    Three crewmembers of an MH-60R Seahawk helicopter are safe after ditching their helicopter in the Philippine Sea during a routine flight overnight. More information ➡️:
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  3. Oct 5

    The Five Power Defence Arrangements is a pillar of regional security – enabling to strengthen cooperation and deepen interoperability with our partners 🇦🇺🇲🇾🇸🇬🇬🇧🇳🇿

    Australia has joined Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) nations, Malaysia, Singapore, the United Kingdom & New Zealand for Exercise Bersama Gold 21. 🇦🇺🇲🇾🇸🇬🇬🇧🇳🇿 📖:
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  4. Retweeted
    Sep 29

    The fourth iteration of the biennial maritime series took place with . It was a vital opportunity to showcase 's ability to conduct high-end maritime warfare training with our 🇮🇳 counterparts & showcase a range of maritime capabilities.

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  5. Retweeted
    Sep 16

    The Nuclear-Powered Submarine Task Force in Defence will work closely with the UK and US to leverage technology, capability & design expertise to deliver Australia’s new submarine. The Task Force will examine the suite of requirements that underpin nuclear stewardship.

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  6. Retweeted
    Sep 15

    will acquire Tomahawk Cruise Missiles for & Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles (Extended Range) for . These new missiles will enhance our long-range strike capabilities to deter and respond to threats.

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  7. Retweeted
    Sep 15

    (1/2) Australia, the UK & US have established an enhanced trilateral security partnership . The partnership focuses on our collective interest in a stable & prosperous Indo-Pacific, & enables collaboration on security & defence capabilities. 📖:

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  8. Retweeted
    Sep 12

    from are strengthening Australia’s enduring partnership with during . Great to see successfully conduct a replenishment at sea with during this important regional engagement activity. 🇦🇺🇲🇾

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  9. Sep 10

    Today, on the 20th anniversary of the September 11 terror attacks, I join & honour all who lost their lives on that day, along with all who fought to preserve our security & freedom.

    On 11 September 2001, terrorists carried out large-scale attacks in the US. On the 20th anniversary of that dreadful day we remember the 3000 innocent lives lost.
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  10. Sep 8

    Support services: - Defence All-hours Support Line - 1800 628 036 - Defence Member & Family Support - 1800 624 608 - Employee Assistance Program - 1300 687 327 - Health support line - 1800 IM SICK - Open Arms - 1800 011 046 - Lifeline - 13 11 14 - Emergency services - 000

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  11. Sep 8

    The wellbeing of our current & former serving personnel is important, every day. Today on we are reminded to check in with Defence mates, friends & family & ask them ‘R U OK’? You don't need to be an expert to reach out & start a conversation. Access support if you need.

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  12. Sep 6

    is hosting for , enhancing interoperability through the conduct of maritime exercises spanning the domains of surface, air & underwater warfare training. Strengthening joint defence capabilities in support of a

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  13. Retweeted
    Sep 1

    joined the , & during . 🇦🇺🇮🇳🇺🇸🇯🇵 The high-level training exercise was a chance for the nations to conduct a range of maritime operations together, including live firings. 💪 ➡️

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    Sep 1

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  15. Retweeted
    Aug 31

    Today marks the 70th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty: stronger together. I reflect on the long history of and remember those who laid down their lives to protect our common security and prosperity.

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  16. Aug 31

    The legacy of is its support for a secure and open Indo Pacific that has allowed an unprecedented growth in regional prosperity.

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  17. Aug 31

    Today I was proud to mark our 🇺🇸 alliance with , , Secretary of Defence and at a small COVID-safe ceremony recognising 70 years of .

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  18. Aug 30

    For 98 years has provided invaluable support to families suffering after the injury or death of a spouse or parent during or after their service. Visit to show your support this . 2/2

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  19. Aug 30

    . supports 43,000 partners and children of veterans Australia-wide, providing essential services including counselling, medical, advocacy and social support. 1/2

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  20. Retweeted
    Aug 30

    On behalf of , I express our deepest condolences to the loved ones and mates of the two 7th Combat Brigade members who died following a vehicle incident in Townsville yesterday afternoon. Supporting the families is my highest priority. Read more:

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