Earlier today ⏮️ addressing the National Press Club on the release of the National Defence Strategy and Intergraded Investment program. This funding gives Australia the genuine chance to have agency over our future security.

“And in a very difficult world, this consistent vision, backed up by meaningful action and real funding gives Australia the genuine chance to have agency over our future security.”

“We must be able to do this in a way which denies any adversary the ability to operate against Australia’s interests: a strategy of denial.

And building a defence force capable of this is now the Albanese Government’s historic mission.”

“People are Defence’s most important asset, and like many other Australian industries, we face a profound workforce challenge.”

“Together with the rebuilt Integrated Investment Program, the National Defence Strategy is a blueprint to deliver an ambitious transformation of the Australian Defence Force to an integrated, focused force capable of safeguarding Australia’s security for decades to come.”

“Developed in response to last year’s Defence Strategic Review, the 2024 National Defence Strategy outlines the Government’s strategic framework to guide the significant and urgent changes required to address Australia’s challenging strategic circumstances.”

Today, I have the pleasure of addressing the National Press Club to announce the Albanese Government’s National Defence Strategy and Intergraded Investment Program.

You can view the Defence Strategy here ➡️ defence.gov.au/nds

Today, all around Australia flags are flying at half-mast in honour of the victims of the Bondi Junction attack.

Australia is feeling this deeply. Our thoughts are with the families and friends of those impacted.

I am horrified to hear about the events this afternoon at Bondi.

Australia is feeling this deeply.

Our thoughts are with the families and friends of those impacted.

Emergency services & first responders have shown enormous bravery in the face of what is a shocking incident.

Our Future Made in Australia Act will invest in manufacturing, clean energy, skills and infrastructure to power a new generation of jobs in our regions and suburbs.

Delighted to congratulate Bill Blair and the Trudeau Government earlier this week on the release of ‘Our North, Strong and Free: A renewed Vision for Canada’s Defence’. Canada is a key partner for Australia as we work together to address global and regional challenges. 🇦🇺 🤝 🇨🇦

Overnight I have tested positive for COVID.

Out of an abundance of caution I will remain at home, taking the necessary precautions to keep those around me well.

I look forward to being back on deck soon.

Congratulations to #YourADF senior leaders recommended by Government for Command appointments, today!

Australia and Vanuatu have a strong and enduring partnership.

It was a pleasure to meet with Minister for Internal Affairs, Johnny Koanapo, to discuss our work together as part of the Pacific family 🇦🇺🇻🇺