Opinion Strategy aligns forces for defence By Kristian Constantinides Evidence of commitment to the new defence development strategy will come in the May budget. 02 Apr 2024
Opinion TDA show role more than air support By Kristian Constantinides Last month’s Singapore Air Show provided a strong case for the efforts of Team Defence Australia. 19 Mar 2024
Opinion Education key to democratic fight By Kristian Constantinides Democracies need to assert their ideological position more aggressively amid rising autocratic behaviours worldwide. 05 Mar 2024
Opinion Centralised command essential for AUKUS By Kristian Constantinides A clear line of command and responsibility at government level is required for Australia to achieve its AUKUS objectives. 20 Feb 2024
Opinion Passion for action to support veterans By Kristian Constantinides A new institute that fills a gap in veterans’ services has already illustrated its intention to convert discussion into action. 06 Feb 2024
Opinion Industry role in capability solutions By Kristian Constantinides A new report has cast light on Australia’s readiness for conflict, from the perspectives of government and industry. 23 Jan 2024
Opinion Austal news a boost for local sector By Kristian Constantinides Last month’s announcement by Austal is a significant moment for the future of the WA defence industry. 19 Dec 2023
Opinion Celebrating strength, remembering sacrifice By Kristian Constantinides Two important events, one in Perth and the other Sydney, demonstrate the scale and capability of WA’s defence community, while November 11 was a time for reflection. 29 Nov 2023
Opinion Co-existence needs blueprint for peace By Kristian Constantinides The current course of action by all players in the Israel-Hamas war will only fuel future extreme views on both sides. 21 Nov 2023
Opinion No winner from Middle East war By Kristian Constantinides War can erupt without warning, and no participant escapes unharmed. 07 Nov 2023
Opinion WA steps up at defence industry awards By Kristian Constantinides Local companies and people made their mark at the sector’s annual awards night in Canberra. 24 Oct 2023
Opinion Power tilts to unions in maritime sector By Kristian Constantinides Concerns that labour claims could threaten productivity, timelines, costs and national security objectives. 10 Oct 2023
Opinion Women shoulder much in defence By Kristian Constantinides Women inside and outside the force are working hard to lift representation and recognition. 26 Sep 2023
Opinion ‘Minimum viable capability’ the right priority By Kristian Constantinides This element ensures the Australian Defence Force is equipped with something, as opposed to nothing. 12 Sep 2023
Opinion Industry helps power defence exports By Kristian Constantinides Key deals involving land, sea and air security underscore the growing success in defence industry. 29 Aug 2023
Opinion Veteran strategy targets labour woes By Kristian Constantinides Federal funding of $24 million for veterans’ employment is welcome news for veterans and the business community. 15 Aug 2023
Opinion No doubting Crean’s commitment By Kristian Constantinides Simon Crean will be remembered for qualities such as integrity over self-interest, honesty, and consistency in core beliefs. 01 Aug 2023
Opinion Questions of command responsibility By Kristian Constantinides While criticism of aspects of the Brereton Report may be justified, the findings did not “throw diggers under the bus”, as claimed in the Senate. 18 Jul 2023
Opinion Politics of subs deal yet to play out By Kristian Constantinides Some US lawmakers still have concerns about the nuclear-powered subs deal with Australia. 04 Jul 2023
Opinion Need for speed comes at a cost By Kristian Constantinides Trade-offs will be required to ensure defence procurement is capable of delivering the necessary security pillars in a changed geopolitical context. 20 Jun 2023