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Governor-general’s wife slammed over ‘awkward’ song request to soldiers

‘They’re professionals, and we should treat them like professionals.’

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Linda Hurley’s tactic to break the ice at a military event was labelled awkward by soldiers.

Outrage as army whistleblower jailed for exposing war crime allegations

‘This is a dark day for Australian democracy.’

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Whistleblower David McBride has been sentenced to a non-parole period of 27 months in prison.

Aussie who exposed allegations of war crimes faces prison sentence

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Prosecutors want former military lawyer David McBride to spend at least two years in jail.

Court twist after two men attacked by 2.5-metre crocodile

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The Department of Defence faces a work safety charge after a crocodile mauled two soldiers. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)

Submarine plans to begin after $5b Australia-UK deal

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Australia and the UK will announce a significant step towards building nuclear-powered submarines. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

Sunrise guests choked-up as they pay tribute to ex-minister’s son

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Lance Corporal Jack Fitzgibbon.