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PODCAST: Shaping defence’s future, with Phillip Thompson

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By: Robyn Tongol
PODCAST: Shaping defence’s future, with Phillip Thompson

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, shadow assistant minister for defence Phillip Thompson joins host Phillip Tarrant to discuss the federal opposition’s plans for defence and the defence industry.

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, shadow assistant minister for defence Phillip Thompson joins host Phillip Tarrant to discuss the federal opposition’s plans for defence and the defence industry.

 

  • The pair begin the podcast unpacking the Coalition’s role in opposition, with Thompson expressing his intent to shape an environment where Australia’s warfighters are looked after and able to succeed in their mission.  
  • The podcast continues unpacking some of the Coalition’s immediate priorities, including ensuring optimal helicopter procurement.
  • The pair wrap up the podcast discussing last September’s AUKUS agreement and the submarine program.

Enjoy the podcast,
The Defence Connect Team

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Episode 11: PODCAST: Missile manufacturing, Collins LOTE upgrades and submarine base east
Episode 10: PODCAST: Aerobatics, military aviation and Australian air shows, with Paul Bennet
Episode 9: CONTESTED GROUND: Australia and the West must ask themselves new questions in the face of the modern world, with Robbin Laird
Episode 8: PODCAST: Black Hawk capability, B-21 bomber debate, and upcoming budget
Episode 7: PODCAST: Supermarine Spitfire, warbird aviation and modern aerial innovation, with Keith Russell
Episode 6: PODCAST: Bushmaster PMV funding, long-range strike expansion and cyber defence
Episode 5: PODCAST: Space Command workforce expansion and operationalising the domain, with Major General Gregory Novak AM
Episode 4: CONTESTED GROUND: The Defence budget, inflationary pressures and domestic information warfare
Episode 3: SPOTLIGHT: Maritime sustainment, mission-ready maintenance and resilient fleet capability, with Serco’s David Astbury
Episode 2: PODCAST: Anzac Day reflections, veteran support reform and ADF workforce trends, with Minister Matt Keogh