Australia politics live: defence industry minister to spruik Labor’s ‘progressive patriotism’ as audits reveal waste
Summary
A Taiwanese man was charged for people-smuggling after a group of about 12 foreign nationals arrived by boat at a remote beach in northern Queensland, Australia. Meanwhile, the Australian Defence Industry Minister, Pat Conroy, is promoting the government's defence strategy based on "progressive patriotism" and addressing waste in defence spending.Key Facts
- About 12 people, believed to be Chinese, arrived by boat at a remote campsite in far north Queensland.
- The group traveled to Weipa on Cape York Peninsula and were later apprehended.
- A 34-year-old Taiwanese man was arrested and charged with aggravated people-smuggling involving at least five people.
- The man faces up to 20 years in prison if found guilty.
- Another 30-year-old man was detained for further investigation.
- Defence Minister Pat Conroy plans to speak about "progressive patriotism," linking strong defence to national pride and industry strength.
- An audit revealed nearly $30 billion in extra costs on some defence projects, amounting to about a 40% increase before contracts were finalized.
- Conroy will argue that the Labor Party is best suited to lead Australia's defence and national security efforts.
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