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PM needs to fix defence dysfunction before spending increase

An auditor-general’s report raises uncomfortable questions for the Defence Department over accountability and transparency.

Andrew TillettForeign affairs, defence correspondent
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Short of fighting an actual war, preparedness is the military’s most important job.

Military units need to be ready to be deployed at short notice – in some cases with only a few hours’ warning for counterterrorism operations – to respond to emergencies and conflicts.

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Andrew Tillett writes on politics, foreign affairs, defence and security from the Canberra press gallery. Connect with Andrew on Facebook and Twitter. Email Andrew at andrew.tillett@afr.com
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