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The former MPs cashing in on Australia’s defence spending boom

Former defence ministers have ties to dozens of military companies, lobbying outfits, strategic advisory firms and think tanks.

Andrew Tillett
Andrew TillettForeign affairs, defence correspondent
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Former defence ministers with ties to more than 40 defence contractors, strategic advisory firms and think tanks are benefiting from Australia’s military spending boom and the turbulent geopolitical environment.

An analysis by AFR Weekend of the federal lobbyists register and public announcements reveals several influential former ministers now lobbying for or advising defence-related interests after leaving government service.

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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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    Original URL: https://www.afr.com/politics/federal/the-former-mps-cashing-in-on-australia-s-defence-spending-boom-20250320-p5ll1w