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$50bn boost in overhaul of defence projects
Funding for defence projects will undergo a major shake-up after a landmark report found the Defence Force was not “fit for purpose”.
$50bn boost in overhaul of defence projects
Funding for defence projects will undergo a major shake-up after a landmark report found the Defence Force was not “fit for purpose”.
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