20 February, 2015

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Federal Government’s past promises a distant dream

Media ArticlesBy Martin Hamilton-Smith 20 February, 2015

Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott has provided the clearest indication yet that the Federal Government is moving to break its promise to South Australians. South Australian Minister for Defence Industries said the announcements fall well short of the unqualified promise made to Australian industry and workers prior to the Federal election, that there would be…

South Australia to build on defence strengths

Media ReleasesBy Martin Hamilton-Smith 20 February, 2015

Premier Jay Weatherill and Minister for Defence Industries Martin Hamilton Smith today launched a 10-year strategy for South Australia’s defence sector. Speaking to a 100-strong audience of Defence and industry leaders, Premier Weatherill reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to the defence sector. “Defence is a critical sector for South Australia,” Mr Weatherill said. “It is a…