Top commander warns Australia's army is being prepared for war
Australia's top military commander warned troops at a Townsville parade that the army is being prepared for war amid unprecedented global threats. Major General Ash Collingburn's statement comes as defence experts question the nation's readiness, noting Australia ranks 71st globally in military personnel despite the world's 15th largest defence budget.
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Published 02 Aug 2026, 12:15 UTC · Updated 02 Aug 2026, 12:20 UTC
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