Opinion Politics of subs deal yet to play out By Kristian Constantinides Some US lawmakers still have concerns about the nuclear-powered subs deal with Australia. 04 Jul 2023
Opinion Need for speed comes at a cost By Kristian Constantinides Trade-offs will be required to ensure defence procurement is capable of delivering the necessary security pillars in a changed geopolitical context. 20 Jun 2023
Opinion Preparing to avoid conflict By Kristian Constantinides The federal budget delivered some good news for veterans and WA industry. 06 Jun 2023
Opinion Inputs needed to shore up defence By Kristian Constantinides Threats and challenges identified in the 1990s remain today. 23 May 2023
Opinion Future for veterans’ advisory forum By Kristian Constantinides Clear communication is vital if veterans are to find the right starting point for support. 09 May 2023
Opinion Diplomacy vital to support subs spend By Kristian Constantinides The nuclear subs deal has supporters and detractors both within Australia and overseas. 20 Apr 2023
Opinion Subs deal secures trilateral ties By Kristian Constantinides Details of Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine agreement have surfaced. 06 Apr 2023
Opinion WA aviation chops on show at Avalon By Kristian Constantinides WA businesses and government were well represented at a major biennial event. 21 Mar 2023
Opinion Spy balloon sends a signal By Kristian Constantinides The US is facing a foe that is increasingly its equal. 07 Mar 2023
Opinion Trade as a weapon of war By Kristian Constantinides The use of economic sanctions and trade tools can be effective supports for battlefield action. 21 Feb 2023
Opinion Partnership positives for Australia By Kristian Constantinides AUKUS must be more than a collection of convenient solutions. 07 Feb 2023
Opinion Sector well advised to face forward By Kristian Constantinides The next 12 months will present a host of opportunities for the defence manufacturing sector in WA. 24 Jan 2023
Opinion Australia watches as China temperature eases By Kristian Constantinides Xi Jinping may have reached out to world leaders but is still firmly focused on China’s long game. 20 Dec 2022
Opinion Celebration of common cause By Kristian Constantinides The defence sector’s culture and growth was on display at an industry event earlier this month. 07 Dec 2022
Opinion Budget defence and diplomacy By Kristian Constantinides Australia’s official development assistance needs to grow in alignment with the defence spend. 22 Nov 2022
Opinion Process reform must reflect urgency By Kristian Constantinides The federal government has proposed six steps to improve the procurement process, which is too long in an increasingly dynamic environment. 08 Nov 2022
Opinion Role for merchant fleets in soft deterrence By Kristian Constantinides A veteran captain puts the case for the use of pre-positioned ships to shore up security. 25 Oct 2022
Opinion Positive change to avoid culture wars By Kristian Constantinides Evolving and improving aspects of ADF culture requires commitment, and patience. 13 Oct 2022
Opinion Pitch Black shines light on solidarity By Kristian Constantinides Developing and maintaining strong alliances is vital for security in the Indo-Pacific region. 27 Sep 2022
Opinion Conference puts WA in defence frame By Kristian Constantinides A conference in Perth has explored WA’s unique defence and security environment, threats and opportunities. 13 Sep 2022