Tag: defence
Peaceniks decry city’s push for defence jobs
By NOEL MURPHY
ANTI-WAR activists have slammed Geelong leaders for pursuing a $20 billion army contract instead of opportunities in alternative energy, food and medical...
Deakin invisible studies take aim at a warfare edge
By NOEL MURPHY
YOU’VE seen how effective invisible warriors can be in movies such as Arnie Schwarzenegger’s Predator but is it really possible to camouflage...
Extra firepower for Geelong’s $20b army contract bid
A $60,500 grant will add firepower to Geelong’s bid for a $20 billion army manufacturing project.
Member for Western Victoria David Koch announced the funding...
Lyons raps Napthine over Geelong’s Land 400 bid
By NOEL MURPHY
City Hall is ramping up its bid to host the $20 billion Land 400 military vehicle contract with mayor Darryn Lyons taking...
Visit’s boost for $10b bid
By JOHN VAN KLAVEREN
GEELONG'S push for a $10 billion army contract is firing up, with the assistant defence minister visiting Geelong next month.
Federal MP...
PM invites city’s pitch for $10b combat work
By NOEL MURPHY
GEELONG’S bid for a $10 billion combat vehicle contract will go to Prime Minister Tony Abbott’s office and senior cabinet ministers after...
Belmont Probus celebrates 30 years
Combined Probus Club of Belmont marked a significant milestone with a celebratory lunch this week.
The club commemorated its 30 year anniversary at White Eagle...
