Australia's Defence Links The Nature of the Defence Link © Karen Devine 2010
Australia’s Defence Links Australia’s ocean borders make it a difficult country to invade. Yet, it also has a large border to patrol and protect. © Karen Devine 2010
Australia’s Defence Links The Australian government’s focus is on decreasing the use of force by: a) promoting alliances b) developing an international environment which doesn’t rely on force. © Karen Devine 2010
Australia’s Defence Links Australia’s main defence links are with: a) the UNO b) the USA c) the UK d) Malaysia e) Singapore f) Indonesia g) PNG h) New Zealand. © Karen Devine 2010
Australia’s Defence Links The work of Australia’s defence forces includes: a) patrolling waters b) supply ships c) surveillance d) counter terrorism e) gathering intelligence f) engineering work g) peacekeeping activities. © Karen Devine 2010
Australia’s Defence Links Australia’s defence forces are presently located in many parts of the world including: a) Iraq b) Afghanistan c) East Timor d) Cambodia. © Karen Devine 2010
Australia’s Defence Links Australia’s peacekeeping role in East Timor has caused significant tension in her relationship with Indonesia. Yet, peacekeeping has been essential in the region. © Karen Devine 2010
The Nature of the Defence Link Australia attempts to have good relationships with all nations. © Karen Devine 2010
The Nature of the Defence Link The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is responsible for implementing Australia’s foreign affairs and trade policies and improving Australia’s interests through: a) working to improve Australia’s security b) promoting economic growth c) aiding Australians living overseas d) strengthening global relationships overseas. © Karen Devine 2010
The Nature of the Defence Link DFAT establishes consular missions overseas which represent Australia in negotiations and in maintaining relationships. © Karen Devine 2010
The Nature of the Defence Link Even though Australia aims to create bilateral and multilateral alliances with other nations, there is a defence plan which aims to prevent and defeat force used against the nation. © Karen Devine 2010
The Nature of the Defence Link Many of Australia’s defence links are in the Asia- Pacific area. However, long term alliances also exist in the UK and with the USA. Australia’s long term allies are related to former conflicts in WWI and WWII. © Karen Devine 2010
The Nature of the Defence Link New Zealand is a long term ally due to the ANZAC relationship forged during the Gallipoli campaign. © Karen Devine 2010
The Nature of the Defence Link Australia is also indebted to PNG for its assistance during WWII in fighting the Japanese. The PNG “Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels” saved many Australian lives during the conflict. © Karen Devine 2010
The Nature of the Defence Link Australia’s defence links are also strategic and linked to the stability of the Asia-Pacific region. © Karen Devine 2010
The Nature of the Defence Link Australia has traditionally been allied to nations which: a) seek independence from their colonisers b) are unique in their importance in the region c) are closely situated to Australia d) can be of economic significance e) share a similar history and traditions f) suffer extreme disadvantage due to invading forces g) can add strength to Australia’s armed forces h) need peacekeepers to resolve a domestic crisis. © Karen Devine 2010
Pause Point Watch Film on The Australian Defence Forces.The Australian Defence Forces. © Karen Devine 2010
Question Time? Evaluate whether short films like you have just watched are propaganda. © Karen Devine 2010