# Progressive Patriotism and Defence Reforms | Australia News

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Podcast: [Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/australia-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569932)
Published: 2026-07-01T12:54:50+00:00
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Defence Minister Pat Conroy is rallying Labor members around “progressive patriotism,” framing national security as a core progressive value to build support for the AUKUS submarine deal ahead of the party’s national conference. He’s also launching sweeping reforms, blaming the Defence Department for billions in cost overruns and announcing a new Defence Delivery Agency to take over major acquisitions, while scrapping the inefficient Defence Investment Committee. Conroy is positioning Labor as the natural defender of Australia’s security, drawing on its historical legacy from Whitlam to Gillard, and highlighting major investments in shipbuilding, drones, and missiles to boost self-reliance and industry growth. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9480d444c0929dc0

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