Defence in a hopeless situation

Beneath the announcements and the veneer about our defence forces, infrastructural development and assets – to be used in war – acquisition, there seems to be little real consolidation;

I feel that Australia is far from being prepared for any conflict, either in supporting allies or in defending our shores.

We are short on navy personnel, with, I believe, only three vessels in service at the moment.

The ADF is vigorously trying to step up recruiting to make up personnel shortfalls, while equipment upgrades and supply are many years away. We have been caught short on defence.