2. Australia's Defence Links The Nature of the Defence Link © Karen Devine 2010

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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

9. The Nature of the Defence Link  Australia attempts to have good relationships with all nations. © Karen Devine 2010

10. 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

11. The Nature of the Defence Link  DFAT establishes consular missions overseas which represent Australia in negotiations and in maintaining relationships. © Karen Devine 2010

12. 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

13. 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

14. 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

15. 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

16. 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

17. 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

18. Pause Point  Watch Film on The Australian Defence Forces.The Australian Defence Forces. © Karen Devine 2010

19. Question Time?  Evaluate whether short films like you have just watched are propaganda. © Karen Devine 2010