Operation POSTERN was a joint forcible entry operation in New Guinea, 1943, spearheaded by land forces from the Australian I Corps. It was a truly joint and combined operation that involved all three services and forces from Australia and the United States. A retrospective glance at POSTERN affords valuable insights for future maritime campaigning. For the foreseeable future, the core military problem for amphibious and littoral operational planners is likely to remain gaining access to maritime terrain across multiple contested domains, and generating sufficient combat power ashore to stage at or seize advance bases. Operation POSTERN offers important operational lessons in theater-shaping, deception, manoeuvre, and advance basing.

In an interconnected world, Australia is influenced by various strategic competition pathways. To comprehend this complex landscape and the motives of different actors, a new approach is needed. The 2023 Defence Strategic Review suggests adopting net assessment, enabling a better understanding of the circumstances Australia faces. This practice will aid in developing a long-term defense strategy, generating capabilities, and aligning military power with other national instruments to achieve government objectives. Implementing net assessment will enhance decision-making among senior Defense leaders and support national strategy implementation.

Explore the humanitarian laws of war: non-discriminatory care, protection of medical units, and rights of POWs and civilians, ensuring dignity and fair treatment.

Why the ADF needs to incorporate non-linearity into contemporary planning to seize a competitive advantage. This paper will argue that the Australian Defence Force (ADF) must place greater emphasis on nonlinear thinking and methodologies to enable a more holistic understanding of the contemporary operational environment and develop the intellectual edge required to outsmart, out-innovate, and outmanoeuvre its adversary.

Unveiling the untold connection between military leadership, moral injury, and the ethics of care. Dive into a captivating article that challenges traditional notions of "care" and reveals its true significance in the military context. Explore how the philosophy of care demands responsibility, shapes ethical decision-making, and safeguards against moral injury. Discover why caring is not a weakness but a powerful force that ensures the ethical conduct of military leaders and combatants. Join author Anne Goyne in this thought-provoking journey to understand the profound impact of care on military operations and the prevention of moral harm.

Discover the hidden strength within the military: the philosophy of care. While often overlooked, care is far from a weakness. It binds soldiers together, making them stronger and more resilient. But what does care really mean in this context? Dive into this thought-provoking article by Anne Goyne, to uncover how care drives personal sacrifice, shapes ethical leadership, and ultimately serves as the moral compass of the military. Don't miss out on understanding the transformative power of care in the armed forces.

Military Wellbeing Support in a Secular Context. Delve into the complexities of providing support to non-religious Australian Defence Force members. Explore the reliance on religious chaplains and the need for diverse professionals. Discover the potential impact on member well-being and join us in exploring the evolving landscape of military support.

Uncovering Student Science Learning Motivation: How do pre-service teachers' perspectives shape motivation strategies? Explore the evolving Theory of Action in science education through a compelling Australian case study. Valuable insights for teacher education and Training Systems Officers.