David M. Andrews
@davidmandrews.bsky.social
✍️🎙🎧 on defence, international security, foreign policy, alliances, and the politics of national security | fmr. ANU NSC, Australian Department of Defence | Ps 46 | 🇦🇺 in 🇮🇩
On this topic, and for similar concerns articulated at greater length and in more comprehensive and compelling terms, I would also strongly recommend @limdarrenj.bsky.social most recent episode of "Australia in the World", especially pt.2 from 9.00-16.30.
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January 26, 2026 at 6:19 AM
On this topic, and for similar concerns articulated at greater length and in more comprehensive and compelling terms, I would also strongly recommend @limdarrenj.bsky.social most recent episode of "Australia in the World", especially pt.2 from 9.00-16.30.
www.podbean.com/pw/pbblog-wr...
www.podbean.com/pw/pbblog-wr...
Greg Moriarty is a very sensible appointment as Australia's next Ambassador to the US. Indeed, of the options touted, the clear standout. Long-term Sec. of Defence Dept, fmr. Ambassador, and best placed to build on existing ties to senior USG officials.
www.smh.com.au/politics/fed...
www.smh.com.au/politics/fed...
Defence secretary, former Turnbull aide to become next Australian ambassador to US
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described Greg Moriarty as an “outstanding Australian public servant” in announcing he would take the prestigious posting.
www.smh.com.au
January 25, 2026 at 1:42 AM
Greg Moriarty is a very sensible appointment as Australia's next Ambassador to the US. Indeed, of the options touted, the clear standout. Long-term Sec. of Defence Dept, fmr. Ambassador, and best placed to build on existing ties to senior USG officials.
www.smh.com.au/politics/fed...
www.smh.com.au/politics/fed...
For more perspectives on Mark Carney's rupture of the international order speech, I recommend:
@seva.bsky.social
hegemon.substack.com/p/the-strong...
@georgeeaton.bsky.social @newstatesman1913.bsky.social
morningcall.substack.com/p/morning-ca...
@economist.com
www.economist.com/briefing/202...
@seva.bsky.social
hegemon.substack.com/p/the-strong...
@georgeeaton.bsky.social @newstatesman1913.bsky.social
morningcall.substack.com/p/morning-ca...
@economist.com
www.economist.com/briefing/202...
January 22, 2026 at 7:13 AM
For more perspectives on Mark Carney's rupture of the international order speech, I recommend:
@seva.bsky.social
hegemon.substack.com/p/the-strong...
@georgeeaton.bsky.social @newstatesman1913.bsky.social
morningcall.substack.com/p/morning-ca...
@economist.com
www.economist.com/briefing/202...
@seva.bsky.social
hegemon.substack.com/p/the-strong...
@georgeeaton.bsky.social @newstatesman1913.bsky.social
morningcall.substack.com/p/morning-ca...
@economist.com
www.economist.com/briefing/202...
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's speech at the World Economic Forum on Tuesday has been described by many prominent analysts and commentators as one of the most consequential geopolitical speeches in recent decades, but I confess that it left me feeling somewhat underwhelmed.
January 22, 2026 at 1:07 AM
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's speech at the World Economic Forum on Tuesday has been described by many prominent analysts and commentators as one of the most consequential geopolitical speeches in recent decades, but I confess that it left me feeling somewhat underwhelmed.
Phase 1 of the books have arrived, and interim desk is set up. Starting to feel more settled into Jakarta. 🇦🇺🇮🇩
January 13, 2026 at 10:40 AM
Phase 1 of the books have arrived, and interim desk is set up. Starting to feel more settled into Jakarta. 🇦🇺🇮🇩
I say it every season, but Avery @trufelman.bsky.social's Articles of Interest is an exemplary podcast and I cannot recommend it enough.
This season was "Gear": all about the interplay between the military, fashion, and the outdoor industry.
This season was "Gear": all about the interplay between the military, fashion, and the outdoor industry.
January 7, 2026 at 2:54 AM
I say it every season, but Avery @trufelman.bsky.social's Articles of Interest is an exemplary podcast and I cannot recommend it enough.
This season was "Gear": all about the interplay between the military, fashion, and the outdoor industry.
This season was "Gear": all about the interplay between the military, fashion, and the outdoor industry.
A lovely penultimate afternoon in Sydney at Greenwich Baths, but even more importantly given my birding proclivities, we were graced by an osprey gliding over the harbour bays - my first ever sighting in the wild 🤩
January 6, 2026 at 6:56 AM
A lovely penultimate afternoon in Sydney at Greenwich Baths, but even more importantly given my birding proclivities, we were graced by an osprey gliding over the harbour bays - my first ever sighting in the wild 🤩
Teach them young, the ways of Age of Empires 2.
"Mandaten...Fisk...Gaderer."
"Mandaten...Fisk...Gaderer."
December 30, 2025 at 5:22 AM
Teach them young, the ways of Age of Empires 2.
"Mandaten...Fisk...Gaderer."
"Mandaten...Fisk...Gaderer."
Happy Christmas, all! ✝️
December 24, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Happy Christmas, all! ✝️
Sage advice from @johncoyne14.bsky.social @aspi-org.bsky.social in the SMH:
"trad[ing] precision for speed...raises uncomfortable questions about why rapid regulatory changes are now being pushed through with limited analysis when existing laws appear adequate but imperfectly applied..."
"trad[ing] precision for speed...raises uncomfortable questions about why rapid regulatory changes are now being pushed through with limited analysis when existing laws appear adequate but imperfectly applied..."
December 22, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Sage advice from @johncoyne14.bsky.social @aspi-org.bsky.social in the SMH:
"trad[ing] precision for speed...raises uncomfortable questions about why rapid regulatory changes are now being pushed through with limited analysis when existing laws appear adequate but imperfectly applied..."
"trad[ing] precision for speed...raises uncomfortable questions about why rapid regulatory changes are now being pushed through with limited analysis when existing laws appear adequate but imperfectly applied..."
I have no expectation that these words will ultimately change anything, but I feel compelled to express my deep disquiet and worry about the way in which the political-media narratives are developing following the Bondi antisemitic terror attack.
davidmandrews.com/2025/12/19/b...
davidmandrews.com/2025/12/19/b...
Bipartisanship, social cohesion, and the aftermath of the Bondi terror attacks
I have no expectation that these words will ultimately change anything, but I feel compelled to express my deep disquiet and worry about the way in which the political-media narratives are developi…
davidmandrews.com
December 19, 2025 at 3:48 AM
I have no expectation that these words will ultimately change anything, but I feel compelled to express my deep disquiet and worry about the way in which the political-media narratives are developing following the Bondi antisemitic terror attack.
davidmandrews.com/2025/12/19/b...
davidmandrews.com/2025/12/19/b...
Reposted by David M. Andrews
I'm interested to understand the mechanism here: which specific antisemitism-focused policies does Howard think would have prevented the Bondi attack?
John Howard calls push to tighten gun laws an 'attempted diversion'
Former prime minister John Howard, whose gun reforms fundamentally reshaped Australia, says he would support further tightening, but it cannot be made into a distraction or an "excuse" not to tackle antisemitism.
www.abc.net.au
December 16, 2025 at 12:54 AM
I'm interested to understand the mechanism here: which specific antisemitism-focused policies does Howard think would have prevented the Bondi attack?
The final stage of packing up the house ahead of the move to Indonesia: getting my Warhammer minis ready to travel. Stay strong, brothers - for the Lion! 🫣🤞
December 16, 2025 at 4:32 AM
The final stage of packing up the house ahead of the move to Indonesia: getting my Warhammer minis ready to travel. Stay strong, brothers - for the Lion! 🫣🤞
Yesterday's attack in Bondi was, unambiguously, an abhorrent, evil, antisemitic terrorist attack and I grieve for the lives taken by the two gunmen, those who were injured, for all who have lost family and friends, and been impacted by this crime.
December 15, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Yesterday's attack in Bondi was, unambiguously, an abhorrent, evil, antisemitic terrorist attack and I grieve for the lives taken by the two gunmen, those who were injured, for all who have lost family and friends, and been impacted by this crime.
In what may be my last in-person engagement on staff @nscanu.bsky.social, it feels fitting that it's for our 15th anniversary celebrations: joining @rorymedcalf.bsky.social, current & former colleagues; students; exec ed alums to reflect on all that's been built in that time & looking ahead to 2040.
December 8, 2025 at 7:41 AM
In what may be my last in-person engagement on staff @nscanu.bsky.social, it feels fitting that it's for our 15th anniversary celebrations: joining @rorymedcalf.bsky.social, current & former colleagues; students; exec ed alums to reflect on all that's been built in that time & looking ahead to 2040.
Always a delight to be back on Monocle Radio, this time with Vincent McAviney to discuss the new Australia-Indonesia security treaty, the prospects of an Indo-Pacific NATO, and Australian defence spending.
My segment starts at 32:00
My segment starts at 32:00
November 20, 2025 at 5:19 AM
Always a delight to be back on Monocle Radio, this time with Vincent McAviney to discuss the new Australia-Indonesia security treaty, the prospects of an Indo-Pacific NATO, and Australian defence spending.
My segment starts at 32:00
My segment starts at 32:00
For those who are interested in such things, does anyone have recommendations for political analysis podcasts focused on Australia? There are lots produced by newspapers and journalists as part of their multimedia spread, but I mean something more like The Rest is Politics.
November 18, 2025 at 5:40 AM
For those who are interested in such things, does anyone have recommendations for political analysis podcasts focused on Australia? There are lots produced by newspapers and journalists as part of their multimedia spread, but I mean something more like The Rest is Politics.
A roundup of some of my initial reflections in the media on the new Australia-Indonesia Bilateral Security Treaty.
In short: a really positive development, and frankly, an exciting one. Lots of water to go under the bridge, ofc, but a big step forward in the relationship.
🧵
In short: a really positive development, and frankly, an exciting one. Lots of water to go under the bridge, ofc, but a big step forward in the relationship.
🧵
November 13, 2025 at 11:45 PM
A roundup of some of my initial reflections in the media on the new Australia-Indonesia Bilateral Security Treaty.
In short: a really positive development, and frankly, an exciting one. Lots of water to go under the bridge, ofc, but a big step forward in the relationship.
🧵
In short: a really positive development, and frankly, an exciting one. Lots of water to go under the bridge, ofc, but a big step forward in the relationship.
🧵
Reposted by David M. Andrews
In the latest #NatSecPod 🎙️
💡 What makes #innovation in the geospatial intelligence space key to building resilience?
Australian Geospatial-Intelligence Organisation Director Kathryn McMullan joins Sally Bulkeley to discuss this & more.
Listen ⤵️
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@davidmandrews.bsky.social
💡 What makes #innovation in the geospatial intelligence space key to building resilience?
Australian Geospatial-Intelligence Organisation Director Kathryn McMullan joins Sally Bulkeley to discuss this & more.
Listen ⤵️
tinyurl.com/9hmpcmef
@davidmandrews.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 10:32 PM
In the latest #NatSecPod 🎙️
💡 What makes #innovation in the geospatial intelligence space key to building resilience?
Australian Geospatial-Intelligence Organisation Director Kathryn McMullan joins Sally Bulkeley to discuss this & more.
Listen ⤵️
tinyurl.com/9hmpcmef
@davidmandrews.bsky.social
💡 What makes #innovation in the geospatial intelligence space key to building resilience?
Australian Geospatial-Intelligence Organisation Director Kathryn McMullan joins Sally Bulkeley to discuss this & more.
Listen ⤵️
tinyurl.com/9hmpcmef
@davidmandrews.bsky.social
Huge news in Australia-Indonesia relations, and ANOTHER bilateral security treaty being lined up by the Albanese government.
Ostensibly going beyond the 1995 Agreement in scope, including annual leader and ministerial meetings, joint activities, and with consultation obligations.
(1/2)
Ostensibly going beyond the 1995 Agreement in scope, including annual leader and ministerial meetings, joint activities, and with consultation obligations.
(1/2)
November 12, 2025 at 5:57 AM
Huge news in Australia-Indonesia relations, and ANOTHER bilateral security treaty being lined up by the Albanese government.
Ostensibly going beyond the 1995 Agreement in scope, including annual leader and ministerial meetings, joint activities, and with consultation obligations.
(1/2)
Ostensibly going beyond the 1995 Agreement in scope, including annual leader and ministerial meetings, joint activities, and with consultation obligations.
(1/2)
It's been a big week of news for the Australian intelligence community! 🕵
Full links below, but we've seen addresses from three agency heads in the space of one week - ASIO's Mike Burgess, ACIC's Heather Cook, and AGO's Kathryn McMullan.
Get your eyes and ears around it 🧵
Full links below, but we've seen addresses from three agency heads in the space of one week - ASIO's Mike Burgess, ACIC's Heather Cook, and AGO's Kathryn McMullan.
Get your eyes and ears around it 🧵
November 7, 2025 at 2:19 AM
It's been a big week of news for the Australian intelligence community! 🕵
Full links below, but we've seen addresses from three agency heads in the space of one week - ASIO's Mike Burgess, ACIC's Heather Cook, and AGO's Kathryn McMullan.
Get your eyes and ears around it 🧵
Full links below, but we've seen addresses from three agency heads in the space of one week - ASIO's Mike Burgess, ACIC's Heather Cook, and AGO's Kathryn McMullan.
Get your eyes and ears around it 🧵
What a joy to begin the week, and my last month working in Canberra (for now), at the Australian National Prayer Breakfast hearing my friend @johnpauldickson.bsky.social teaching from Romans 12:11-18. Conviction and compassion. Zeal united with grace, empathy, and joy. Rejoice in hope.
November 2, 2025 at 8:52 PM
What a joy to begin the week, and my last month working in Canberra (for now), at the Australian National Prayer Breakfast hearing my friend @johnpauldickson.bsky.social teaching from Romans 12:11-18. Conviction and compassion. Zeal united with grace, empathy, and joy. Rejoice in hope.
Reposted by David M. Andrews
Don't miss this #NatSecPod 🎙️
👨👨👦👦 Why is it important to preserve public #trust and participation in the electoral process and what are some of the challenges to this?
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👨👨👦👦 Why is it important to preserve public #trust and participation in the electoral process and what are some of the challenges to this?
Tom Rogers and Tim Wilford discuss this and more.
Listen now ⤵️
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@davidmandrews.bsky.social
October 30, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Don't miss this #NatSecPod 🎙️
👨👨👦👦 Why is it important to preserve public #trust and participation in the electoral process and what are some of the challenges to this?
Tom Rogers and Tim Wilford discuss this and more.
Listen now ⤵️
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@davidmandrews.bsky.social
👨👨👦👦 Why is it important to preserve public #trust and participation in the electoral process and what are some of the challenges to this?
Tom Rogers and Tim Wilford discuss this and more.
Listen now ⤵️
tinyurl.com/mu9bpduh
@davidmandrews.bsky.social
Picking up on this point from Rory Medcalf, I've also been struck by the very explicit "interests-forward" framing of the alliance that Labor has set out over the last year. It's a real shift, not only from the Abbott/Hockey era, but I'd say Howard/Downer, too.
October 22, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Picking up on this point from Rory Medcalf, I've also been struck by the very explicit "interests-forward" framing of the alliance that Labor has set out over the last year. It's a real shift, not only from the Abbott/Hockey era, but I'd say Howard/Downer, too.