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Has the Australian Defence Force become top heavy?

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5 months ago

December 1, 2023

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Despite a decrease in overall personnel numbers, the Australian Defence Force (ADF) has seen a notable increase in senior officers, leading to concerns about its top-heavy structure.

In recent years, the ADF has undergone significant downsizing efforts, resulting in a reduced total workforce.

However, a closer look at the numbers reveals a surprising trend – a growing number of senior officers within the organization.

The rise in senior officers has raised questions about the efficiency and effectiveness of the ADF’s hierarchy.

Critics argue that a top-heavy structure may hinder decision-making and resource allocation, potentially impacting the ADF’s operational capabilities.

Is the increase in senior officers a deliberate strategy, or is it the result of unintended consequences from downsizing efforts?

What implications does a top-heavy structure have on the ADF’s ability to respond to evolving security challenges?

Are there plans to rebalance the officer-to-enlisted personnel ratio within the ADF?

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EV market witnesses unprecedented price cuts

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6 hours ago

May 13, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Established brands like Peugeot and Nissan are slashing prices by significant margins to compete with emerging Chinese EV competitors.

Facing a dual challenge of a decelerating growth in EV adoption and a surge in competitively priced alternatives from Chinese manufacturers like BYD and MG, traditional automakers are forced to enact substantial price cuts to clear inventory.

This trend reflects the fast pace within the market and signals the formidable struggle for dominance in the EV space. #featured #trending

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President Biden threatens to cut off weapons supplies to Israel

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4 days ago

May 10, 2024

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Does this mark a shift in Washington’s public approach to the war?

President Joe Biden is vowing to withhold weapons from Israel if the Jewish State goes forward with its invasion of Rafah.

The comments came after the Biden administration halted a recent shipment of bombs amid concerns over Israel’s plans to launch a full-scale assault on Rafah even as cease-fire talks continue with Hamas.

Jonathan Tobin, the Editor-in-Chief of Jewish News Syndicate, joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

#IN AMERICA TODAY #trending #Israel #Hamas #Gaza #GazaWar #Rafah

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OpenAI prepares search software to rival Google

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4 days ago

May 9, 2024

Nathan Langridge

OpenAI is gearing up to launch a groundbreaking AI-powered search product, aiming to compete directly with Google’s dominant search engine.

By harnessing the power of AI, OpenAI aims to deliver more accurate and relevant search results, potentially revolutionising the way people access and consume information online.

Russ Macumber from Impressive joins to discuss. #trending #featured