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An editorial on the release of 2016 White Paper on February 25, 2016 is presented which provides coherent framework for a substantial increase in military spending to boost numbers of ADF and acquire more hardware. Topics discussed include issues related to spending 2% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) on military expenses, negative reaction of China to increase in Defence spending by Australia, and developing and building of high technology military equipment in Australia.

The article discusses the challenges and problems in acquiring nuclear-powered submarines. It cites a paper "Keeping Australia's Options Open in Constrained Strategic Circumstances," in which Submarine Institute of Australia said that the lack of Australian nuclear industry, acquisition and operational cost, and public and political problems hinder them to acquire nuclear-powered submarines. It indicates that the Australia government prioritizes on the defence of Australia by increasing the security of the air and sea approaches to the country. It notes that the non-nuclear submarine stands out as an option for underwater warfare.

The article discusses the Joint Project 2048 for the Amphibious Deployment and Sustainment (ADAS) capability through its acquisition of the Canberra-class LHDs and sealift ship HMAS Choules. Noted by Captain Dean Clark, author of the paper "Australia's Amphibious Ambition" is that the government need to acquire a surface means of projecting and sustaining force. Highlighted is the concern over the operating environment that is characterized by arphilagic, riverine, and estuarine systems.