The announcement of a $34 million satellite ground station at Kapooka to boost national border protection has been welcomed by base commander Mick Garraway.
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Colonel Garraway said it was “fantastic” his base was chosen to be part of the project, with “a mix of good luck and geographical convenience.”
Optus and Viasat partnered with American defence industry giant Northrop Grumman in the bid for the $223 million contract, which will bolster surveillance in the region.
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Stephen Mudd is a journalist for Fairfax Media west of the great divide. He loves music, dogs and travel.
Stephen Mudd is a journalist for Fairfax Media west of the great divide. He loves music, dogs and travel.
