One former Defence Minister has voiced his thoughts on the Government's latest defence spending announcement. 

The Government unveiled the $12-billion dollar plan yesterday - $9 billion of it new spending.

It includes enhancing strike capabilities, replacing Boeing 757s, and upgrading javelin anti-tank missiles. 

Wayne Mapp joined the Afternoons team to discuss.

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One former Defence Minister has voiced his thoughts on the Government's latest defence spending announcement.&nbsp;
The Government unveiled the $12-billion dollar plan yesterday - $9 billion of it new spending.
It includes enhancing strike capabilities, replacing Boeing 757s, and upgrading javelin anti-tank missiles.&nbsp;
Wayne Mapp joined the Afternoons team to discuss.
LISTEN ABOVE

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Wayne Mapp: former Defence Minister on the Government's new multi-billion dollar defence investment

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