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The article presents the author's views on the restrictions imposed on the certifications of computer games by the Office of Film and Literature Classification (OFLC) in Australia. It is viewed that Australia has earned the dubious reputation of being intolerant towards sexuality, violence, and other adult themes in computer games as the authorities have banned several computer games like "Rule of Rose," and "Reservoir Dogs."

The article reports that with Australia's increasing commitment to Asian multinational efforts, its maritime forces have stretched their capabilities in attempting to balance operations and procurement while maintaining the fleet. Its emphasis on defense acquisition reform ensures that investments are spent efficiently. At the same time, these efforts affect major naval procurement and may delay several high-profile programs. The Royal Australian Navy accepted "operational release" status of this class in 2004, thereby expressing confidence in their ability to undertake maneuvers and operations.

A high-tech Chinese spy ship in international waters off Australia's northern coast has been monitoring joint military exercises between Australia and the U.S., the Australian defense force said. "Australia respects the rights of all states to exercise freedom of navigation in international waters in accordance with international law", the defense department said. [Extracted from the article]

Foreign Minister Julie Bishop defended Australia's top public servant Michael Thawley after he said China isn't able to play a serious global leadership role. Thawley, who is secretary of the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, said in a speech in Canberra on Tuesday that "China won't help you produce a solution" to international problems, the Sydney Morning Herald reported. [Extracted from the article]

The article explains the reason behind the use of the phrase "Talisman Sabre" in the biennial exercise between the Australian and U.S. forces.

The article reports on the deployment of six Royal Australian AF F-111s from No 6 Squadron at Amberley for Exercise Northern Challenge. The move was part of an operational conversion course for the last new aircrew members to be converted onto the type. The Challenge involved the release of live and inert weapons into the Shoalwater Bay Training Area.

Presents an update on the U.S. Army as of July 4, 2005. Participation of troops from Alaska in the Talisman Saber military exercise held in Australia; Replacement of special forces soldiers by drill sergeants at the Kabul Military Training Center in Afghanistan; Mobilization of two North Dakota National Guard units for duty in Iraq and Bosnia.

The author reflects on the press releases issued by the Defence Media on behalf of the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), which he claims as stupid. One of the press releases is about the plan to power RAN's West Australian base, Her Majesty's Australian Ship (HMAS) "Stirling," with wave energy. The other press release is the successful sinking by the HMAS "Farncomb" of a stationary derelict target ship.