Australia's defence spending this year is set to include infrastructure projects at five military bases in the Philippines. The bases are all located on the island of Luzon, in proximity to the contested South China Sea and self-governing Taiwan — two major flashpoints in regional relations. The investments come as Australia and the South-East Asian nation are expected to sign a new pact to increase collaboration between their defence forces. Experts say these agreements are clears signs of how

6.7K views · 94 reactions | It has been revealed the cost of more than 200 Queensland infrastructure projects have soared by nearly $7 billion. | Sky News Australia | Facebook

5.6K views · 38 reactions | Scott Morrison has unveiled plans to fast-track key infrastructure projects in a bid to pull Australia out of recession. More: 7news.link/2AArfgX #auspol #7NEWS | 7NEWS Sydney | Facebook

13K views · 128 reactions | Australia's peak infrastructure body has today released a blueprint to build the nation over the next 15 years, which sees Australia with interconnected public transport, fast telecoms, and resilient communities. Read the full story at www.skynews.com.au | Sky News Australia | Facebook

🇦🇺🔥Australia hit by massive wildfires: tens of thousands without power, missing persons reported In the state of Victoria, authorities have declared a state of emergency due to extreme wildfires. The emergency affects 18 municipalities and a ski resort area. Preliminary reports indicate three people are missing. The fires have disrupted infrastructure, leaving around 38,000 homes and businesses without electricity. | Ukraine Breaking News