Central Queensland politicians are set to hit Canberra next month with a bold defense investment pitch, leveraging the region’s booming military activity—including the army’s largest training exercise ever at Shoalwater Bay—to push for a logistics hub, medical center, and even a submarine facility. The centerpiece? The new Boxer Block II Combat Reconnaissance Vehicle, just field-tested in a high-stakes simulation involving thousands of troops, civilians, and fake media. With existing infrastructure like Rocky Airport and Gladstone’s port, plus a potential dual-use housing solution for both Olympic rowers and defense personnel, this isn’t just about jobs—it’s about positioning central Queensland as Australia’s next defense powerhouse.
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