Making Australians safer and strengthening our sovereign defence industry was the theme of Minister for Defence Industry, Pat Conroy speech to the American Chamber of Commerce in Australia  lunch during the National Rugby League Magic Round.

 

As a fellow mad Sydney Roosters fan, Pat put on his Industry and International Development and the Pacific Ministerial cap to share how Rugby League is playing an integral role in soft diplomacy with our nearest neighbour Papua New Guinea.

 

Both Pat and I have our fingers and toes crossed that the Mighty Roosters will be victorious against the Sharks this weekend.