Rex Patrick
Rex Patrick is a former South Australian senator and submariner who has been vocal in discussing the implications of US military influence on Australia's defense policy, particularly in relation to advisory roles filled by former US Navy officers.
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Former senator and submarine expert Rex Patrick countered that AUKUS was a hugely risky program.
Christopher Pyne says nuclear submarine project likely to miss budget and time targets
Australia· 2026-07-16
Rex Patrick, the former independent senator for South Australia, is challenging the legislation in the High Court.
Will a new political party be formed to represent the centre?Australia· 2026-01-30
Rex Patrick, a former independent senator, is challenging federal donation laws to support independent candidates.
Former politicians Zoe Daniel and Rex Patrick launch High Court challenge, arguing laws favour major partiesAustralia· 2025-12-15
Rex Patrick, founder of the Whistleblower Justice Fund, expressed support for Boyle and his wife.
ATO whistleblower escapes jail time and convictionAustralia· 2025-08-28
Rex Patrick is a former South Australian senator who speculated on the advice given to the Defence Department.
Australian Defence Department, Burdeshaw Associations in the US, and millions of dollars worth of confidential businessAustralia· 2025-08-02
