Nicolas Johnston

Biography

Nicolas Johnston has a master’s degree from the Australian Defence Force Academy (UNSW Canberra). He received his BA in Political Science and International Comparative Studies from Duke University, North Carolina.

Contributions

Title	Date Published
Considering Military Involvement in Australia’s Domestic Counter-Terrorism Apparatus	1 Jul 2019

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As a result of recent outbreaks of COVID-19 in Victoria, authorities are now increasing state border patrols to more thoroughly regulate interstate travellers. Due to these current demands placed on the South Australian Police Force, the government has sought assistance from the Australian Defence Force. In support of SA Police, Australian Defence Force members have been deployed to the South Australian border, helping to man border crossings and control entry points as part of Operation COVID-19 Assist.

The Long Shadow of COVID-19 Tim Inglis 18 March 2025 Human Security, Emerging Threats and Opportunities, Civil-Military Relations