Digging in AUSTRALIAN soldiers protecting the Reconstruction Task Force in Afghanistan have repelled two Taliban attacks.
	Calming unrest in Timor AUSTRALIAN and New Zealand troops deployed in Timor-Leste are maintaining a strong presence to assist international police.
	Security support to APEC ABOUT 1500 ADF personnel will support NSW security operations during the APEC leaders’ week.
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