Peter Dutton has long been one of the most controversial ministers in the federal government. 

As Immigration minister he became the face of the Coalition’s hardline policy on asylum seekers and refugees.

Now, at a time of rising global tension, especially in our region, he’s become the minister for Defence.

Today, chief political correspondent for The Saturday Paper Karen Middleton on Peter Dutton’s new job, and the concerns already being raised in the Defence community.

Guest: Chief political correspondent for The Saturday Paper Karen Middleton.

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