News live: Australia gives Ukraine another $100m for fight against Russia; AFL great in hospital after truck crash

The federal government has announced another $100m in support for Ukraine as it continues its fight against Russia’s invasion. Australia’s Ambassador to Nato, Angus Campbell , represented Australia at the Ukraine Defence Contact Group meeting in Brussels overnight, announcing plans to bring Australia’s overall support for Ukraine to over $1.8bn. The new contribution will come in the form of two $50m payments to the Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List, of which Australia is a major backer. It will help secure the military equipment and capabilities the country needs to defend itself, including air defence capabilities and munitions, the government said. The defence minister, Richard Marles , said: double quotation mark What happens in Ukraine matters here in the Indo-Pacific, which is why it is so important for Australia to stay the course and continue to stand with Ukraine until they find peace on their terms.