I think the Aussie MOD has come to the rightful conclusion that large scale Airborne operations are over, where as an Amphibious unit can still be useful with most engagements. Doing the Traditional secure a beach head for follow on forces.
Looking to all the Island chains to the North of the Australian Continent; and the very real possibility of wars fought for ownership of the South China sea (Spratly Islands Oil reserve).
Looks logical from my side.
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