Ski Passes and Weber Grills? Obscure Perks of a U.S. Alliance
Briefly

The permanent American military presence on Australian soil is now at a scale unprecedented since the Second World War, raising concerns and questions about Australia’s returns.
As a sign of gratitude for Australia's military efforts, the E-3 visa was introduced in 2005, highlighting a unique benefit of the US-Australian alliance.
Supporters of the US-Australia alliance note significant investments in Australian military infrastructure, and joint exercises evolving in complexity, further reinforcing the partnership.
Australian military personnel benefit from exclusive offers such as discounts on ski passes and free admission to theme parks during deployments, highlighting unique perks of the alliance.
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