Ozbiggles
I think the telling part in this saga is the fact that the information was leaked from within the department itself. Obviously it was intended to destabilise the minister IOT prevent his comprehensive Defence department reform agenda. In the circumstances it is good that Rudd backed him. He will need to be carefull to cover himself in the future.
The reform is necessary IOT make Defence more accountable to Govt and the public. Just like other departments.