Australia must recruit hundreds more to crew Aukus submarines, retired admiral warns
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Aukus category. Published on October 28, 2026 • Originally reported by Narelle Towie in Perth. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Aukus category. Published on October 28, 2026 • Originally reported by Narelle Towie in Perth. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
As USS Colorado showcases the program in Perth, Peter Briggs says personnel is just one of the ‘huge issues’ it faces
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Australia faces an uphill battle to recruit and train enough naval personnel to serve on submarines planned for the future fleet of nuclear-powered vessels under the controversial $368bn Aukus deal, a retired admiral has warned.
As the Virginia-class submarine USS Colorado arrived at HMAS Stirling south of Perth on Tuesday for a month of routine maintenance and to help build Australian expertise, retired admiral Peter Briggs said more people needed to be enrolled in the navy’s submarine program.
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