A Port Kembla nuclear submarine base would ‘place a massive target on our backs’, NSW labour union warns
Summary
A labour union and community groups have raised concerns about plans to use Port Kembla, near Sydney, as a base for nuclear-powered submarines under the Aukus security agreement. They warn that this could make the area a military target and affect local services and housing, while some fear the base may primarily serve US submarines rather than Australian ones.Key Facts
- Documents show Port Kembla is a preferred site for an east coast nuclear submarine base in Australia.
- The South Coast Labour Council warned this choice could make the area a target for military enemies.
- The proposed base is close to schools and could impact health care, transport, and housing prices.
- The Aukus agreement involves Australia, the US, and the UK collaborating on nuclear submarines.
- Union leader Arthur Rorris said reports admit local infrastructure would suffer and criticized government secrecy.
- Concerns exist that Australia may not get its own nuclear submarines but will pay for US subs stationed there.
- Anti-war groups and many local residents oppose creating a US nuclear submarine base at Port Kembla.
- Large community protests include a declaration signed by over 40 organizations and a march of 4,000 people.
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