Port Kembla, Newcastle and Brisbane are all shortlisted as possible east coast sites for a nuclear submarine base, but what are the pros and cons of each location?
"In Wollongong's case, we have that deep port as well as access to the Continental Shelf," Dr Di Pietro said.Sarah Pavillard, who runs a defence consultancy firm, said this feature could be looked upon favourably.
Brisbane also has a naval presence at its port, with HMAS Moreton providing administrative and logistical support for visiting naval vessels.However, University of Queensland civil engineer Dr Alistair Grinham said one of the biggest issues would be the risk of flood and the build-up of sediment that could compromise the subs.
A submarine base at the Port of Newcastle would face an additional challenge in that it is 50 per cent owned by a Chinese company.
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