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Australian Submarine Lifespan Extended Amid Aukus Delay
The Australian government has decided to extend the lifespan of Collins-class submarines, costing taxpayers $11 billion. The decision comes amid delays in the AUKUS defense pact.
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The Guardian
HMAS Farncomb had been due to be retired this year, but is now expected to operate until about 2036<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/may/19/australia-news-live-queensland-weather-rain-flash-flood-victoria-infrastructure-environment-climate-jim-chalmers-b
2026-05-19 05:42 UTC