When
to
Where
Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture
15 Blackall St
Barton ACT 2600
Australia
Why
Will AUKUS keep us safe – at what cost?
In 2021, Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States announced the AUKUS partnership. A central element of this agreement is Australia's plan to acquire up to eight nuclear-powered submarines at an estimated cost of $368+ billion over 30 years — announced without prior public consultation or a parliamentary vote.
The Australian Peace and Security Forum is auspicing an independent Public Inquiry into AUKUS, led by:
- The Hon Peter Garrett AM FTSE
- Yankunytjatjara Woman Karina Lester
- Honorary Professor, Admiral Chris Barrie AC RAN R’td
- The Hon Dr Carmen Lawrence AO
- Leanne Minshull
There are several hearings planned around Australia. This is to register for the Canberra public hearing on Thursday 2rd, 2026 (Day Two). There will be two days of hearings in Canberra, please ensure you are registering for your preferred day.
The hearing will run from 10:00am to 6:00pm and will be held at the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture (ACCC). All are welcome to attend and observe.
The hearing will hear from invited presenters who have made submissions to the Inquiry. Commissioners will ask questions and engage with the evidence presented. All are welcome to attend and observe.
If you would like to be considered as a presenter at this or any other hearing, a written, video, or audio submission is strongly advised via our submission form. However, there may be time on the day for a brief 5 minute submission. Please indicate in your registration if you would like to be considered. Anonymous submissions are accepted. All views are welcome.
For any queries: [email protected].
Contact
Australian Peace and Security Forum (APSF)
[email protected]
austpeaceandsecurityforum.org.au
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