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Inside the US nuclear-powered sub setting a milestone in WA

The Australian Financial Review (AFR) •
October 28, 2026 • 07:27 AM
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The arrival of the USS Colorado for routine maintenance south of Perth marks an important step in the AUKUS partnership.

Inside the US nuclear-powered sub setting a milestone in WA

As the nuclear-powered USS Colorado approached Fremantle Harbour on Tuesday after an 11,000-kilometre journey from Hawaii, a pod of dolphins was waiting to welcome its 120 crew.

“We got a dolphin welcome show,” said Commanding Officer Justin Reeves “Now the leading desire is to get out to Rottnest Island.”

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