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Coalition calls for government to consider fleet of ‘long-range bombers’

James Paterson says Australia should examine B-21 bombers as AUKUS submarine delays and funding cracks raise doubts about long-range strike plans.

Summary by WA Today
Opposition defence spokesman James Paterson also said he was an AUKUS “true believer”, but the submarine plan carries “enormous risks”.

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Stealth bombers urged as cover for nuclear submarines

A coalition senator and AUKUS "true believer" wants the federal government to consider long-range bombers in a bid...

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Sydney Morning HeraldSydney Morning Herald
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Coalition calls for government to consider fleet of ‘long-range bombers’

Opposition defence spokesman James Paterson also said he was an AUKUS “true believer” but that the submarine plan carried “enormous risks”.

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Coalition points to stealth bombers as potential AUKUS stopgap

The Coalition says Australia should consider buying next-generation stealth bombers to help bridge the gap until the AUKUS submarines arrive.

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ABC Australia broke the news in Australia on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
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