A crowd-funded inquiry into Australia’s AUKUS submarine program is set to hear expert warnings about risks at HMAS Stirling, which is used to support nuclear-powered submarine operations. Reporting across outlets says the investigation will focus on what experts describe as serious gaps in Australia’s preparedness for a worst-case radiation emergency. The warnings include concerns about the physical resilience of key infrastructure and the consequences if there were a nuclear-related incident. All three sources describe the same central claim: that Australia is not ready for the most severe scenario involving radiation exposure and emergency response at HMAS Stirling. The coverage also notes the inquiry is tied to the reported $368 billion submarine acquisition under AUKUS. While the sources highlight the concerns raised by experts, they do not indicate that officials have agreed with or responded to those assessments within the reports provided. The inquiry’s proceedings are described as bringing together these expert views so that the risks and readiness planning around HMAS Stirling can be scrutinised.