Maritime Matters

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Maritime Matters is a weekly podcast where Jennifer Parker (www.jennifer-parker.com.au) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard-dunley) discuss the weekly maritime issues impacting Australia, and the wider Indo-Pacific's security.

  1. 23/12/2025

    Episode 39: Ukraine and Venezuelan Shadow Fleets & Hanwha-Austal

    Maritime Matters Episode Title: Ukraine and Venezuelan Shadow Fleets & Hanwha-Austal In this episode of Maritime Matters Jennifer Parker (https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard...) discuss the week that was in Maritime Matters, including: Ukrainian attacks on the Russian Shadow Fleet Ukrainian USV strike on a Russian submarine US seizure of tankers off Venezuela Hanwha’s acquisition of a stake in Austal US frigate programme RAN changes to the Upgraded Mogami

    1h 2m
  2. Episode 38: AUKUS, AUSMIN and Chinese Naval Task Groups

    13/12/2025

    Episode 38: AUKUS, AUSMIN and Chinese Naval Task Groups

    Maritime Matters Episode Title: AUKUS, AUSMIN and Chinese Naval Task Groups In this episode of Maritime Matters Jennifer Parker (https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard...) discuss the week that was in Maritime Matters, including: AUKUS & AUSMIN China's Naval Flotilla in the Pacific China's Fighter Aircraft locks its RADAR onto a Japanese aircraft US Constellation Class Frigate Program Cancellation The UK's Atlantic Bastion

    45 min
  3. Episode 37: Exercise Malabar & the South Korean SSN

    24/11/2025

    Episode 37: Exercise Malabar & the South Korean SSN

    Maritime Matters Episode Title: Exercise Malabar & the South Korean SSN In this episode of Maritime Matters Jennifer Parker (https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard...) discuss the week that was in Maritime Matters, including: Exercise Malabar & Ausindex US-Philippines Task Force US China Maritime Talks South Korean SSN Singaporean MCM USVs

    48 min
  4. Episode 36: Catching up: AUKUS, The South China Sea and More

    30/10/2025

    Episode 36: Catching up: AUKUS, The South China Sea and More

    Maritime Matters Episode Title: Catching up: AUKUS, The South China Sea and More In this episode of Maritime Matters, Jennifer Parker (https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard-dunley) discuss the week that was in maritime security across the Indo-Pacific and beyond — recorded Wednesday, 29 October 2025. Each episode, they unpack the key developments shaping maritime strategy, capability, and regional security — so let’s dive in. 1. What We’ve Been Up To Jen shares recent media and research highlights, including her DW feature on chokepoints: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq5s7-o2LuI Her recent article on China’s dangerous aerial interceptions: https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/in-chinas-dangerous-interceptions-see-the-breakdown-of-peaceful-world-order/ She also previews the launch of the new UNSW Canberra Naval Studies Group publication 'A Maritime Strategy for Australia 2035' Richard talks about his recent visit to Vietnam. 2. Regional Developments US Navy Incidents: Two US aircraft — an MH-60R Seahawk and an F/A-18F Super Hornet — crashed during operations in the South China Sea. All crew were rescued, with investigations underway. Australian P-8A Incident: On 19 October, a PLAAF Su-35 fighter twice released flares dangerously close to a RAAF P-8A Poseidon in the South China Sea USS Gerald R. Ford Deployment: Young Endeavour’s Final Circumnavigation of Australia https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-22/young-endeavours-last-lap-inspires-new-generation 3. Capability Developments AUKUS Progress: Former US President Trump reaffirmed support for Australia’s nuclear submarine program, saying it will proceed “full steam ahead.” RAAF Expansion: No. 12 Squadron RAAF re-established at Edinburgh to operate a second squadron of P-8A Poseidons. https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-10-17/second-p-8a-poseidon-squadron-established-support-growing-aircraft-fleet Singapore’s Multi-Role Combat Vessel: StrikeMaster Success UK Atlantic Net / Atlantic Bastion: 5. Did You Know? 🇦🇺 No. 12 Squadron RAAF — “We Roam and We Charge” - Formed in 1939, No. 12 Squadron became the first RAAF unit permanently based in the Northern Territory. - Flew Vultee Vengeance and B-24 Liberator missions across the Timor and Arafura Seas during WWII. - Re-formed in 1973 with CH-47C Chinooks, which arrived aboard HMAS Melbourne after Vietnam service. - Disbanded in 1989, re-raised in 2025 at RAAF Edinburgh with P-8A Poseidons. - Motto: “We Roam and We Charge” — badge features a charging bull symbolising strength and determination. Links Mentioned DW: Chokepoints — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq5s7-o2LuI ASPI Strategist: China’s Dangerous Interceptions — https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/in-chinas-dangerous-interceptions-see-the-breakdown-of-peaceful-world-order/

    46 min
  5. Episode 35: Exercise Alon & a Mogami-Hunter Comparison

    02/09/2025

    Episode 35: Exercise Alon & a Mogami-Hunter Comparison

    Maritime Matters Episode Title: Exercise Alon & a Mogami-Hunter Comparison In this episode of Maritime Matters Jennifer Parker (https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard...) discuss the week that was in Maritime Matters, including: Exercise Alon China’s Military Parade US Marine Corps ASW Focus Hunter-Mogami Comparison Norwegian Type 26 Acquisition OPV Programme Links mentioned: If there’s a war in the Pacific, who defends Australia? - https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/post/if-there-s-a-war-in-the-pacific-who-defends-australia

    51 min
  6. Episode 34: Australia selects a new future frigate!

    12/08/2025

    Episode 34: Australia selects a new future frigate!

    Maritime Matters Episode Title: Australia selects a new future frigate! In this episode of Maritime Matters Jennifer Parker (https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard...) discuss the week that was in Maritime Matters, including: Mogami-class frigates — selected as Australia’s new general purpose frigates HMAS Brisbane — third ADF Regional Presence Deployment (2025) HMAS Adelaide III — port visit to Hobart, Tasmania WA Westport project — potential risks to AUKUS submarine operations at HMAS Stirling Scarborough Shoal collision — Chinese Coast Guard vessel and Chinese Navy warship incident during chase of a Philippine Coast Guard ship China Coast Guard in Luzon Strait — unusual east-side patrols near Batanes Islands, Philippines China–Russia naval cooperation Austal strategic shipbuilding agreement — securing continuous pipeline of shipbuilding work in WA Deployable 3D printing capability (DAMR) — operational debut during Talisman Sabre 2025 Logistics drones (Callisto 50) — trialled for uncrewed supply missions, freeing up helicopters Links mentioned: Lowy Institute 'How to Defence Australia' Debate https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HaRQr-sY2Ak&t=1s Australia’s new frigate deal with Japan plugs a few critical holes, but doesn’t come without risks - Jennifer Parker https://theconversation.com/australias-new-frigate-deal-with-japan-plugs-a-few-critical-holes-but-doesnt-come-without-risks-262612

    46 min
  7. Episode 33: Talisman Sabre & the Geelong Treaty

    29/07/2025

    Episode 33: Talisman Sabre & the Geelong Treaty

    Maritime Matters Episode Title: Talisman Sabre & the Geelong Treaty In this episode of Maritime Matters Jennifer Parker (https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard...) discuss the week that was in Maritime Matters, including: Exercise Talisman Sabre Operation Nasse The Geelong Treaty and wider AUKUS Questions Indonesian naval procurement Maritime Big Play HMAS Parramatta upgrade Links mentioned: Aukus is our path to defence self-reliance - https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/post/aukus-is-our-path-to-defence-self-reliance CNO Testimony - https://www.armed-services.senate.gov/hearings/to-consider-the-nomination-of-admiral-daryl-l-caudle-usn-for-reappointment-to-the-grade-of-admiral-and_to-be-chief-of-naval-operations

    49 min
  8. Episode 32: Talisman Sabre, RAN LHDs and Ekranoplans

    16/07/2025

    Episode 32: Talisman Sabre, RAN LHDs and Ekranoplans

    Maritime Matters Episode Title: Talisman Sabre, RAN LHDs and Ekranoplans In this episode of Maritime Matters Jennifer Parker (https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard...) discuss the week that was in Maritime Matters, including: - Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025 - The latest from the Red Sea - Japan's transfer of Destroyer Escorts to the Philippines - China's new Ekranoplan - The latest on the AUKUS discussion in Australia - The Australian National Audit Office's report into Australia's Landing Helicopter Dock vessels Links: - AUKUS: Building confidence in Australia’s submarine pathway - J Parker https://www.lowyinstitute.org/the-interpreter/aukus-building-confidence-australia-s-submarine-pathway - J Parker interview on AUKUS on RN Breakfast 11 July https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/radionational-breakfast/could-the-us-demand-australia-pays-more-under-the-aukus-pact-/105518944 - Department of Defence’s Sustainment of Canberra Class Amphibious Assault Ships (Landing Helicopter Dock) https://www.anao.gov.au/work/performance-audit/department-of-defence-sustainment-of-canberra-class-amphibious-assault-ships-landing-helicopter-dock

    53 min
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Maritime Matters is a weekly podcast where Jennifer Parker (www.jennifer-parker.com.au) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard-dunley) discuss the weekly maritime issues impacting Australia, and the wider Indo-Pacific's security.

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