Australia’s Navy is transforming — new Japanese general-purpose frigates, Hunter-class warships, and autonomous submarines are all on the horizon. But how powerful is our fleet right now?In this episode of Talking Tactics with Mel Pikos, we’re ranking every vessel in the Royal Australian Navy — from the mighty Hobart-class destroyers to the controversial Arafura-class patrol boats — to find out which ships make Australia a regional power, and which ones are falling behind.We’ll break down the strengths, weaknesses, and future potential of each ship class and see where the RAN stands in the Indo-Pacific.⚓ Ships covered in this video:00:37 Arafura Class Offshore Patrol Vessel02:09 Supply Call Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment03:05 Armidale Class Patrol Boats03:47 Hobart Class Guided Missile Destroyer05:05 Canberra Class Amphibious Assault Ship06:50 MH-60R Seahawk07:46 Bay Class Dock Landing Ship08:21 Collins Class Submarines09:11 Anzac Class Frigates10:22 Leeuwin Class Survey Ship10:54 Huon Class Coastal Minehunter11:40 Cape Class Patrol Boats12:02 Evolved Cape Class Patrol Boats🎯 Watch to see where your favourite ship lands on the tier list.📺 Subscribe for more videos breaking down Australia’s defence strategy and future capabilities.#TalkingTactics #AustralianNavy #MilitaryAnalysis #Defence #RoyalAustralianNavy #Australia #IndoPacific #NavyTierList---Like the 3D printed models in the background? They were provided by Spack.au and Talking Tactics viewers can get 5% off the Camouflage Models range by using the following link: https://shorturl.at/tANN5Discount will be applied at checkout after using this link and placing an order. ---Talking Tactics delivers an informed and progressive look into new world Business, Finance, Politics, Infrastructure, Defence, Technology and Current Events. Talking Tactics is presented by Mel Pikos, Managing Director of TACTIC. TACTIC is an end to end solution for all your commercial office space needs including Workplace Strategy | Leasing Advisory | Workplace Design | Furniture Advisory | Fitout Construction. To increase the productivity of your office whilst strategically minimising costs, visit www.tactic.au or send an email to [email protected] with us on our socials:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/talkingtacticswithmelpikosTalking Tactics with Mel Pikos on FacebookTactic Spaces on Facebook@mel_pikos on Twitter@melppikos on Instagram@melpikos on TikTok

AUKUS might be Australia’s most famous alliance — but it’s far from the only one. From the Quad to ANZUS, the Five Eyes intelligence network, the Five Power Defence Arrangements, and newer agreements like the Pukpuk Treaty with Papua New Guinea, Australia’s network of alliances defines its place in the world.In this episode, we explore how each of these partnerships shapes Australia’s defence strategy, strengthens its influence in the Indo-Pacific, and connects it to a web of global powers. We’ll look at what each alliance offers — and what it costs — and how Australia uses them to balance security, diplomacy, and independence in a rapidly changing world.I’m Mel Pikos, and today, we’re talking tactics.00:00 Australia's Alliances 03:01 AUKUS04:00 The QUAD07:01 ANZUS08:53 The 5 Eyes Alliance09:54 Five Powers Defence Arrangements11:16 ASEAN12:21 Other Defence Pacts13:43 What Do You Think?---Like the 3D printed models in the background? They were provided by Spack.au and Talking Tactics viewers can get 5% off the Camouflage Models range by using the following link: https://shorturl.at/tANN5Discount will be applied at checkout after using this link and placing an order. ---Talking Tactics delivers an informed and progressive look into new world Business, Finance, Politics, Infrastructure, Defence, Technology and Current Events. Talking Tactics is presented by Mel Pikos, Managing Director of TACTIC. TACTIC is an end to end solution for all your commercial office space needs including Workplace Strategy | Leasing Advisory | Workplace Design | Furniture Advisory | Fitout Construction. To increase the productivity of your office whilst strategically minimising costs, visit www.tactic.au or send an email to [email protected] with us on our socials:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/talkingtacticswithmelpikosTalking Tactics with Mel Pikos on FacebookTactic Spaces on Facebook@mel_pikos on Twitter@melppikos on Instagram@melpikos on TikTok

Australia is building a submarine that doesn’t need a crew. The Ghost Shark is an autonomous underwater drone powered by AI — stealthy, long-range, and designed to patrol the Indo-Pacific without anyone on board. In this episode of Talking Tactics with Mel Pikos, we look at how this new technology could transform Australia’s navy, challenge China’s dominance, and change the future of undersea warfare.00:00 The Nature of War Has Changed01:10 A History of Submarines02:51 What Is the Ghost Shark?05:06 Anduril: The Team Behind the Shark08:13 The Strategic ImpactAustralia is building a new kind of submarine — and it doesn’t need a crew.The Ghost Shark is Australia’s secretive, AI-powered underwater drone being developed by Anduril Industries and the Royal Australian Navy. It’s fast, stealthy, and capable of operating deep beneath the surface for weeks at a time — all without a single sailor onboard.In this episode of Talking Tactics, Mel Pikos explores what makes the Ghost Shark such a game changer:• How Anduril is using advanced AI and modular design to build a new generation of autonomous subs• What the Ghost Shark means for Australia’s future submarine fleet — even with nuclear-powered submarines on the way• Why this technology could reshape the balance of power in the Indo-Pacific, especially against China’s growing naval presence• And how the rise of unmanned systems is changing the rules of warfareFrom cutting-edge robotics to the politics of deterrence, this is the story of how Australia is preparing for the next era of undersea conflict.Watch now to learn how the Ghost Shark could make waves far beyond Australia’s shores.#GhostShark #Australia #TalkingTactics #Submarines #Anduril #MilitaryTechnology #AUKUS #Defence #indopacificreport ---Like the 3D printed models in the background? They were provided by Spack.au and Talking Tactics viewers can get 5% off the Camouflage Models range by using the following link: https://shorturl.at/tANN5Discount will be applied at checkout after using this link and placing an order. ---Talking Tactics delivers an informed and progressive look into new world Business, Finance, Politics, Infrastructure, Defence, Technology and Current Events. Talking Tactics is presented by Mel Pikos, Managing Director of TACTIC. TACTIC is an end to end solution for all your commercial office space needs including Workplace Strategy | Leasing Advisory | Workplace Design | Furniture Advisory | Fitout Construction. To increase the productivity of your office whilst strategically minimising costs, visit www.tactic.au or send an email to [email protected] with us on our socials:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/talkingtacticswithmelpikosTalking Tactics with Mel Pikos on FacebookTactic Spaces on Facebook@mel_pikos on Twitter@melppikos on Instagram@melpikos on TikTok

If World War 3 broke out what would happen to Australia’s economy? In Part 2 of What Would Australia’s Role in World War 3 Be, I dive into how a global conflict could transform Australia’s economic system overnight.Watch Part 1 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFrY3lE2cH4&t=709sFrom wartime rationing, price controls, and tax hikes to the rapid nationalisation of industries and expansion of defence manufacturing, this episode explores how Australia might shift from a market economy to a war economy. Could the nation become a global supplier of missiles, munitions, and resources, or would inflation, shortages, and trade blockades cripple the home front?How modern sanctions, energy shocks, and disrupted supply chains could reshape Australia’s role in the Indo-Pacific economy.Watch as we explore what an Australian war economy could really look like.#Australia #WorldWar3 #TalkingTactics #MelPikos #AUKUS #DefenceEconomy #AustralianEconomy #geopolitics 00:00 World War 3 Is Ongoing00:30 The War So Far01:46 The War Continues04:31 Australia Attacked!11:02 Australia's Economic Impact15:41 Is There An End In Sight?---Like the 3D printed models in the background? They were provided by Spack.au and Talking Tactics viewers can get 5% off the Camouflage Models range by using the following link: https://shorturl.at/tANN5Discount will be applied at checkout after using this link and placing an order. ---Talking Tactics delivers an informed and progressive look into new world Business, Finance, Politics, Infrastructure, Defence, Technology and Current Events. Talking Tactics is presented by Mel Pikos, Managing Director of TACTIC. TACTIC is an end to end solution for all your commercial office space needs including Workplace Strategy | Leasing Advisory | Workplace Design | Furniture Advisory | Fitout Construction. To increase the productivity of your office whilst strategically minimising costs, visit www.tactic.au or send an email to [email protected] with us on our socials:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/talkingtacticswithmelpikosTalking Tactics with Mel Pikos on FacebookTactic Spaces on Facebook@mel_pikos on Twitter@melppikos on Instagram@melpikos on TikTok

The war in Gaza has dragged on for months — but now, US President Donald Trump has announced a bold 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the conflict once and for all. Israel has already agreed to the terms, but the big question remains: will Hamas accept?In this video, we break down the key points of Trump’s proposal:A full ceasefire and return of Israeli hostages within 72 hours- Hamas relinquishing control of Gaza- Israel halting military operations and promising not to annex Gaza- An international stabilization force to oversee security- Global funding for Gaza’s reconstruction- A pathway to Palestinian statehood under the Palestinian AuthorityCould this deal actually bring peace to the region? Or is it destined to fail like so many before it?🔔 Subscribe for more breakdowns of global conflicts and peace efforts.Timestamps:00:00 The war in Gaza and Trump’s announcement00:19 The Peace Plan01:16 Analysis03:23 Will It Work?#Israel #Gaza #Trump #PeacePlan #MiddleEastConflict #Politics---Like the 3D printed models in the background? They were provided by Spack.au and Talking Tactics viewers can get 5% off the Camouflage Models range by using the following link: https://shorturl.at/tANN5Discount will be applied at checkout after using this link and placing an order. ---Talking Tactics delivers an informed and progressive look into new world Business, Finance, Politics, Infrastructure, Defence, Technology and Current Events. Talking Tactics is presented by Mel Pikos, Managing Director of TACTIC. TACTIC is an end to end solution for all your commercial office space needs including Workplace Strategy | Leasing Advisory | Workplace Design | Furniture Advisory | Fitout Construction. To increase the productivity of your office whilst strategically minimising costs, visit www.tactic.au or send an email to [email protected] with us on our socials:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/talkingtacticswithmelpikosTalking Tactics with Mel Pikos on FacebookTactic Spaces on Facebook@mel_pikos on Twitter@melppikos on Instagram@melpikos on TikTok

Why does Australia recognise Palestine, but not Taiwan?Taiwan is a thriving democracy, home to 23 million people and the world’s leading producer of advanced microchips. It has its own government, its own military, and its own foreign policy. By every practical measure, it operates as an independent country.And yet — Australia, the United States, and most of the world refuse to officially recognise it. Instead, they continue to follow the One China Policy, acknowledging Beijing while keeping Taiwan in diplomatic limbo.This video explores the history of the One China Policy, why Australia and the U.S. haven’t abandoned it, Taiwan’s own preferences for its future, and what might happen if recognition ever did occur. Along the way, we look at the paradox of Australia recognising Palestine — even while it’s governed by Hamas, a listed terrorist organisation — but not Taiwan, one of the world’s strongest democracies.👉 Why does this double standard exist?👉 What would change if Taiwan were recognised?👉 And how long can this fragile balance hold before someone forces the issue?🔔 Subscribe for more analysis on strategy, security, and the big questions shaping Australia and the world.#Taiwan #OneChinaPolicy #Australia #USPolitics #TalkingTactics---Like the 3D printed models in the background? They were provided by Spack.au and Talking Tactics viewers can get 5% off the Camouflage Models range by using the following link: https://shorturl.at/tANN5Discount will be applied at checkout after using this link and placing an order. ---Talking Tactics delivers an informed and progressive look into new world Business, Finance, Politics, Infrastructure, Defence, Technology and Current Events. Talking Tactics is presented by Mel Pikos, Managing Director of TACTIC. TACTIC is an end to end solution for all your commercial office space needs including Workplace Strategy | Leasing Advisory | Workplace Design | Furniture Advisory | Fitout Construction. To increase the productivity of your office whilst strategically minimising costs, visit www.tactic.au or send an email to [email protected] with us on our socials:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/talkingtacticswithmelpikosTalking Tactics with Mel Pikos on FacebookTactic Spaces on Facebook@mel_pikos on Twitter@melppikos on Instagram@melpikos on TikTok

Australia’s closest and potentially most important ally isn’t half a world away — it’s right on our doorstep. Just four kilometres from Queensland lies Papua New Guinea, a nation with deep cultural ties to Australia and growing strategic importance in the Indo-Pacific.In this video, we break down the emerging Australia–PNG partnership and what it means for both countries. From the landmark Pukpuk Defence Treaty and the inclusion of a PNG team in the NRL, to new opportunities through the PALM labour mobility scheme, this is about more than aid or diplomacy. It’s about creating a true partnership — one that strengthens security, builds skills, and ties our nations closer together.We’ll also look at the challenges: the treaty still isn’t signed, China is leaning in hard, and Canberra may need to offer more — like expanded migration and training opportunities — to seal the deal.Could PNG become Australia’s closest ally, and a model for how we engage with the entire Pacific? Let’s talk tactics.Chapters0:00 Our Closest Ally01:37 The Pukpuk Defence Treaty05:16 Rugby League Diplomacy07:00 The PALM Scheme07:37 PALM: Offshore Training08:36 PALM: A Structured Palm Expansion09:29 PALM: Employer and Regional Benefits10:20 PALM: Development and Integration Outcomes11:08 PALM: How It Fits12:01 The Strategic Payoff13:04 The Pacific Model🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more deep dives on strategy, defence, and Australia’s role in the Indo-Pacific.---Like the 3D printed models in the background? They were provided by Spack.au and Talking Tactics viewers can get 5% off the Camouflage Models range by using the following link: https://shorturl.at/tANN5Discount will be applied at checkout after using this link and placing an order. ---Talking Tactics delivers an informed and progressive look into new world Business, Finance, Politics, Infrastructure, Defence, Technology and Current Events. Talking Tactics is presented by Mel Pikos, Managing Director of TACTIC. TACTIC is an end to end solution for all your commercial office space needs including Workplace Strategy | Leasing Advisory | Workplace Design | Furniture Advisory | Fitout Construction. To increase the productivity of your office whilst strategically minimising costs, visit www.tactic.au or send an email to [email protected] with us on our socials:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/talkingtacticswithmelpikosTalking Tactics with Mel Pikos on FacebookTactic Spaces on Facebook@mel_pikos on Twitter@melppikos on Instagram@melpikos on TikTok

Australia is stepping into the missile age — but is it moving fast enough to keep pace with China? Right now, Australia operates a range of advanced missiles, from Javelins and Stingers to long-range strike systems like HIMARS. But here’s the catch: most of them are imported. Brisbane’s factories are only just beginning to produce guided munitions locally, and the question remains — can we scale up?In this video, we break down:🔹 The missiles Australia already has in its arsenal🔹 Future systems we may acquire, including hypersonics and long-range strike weapons🔹 Current missile and ammunition production in Brisbane and around the country🔹 Why Australia has fallen behind in domestic missile manufacturing🔹 What it would mean — strategically and geopolitically — if Australia became a true missile powerhouse, even a global supplierChina’s rapid missile buildup is reshaping the Indo-Pacific. If Australia wants to maintain a credible deterrent and secure its future, boosting domestic missile production might be the key.Do you think Australia should aim to become a world-class missile manufacturer? Let us know in the comments below.#Australia #Missiles #China #Defence #TalkingTactics00:00 Should Australia Become a Missile Powerhouse?00:37 Australia's Missile Arsenal02:28 Current Missile Production05:32 Why Aren't More Missiles Made in Australia Now09:23 What If Australia Did Become a Missile Manufacturer?12:46 What Do You Think?---Like the 3D printed models in the background? They were provided by Spack.au and Talking Tactics viewers can get 5% off the Camouflage Models range by using the following link: https://shorturl.at/tANN5Discount will be applied at checkout after using this link and placing an order. ---Talking Tactics delivers an informed and progressive look into new world Business, Finance, Politics, Infrastructure, Defence, Technology and Current Events. Talking Tactics is presented by Mel Pikos, Managing Director of TACTIC. TACTIC is an end to end solution for all your commercial office space needs including Workplace Strategy | Leasing Advisory | Workplace Design | Furniture Advisory | Fitout Construction. To increase the productivity of your office whilst strategically minimising costs, visit www.tactic.au or send an email to [email protected] with us on our socials:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/talkingtacticswithmelpikosTalking Tactics with Mel Pikos on FacebookTactic Spaces on Facebook@mel_pikos on Twitter@melppikos on Instagram@melpikos on TikTok

Australia’s biggest military exercise just wrapped up – and Talisman Sabre 2025 delivered some serious firepower.This year saw HIMARS rocket systems blasting targets, paratroopers dropping into action from the sky, and for the first time, exercises expanded into Papua New Guinea, highlighting the growing regional scope of Australia’s defence partnerships. Adding to the spectacle, the UK’s aircraft carrier joined the drills, underscoring the multinational strength behind this biennial exercise.Talisman Sabre isn’t just about hardware – it’s about strengthening alliances, sharpening joint tactics, and showing that Australia and its partners are ready for the challenges of the Indo-Pacific.In this video, we give you a fast wrap-up of the highlights, the big moments, and what it all means for the Australian Defence Force and its allies.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more deep dives into defence, strategy, and Australia’s place in the world.#TalismanSabre #AustralianDefenceForce #Military---Like the 3D printed models in the background? They were provided by Spack.au and Talking Tactics viewers can get 5% off the Camouflage Models range by using the following link: https://shorturl.at/tANN5Discount will be applied at checkout after using this link and placing an order. ---Talking Tactics delivers an informed and progressive look into new world Business, Finance, Politics, Infrastructure, Defence, Technology and Current Events. Talking Tactics is presented by Mel Pikos, Managing Director of TACTIC. TACTIC is an end to end solution for all your commercial office space needs including Workplace Strategy | Leasing Advisory | Workplace Design | Furniture Advisory | Fitout Construction. To increase the productivity of your office whilst strategically minimising costs, visit www.tactic.au or send an email to [email protected] with us on our socials:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/talkingtacticswithmelpikosTalking Tactics with Mel Pikos on FacebookTactic Spaces on Facebook@mel_pikos on Twitter@melppikos on Instagram@melpikos on TikTok

In this video, we’re breaking down and ranking the equipment used by the Australian Army in a tier list showdown. From frontline firepower like the EF88 rifle to heavy-hitting armour like the M1A1 Abrams tank, plus drones, APCs, artillery, and more — we’ll put them head-to-head to see what’s top-tier, and what might be due for an upgrade.Whether you’re a defence enthusiast, military historian, or just curious about Australia’s modern arsenal, this ranking will give you insight into the strengths, weaknesses, and battlefield value of each piece of kit.🔔 Subscribe for more defence deep dives, rankings, and analysis.👍 Like this video if you think we got it right — or tell us in the comments where you disagree!https://youtu.be/Oepj5zJliJkhttps://youtu.be/0NUl4mnk7rMhttps://youtu.be/KWva2m4ro9ghttps://youtu.be/O9B2q413ksghttps://youtu.be/Q4Rf2z9b00chttps://youtu.be/lE2aWt5TrLYhttps://youtu.be/LekDW3iwY_Ahttps://youtu.be/2mPKzBxIuhIhttps://youtu.be/erNZLOPlA1Mhttps://youtu.be/jK7H7TD6pOchttps://youtu.be/kBM1CoonpDohttps://youtu.be/T7O_rBctbes#AustralianArmy #MilitaryTierList #DefenceAustralia #ArmyGear #MilitaryEquipment00:00 The Australian Arm 01:18 EF88 Austeyr02:48 F89 Minimi and Maximi03:28 MAG58 Machine Gun04:26 Browning Hi Power Pistol 05:22 SL40 GLA06:09 66mm Rocket Launcher07:05 84mm Carl Gustav Rocket Launcher08:10 Javelin Anti Tank Weapon09:00 M1A2 Abram Main Battle Tank09:56 Boxer Combat Recon Vehicle10:37 M113 Armoured Personnel Carrier11:29 Bushmaster PMV12:09 Hawkei PMV12:51 M777 Howitzer13:47 Tiger ARH14:35 The Full Tier List RankingLike the 3D printed models in the background? They were provided by Spack.au and Talking Tactics viewers can get 5% off the Camouflage Models range by using the following link: https://shorturl.at/tANN5Discount will be applied at checkout after using this link and placing an order. ---Talking Tactics delivers an informed and progressive look into new world Business, Finance, Politics, Infrastructure, Defence, Technology and Current Events. Talking Tactics is presented by Mel Pikos, Managing Director of TACTIC. TACTIC is an end to end solution for all your commercial office space needs including Workplace Strategy | Leasing Advisory | Workplace Design | Furniture Advisory | Fitout Construction. To increase the productivity of your office whilst strategically minimising costs, visit www.tactic.au or send an email to [email protected] with us on our socials:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/talkingtacticswithmelpikosTalking Tactics with Mel Pikos on FacebookTactic Spaces on Facebook@mel_pikos on Twitter@melppikos on Instagram@melpikos on TikTok