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Warrnambool
welcomes her extended family
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ABMT
Paul Hissink basks in the warm weather of Darwin when the
boat recently enjoyed a families day on Darwin Harbour.
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The
ship’s company of HMAS Warrnambool (LCDR Mark Sorby) took time
out recently to treat family and friends to a day out on Darwin
Harbour.
After a quick brief about the boat and some safety pointers, Warrnambool
set out to conduct a short tour of the harbour. Anchoring for lunch,
the guests were presented with a smorgasbord, with the prawns and
crab being particularly well received.
Throughout the morning and at lunch, the crew fielded questions
about various parts of the boat and their many roles on board. The
Bofors gun was a popular item on the tour with many waiting their
turn to manoeuvre it.
The CO took time out during the morning to tell the guests of the
importance they play in the life of Warrnambool and its crew.
Later, Warrnambool returned to Darwin Naval Base to see off their
guests and give a chance for those who had been playing host, to
enjoy some time with those guests who remained on board.
With the promise of another family day in the near future Warrnambool’s
guests departed, taking away with them a smile and a greater understanding
of life and conditions onboard a naval patrol boat.
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