LSBM Guy Renfrey (right) instructs cadets from T.S. Sydney on the proper technique of jumping into the water with a thermal protective suit and life-jacket from the Spectacle Island wharf. Photo by ABPH Kelvin Hockey.

A group of Australian Naval Cadets splashed into Sydney Harbour even though the water temperature was down to about 17 degrees.

They didn't mind however.

Each was wearing one of the RAN's survival-at-sea suits.

Members of the ship's company of TS Sydney, both boys and girls took the dip from the wharf at their depot on Spectacle Island.

Part of sea survival training, the drill was supervised by FIMA/Sydney personnel POSE Robinson, LSBM Renfrey and the unit's CO, LCDR Rob Hall.

"This interaction between RAN units and the ANC units is very worthwhile for both parties," LCDR Hall said.

He said he was impressed by the way the cadets were willing to learn a new skill.

"The standard of training that ANC units around the country receive is very high."

POSE Robinson, who visits ANC units, said activities such as TS Sydney's survival-at-sea evolution makes his job more interesting and enjoyable.

By LEUT Adam Lysle