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SUMMARY:Sydney Under Japanese Attack 1942\, Anniversary Cruise - Saturday 31st. May 2025
DESCRIPTION:Members\, partners\, & friends.\nThe 1942 Japanese midget submarine attack on ships in Sydney Harbour remains a topical subject. However\, many Sydneysiders know little about this watershed event. It was the first attack on Sydney and its impact changed Australia from a quiet backwater of the Second World War to a vital springboard for the defeat of Japan. \nThis cruise will provide a detailed description of events leading up to and during the attack. \nYour cruise boat will take you to sites on the Harbour where key events occurred and a comprehensive description of how those events during the fateful night of 31st May&1st June 1942 unfolded. The story will be told by expert narrators from the Naval Historical Society of Australia. \nA comprehensive commentary is provided supported by information and photos on TVs to bring the commentary to life. Every passenger will receive a complementary booklet with detailed information and photos as a souvenir. \nCome join the cruise to learn more detail about that incredible night. \nIndividual Bookings: – Book Here\nGroup Bookings (10 or more): -Contact the Cruise Coordinator \nEmail: – cruises@navyhistory.au or Phone: –  0451 218 336\nTour Information Departure Point:\nKing Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW \n \nINFORMATION\nCost:                          Members\, partners\, & friends – $80 per person. Groups of 10 or more $75\nCruise Date:           On the Booking screen -Select Cruise date from “Choose an option”.\nCheck-in Time:       09:30am.                  Boarding Time:       09:45am. for 10:00am. departure \nEnd Time:                 between 12:30pm. – 1:00pm. \n Departure Point:  King Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW. \nAccess: Ferry to Barangaroo or Train and walk from Wynyard or Town Hall Stations. Detailed information will be emailed to you approximately 1week prior to departure. \nVessel: MV BENNELONG operated by Caprice Charter Cruises Pty Ltd.\nTicket Cancellation Policy:\n30 days or more – Full refund of ticket value. \n30 -15 days – 75 % of ticket value. \n14 – 7 days – 50% of ticket value. \nLess than 7 days – no refund \nTour Co-ordinator Contact\nPhone: Cruise Coordinator: – 0451 218 336 (Between the hours 0900 to 1500)  \nE-mail: Cruise Coordinator: – cruises@navyhistory.au
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/sydney-under-japanese-attack-1942-anniversary-cruise-saturday-31st-may-2025/
LOCATION:King Street Wharf\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sydney,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Naval Historical Society of Australia":MAILTO:office@navyhistory.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250530T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250530T123000
DTSTAMP:20240929T232947Z
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SUMMARY:Sydney Under Japanese Attack 1942\, Anniversary Cruise - Friday 30th. May 2025
DESCRIPTION:Members\, partners\, & friends.\nThe 1942 Japanese midget submarine attack on ships in Sydney Harbour remains a topical subject. However\, many Sydneysiders know little about this watershed event. It was the first attack on Sydney and its impact changed Australia from a quiet backwater of the Second World War to a vital springboard for the defeat of Japan. \nThis cruise will provide a detailed description of events leading up to and during the attack. \nYour cruise boat will take you to sites on the Harbour where key events occurred and a comprehensive description of how those events during the fateful night of 31st May&1st June 1942 unfolded. The story will be told by expert narrators from the Naval Historical Society of Australia. \nA comprehensive commentary is provided supported by information and photos on TVs to bring the commentary to life. Every passenger will receive a complementary booklet with detailed information and photos as a souvenir. \nCome join the cruise to learn more detail about that incredible night. \nIndividual Bookings: – Book Here\nGroup Bookings (10 or more): -Contact the Cruise Coordinator \nEmail: – cruises@navyhistory.au or Phone: –  0451 218 336\nTour Information Departure Point:\nKing Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW \n \nINFORMATION\nCost:                          Members\, partners\, & friends – $80 per person. Groups of 10 or more $75\nCruise Date:           On the Booking screen -Select Cruise date from “Choose an option”.\nCheck-in Time:       09:30am.                  Boarding Time:       09:45am. for 10:00am. departure \nEnd Time:                 between 12:30pm. – 1:00pm. \n Departure Point:  King Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW. \nAccess: Ferry to Barangaroo or Train and walk from Wynyard or Town Hall Stations. Detailed information will be emailed to you approximately 1week prior to departure. \nVessel: MV BENNELONG operated by Caprice Charter Cruises Pty Ltd.\nTicket Cancellation Policy:\n30 days or more – Full refund of ticket value. \n30 -15 days – 75 % of ticket value. \n14 – 7 days – 50% of ticket value. \nLess than 7 days – no refund \nTour Co-ordinator Contact\nPhone: Cruise Coordinator: – 0451 218 336 (Between the hours 0900 to 1500)  \nE-mail: Cruise Coordinator: – cruises@navyhistory.au
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/sydney-under-japanese-attack-1942-anniversary-cruise-friday-30th-may-2025/
LOCATION:King Street Wharf\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sydney,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250516T093000
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SUMMARY:Navy in Sydney Harbour Cruise\, East - Friday 16th. May 2025
DESCRIPTION:Members\, partners\, & friends.\nWould you like to know more about Royal Australian Navy (RAN) activities and facilities in Sydney Harbour from 1788 to the present\, especially during WW II? \nYou are invited to join the Naval Historical Society of Australia for a three-hour cruise east of the Harbour Bridge. The Society is a non-profit organization run by volunteers to preserve and honour our naval history. \nA comprehensive commentary is provided supported by information and photos on TVs to bring the commentary to life. A complementary booklet with lots of information and photos is provided as a souvenir. \nThe sites you will see and learn about include: – \nDawes Point. The story of the observatory built by Lt William Dawes and the construction of the gun battery. \nSydney Cove. The story of Fort Macquarie and the Navy activities to protect ships and the colony after the arrival of the first fleet. \nGarden Island. The first use of Garden Island as a garden and its later development. The construction of the Captain Cook Graving Dock was second largest project after the Snowy Mountain Scheme and larger than the construction of the Harbour bridge.  The story of the hammerhead crane and the role of HMAS KUTTABUL. The decision in 1987 to establish two Navy bases – Fleet Base East and Fleet Base West to cover both the Pacific and Indian oceans. \nHMAS RUSHCUTTER. One of the oldest RAN shore bases\, commissioned in 1920. A Naval Reserve training facility for anti-submarine warfare\, diving\, and radar. \nClark Island. The storage of gun barrels during WW II. The Japanese midget submarines were also brought here after they were salvaged. \nRose Bay. The story of HMAS TINGIRA that trained over 3\,000 sailors from 1912 to 1927. \nWatson’s Bay. HMAS WATSON the training centre for maritime warfare. Watson’s Bay was the home base for pilot boats and the lifeboat over the years. \nGeorges Head. The location of the western end of the anti-submarine boom net during WW II. \nChowder Bay. The base to protect the Harbour with mines during the 1880’s. Now a fuel installation for the RAN. \nBradley’s Head. Ships were degaussed here during WW II to protect them against magnetic mines. The story of our first battle and first victory involving HMAS SYDNEY I and the SMS EMDEN. \nNeutral Bay – Sub Base Platypus. Home of the six OBERON class submarines for 30 years and the torpedo factory established during WW2. The current COLLINS class submarines are based at Garden Island off Rockingham in Western Australia. \nIndividual Bookings: – Book Here\nGroup Bookings (10 or more): -Contact the Cruise Coordinator \nEmail: – cruises@navyhistory.au or Phone: –  0451 218 336\nTour Information Departure Point:\nKing Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW \n \nINFORMATION\nCost:                          Members\, partners\, & friends – $80 per person. Groups of 10 or more $75\nCruise Date:           On the Booking screen -Select Cruise date from “Choose an option”.\nCheck-in Time:       09:30am.                  Boarding Time:       09:45am. for 10:00am. departure \nEnd Time:                 between 12:30pm. – 1:00pm. \n Departure Point:  King Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW. \nAccess: Ferry to Barangaroo or Train and walk from Wynyard or Town Hall Stations. Detailed information will be emailed to you approximately 1week prior to departure. \nVessel: MV BENNELONG operated by Caprice Charter Cruises Pty Ltd.\nTicket Cancellation Policy:\n30 days or more – Full refund of ticket value. \n30 -15 days – 75 % of ticket value. \n14 – 7 days – 50% of ticket value. \nLess than 7 days – no refund \nTour Co-ordinator Contact\nPhone: Cruise Coordinator: – 0451 218 336 (Between the hours 0900 to 1500)  \nE-mail: Cruise Coordinator: – cruises@navyhistory.au
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/navy-in-sydney-harbour-cruise-east-friday-16th-may-2025/
LOCATION:King Street Wharf\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sydney,Tours
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SUMMARY:Sydney Under Japanese Attack 1942\, Anniversary Cruise - Thursday 15th. May 2025
DESCRIPTION:Members\, partners\, & friends.\nThe 1942 Japanese midget submarine attack on ships in Sydney Harbour remains a topical subject. However\, many Sydneysiders know little about this watershed event. It was the first attack on Sydney and its impact changed Australia from a quiet backwater of the Second World War to a vital springboard for the defeat of Japan. \nThis cruise will provide a detailed description of events leading up to and during the attack. \nYour cruise boat will take you to sites on the Harbour where key events occurred and a comprehensive description of how those events during the fateful night of 31st May&1st June 1942 unfolded. The story will be told by expert narrators from the Naval Historical Society of Australia. \nA comprehensive commentary is provided supported by information and photos on TVs to bring the commentary to life. Every passenger will receive a complementary booklet with detailed information and photos as a souvenir. \nCome join the cruise to learn more detail about that incredible night. \nIndividual Bookings: – Book Here\nGroup Bookings (10 or more): -Contact the Cruise Coordinator \nEmail: – cruises@navyhistory.au or Phone: –  0451 218 336\nTour Information Departure Point:\nKing Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW \n \nINFORMATION\nCost:                          Members\, partners\, & friends – $80 per person. Groups of 10 or more $75\nCruise Date:           On the Booking screen -Select Cruise date from “Choose an option”.\nCheck-in Time:       09:30am.                  Boarding Time:       09:45am. for 10:00am. departure \nEnd Time:                 between 12:30pm. – 1:00pm. \n Departure Point:  King Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW. \nAccess: Ferry to Barangaroo or Train and walk from Wynyard or Town Hall Stations. Detailed information will be emailed to you approximately 1week prior to departure. \nVessel: MV BENNELONG operated by Caprice Charter Cruises Pty Ltd.\nTicket Cancellation Policy:\n30 days or more – Full refund of ticket value. \n30 -15 days – 75 % of ticket value. \n14 – 7 days – 50% of ticket value. \nLess than 7 days – no refund \nTour Co-ordinator Contact\nPhone: Cruise Coordinator: – 0451 218 336 (Between the hours 0900 to 1500)  \nE-mail: Cruise Coordinator: – cruises@navyhistory.au
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/sydney-under-japanese-attack-1942-anniversary-cruise-thursday-15th-may-2025/
LOCATION:King Street Wharf\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sydney,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://navyhistory.au/wp-content/uploads/Garden-Island-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Naval Historical Society of Australia":MAILTO:office@navyhistory.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250514T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250514T000000
DTSTAMP:20250318T223351Z
CREATED:20250227T230134Z
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SUMMARY:Sir John Franklin\, Artic Explorer\, Governor of Tasmania
DESCRIPTION: Overview:\nSir John and Lady Jane Franklin became emblematic of the Victorian age. He was considered to be a successful and heroic explorer and she to be a Governor’s lady and simple and devoted naval wife. The truth is considerably more complicated and more tragic. \n Presenter – Desmond Woods MSc OAM\n Desmond Woods served for more than four decades in the RNZN\, the RN the British Army and the RAN as an education officer teaching naval and military history to junior officers.  From 2003 – 2010 he was the Course Officer for the Strategic Studies Course at the RANC. \nHe was the Military Support Officer to the Defence Community Organization in Canberra for two years before joining the staff of the RAN’s International Fleet Review in 2013.  This was followed by a year as Staff officer Centenary of Anzac (Navy) before joining CN’s personal staff as his Research Officer.  After time as a Heritage Research Officer at the RAN’s Seapower Centre in Canberra he became the Navy’s Bereavement Liaison Office. \nHe is a councilor of the Australian Naval Institute and the Australian Institute for International Affairs (ACT) a member of the United Services Institute (ACT) and is an author and a regular contributor to Australian and international naval historical journals. \nDetails\nDate and Time:         11:00am\, Tuesday 14th May 2025 (Sydney time)\nClick the link below to join the ZOOM meeting.\nPlease Join Us
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/sir-john-franklin-artic-explorer-governor-of-tasmania/
LOCATION:Zoom Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Naval Historical Society of Australia":MAILTO:office@navyhistory.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250424T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250424T123000
DTSTAMP:20240407T224552Z
CREATED:20240407T224552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240407T224552Z
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SUMMARY:Navy in Sydney Harbour Cruise\, East - Thursday 24th. April 2025
DESCRIPTION:Members\, partners\, & friends.\nWould you like to know more about Royal Australian Navy (RAN) activities and facilities in Sydney Harbour from 1788 to the present\, especially during WW II? \nYou are invited to join the Naval Historical Society of Australia for a three-hour cruise east of the Harbour Bridge. The Society is a non-profit organization run by volunteers to preserve and honour our naval history. \nA comprehensive commentary is provided supported by information and photos on TVs to bring the commentary to life. A complementary booklet with lots of information and photos is provided as a souvenir. \nThe sites you will see and learn about include: – \nDawes Point. The story of the observatory built by Lt William Dawes and the construction of the gun battery. \nSydney Cove. The story of Fort Macquarie and the Navy activities to protect ships and the colony after the arrival of the first fleet. \nGarden Island. The first use of Garden Island as a garden and its later development. The construction of the Captain Cook Graving Dock was second largest project after the Snowy Mountain Scheme and larger than the construction of the Harbour bridge.  The story of the hammerhead crane and the role of HMAS KUTTABUL. The decision in 1987 to establish two Navy bases – Fleet Base East and Fleet Base West to cover both the Pacific and Indian oceans. \nHMAS RUSHCUTTER. One of the oldest RAN shore bases\, commissioned in 1920. A Naval Reserve training facility for anti-submarine warfare\, diving\, and radar. \nClark Island. The storage of gun barrels during WW II. The Japanese midget submarines were also brought here after they were salvaged. \nRose Bay. The story of HMAS TINGIRA that trained over 3\,000 sailors from 1912 to 1927. \nWatson’s Bay. HMAS WATSON the training centre for maritime warfare. Watson’s Bay was the home base for pilot boats and the lifeboat over the years. \nGeorges Head. The location of the western end of the anti-submarine boom net during WW II. \nChowder Bay. The base to protect the Harbour with mines during the 1880’s. Now a fuel installation for the RAN. \nBradley’s Head. Ships were degaussed here during WW II to protect them against magnetic mines. The story of our first battle and first victory involving HMAS SYDNEY I and the SMS EMDEN. \nNeutral Bay – Sub Base Platypus. Home of the six OBERON class submarines for 30 years and the torpedo factory established during WW2. The current COLLINS class submarines are based at Garden Island off Rockingham in Western Australia. \nIndividual Bookings: – Book Here\nGroup Bookings (10 or more): -Contact the Cruise Coordinator \nEmail: – cruises@navyhistory.au or Phone: –  0451 218 336\nTour Information Departure Point:\nKing Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW \n \nINFORMATION\nCost:                          Members\, partners\, & friends – $80 per person. Groups of 10 or more $70\nCruise Date:           On the Booking screen -Select Cruise date from “Choose an option”.\nCheck-in Time:       09:30am.                  Boarding Time:       09:45am. for 10:00am. departure \nEnd Time:                 between 12:30pm. – 1:00pm. \n Departure Point:  King Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW. \nAccess: Ferry to Barangaroo or Train and walk from Wynyard or Town Hall Stations. Detailed information will be emailed to you approximately 1week prior to departure. \nVessel: MV BENNELONG operated by Caprice Charter Cruises Pty Ltd.\nTicket Cancellation Policy:\n30 days or more – Full refund of ticket value. \n30 -15 days – 75 % of ticket value. \n14 – 7 days – 50% of ticket value. \nLess than 7 days – no refund \nTour Co-ordinator Contact\nPhone: Cruise Coordinator: – 0451 218 336 (Between the hours 0900 to 1500)  \nE-mail: Cruise Coordinator: – cruises@navyhistory.au
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/navy-in-sydney-harbour-cruise-east-thursday-24th-april-2025/
LOCATION:King Street Wharf\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sydney,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://navyhistory.au/wp-content/uploads/Garden-Island.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Naval Historical Society of Australia":MAILTO:office@navyhistory.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250416T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250416T140000
DTSTAMP:20250311T022718Z
CREATED:20250201T232053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T022718Z
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SUMMARY:Hollywood (Repatriation) Hospital\, Perth WA.
DESCRIPTION:Overview – \nAs we approach ANZAC day\, this presentation reminds us of the important role that hospitals have played in Australia to care for the sick and wounded of our Defence Forces\, who have been involved in active combat service in War Zones. The focus will be specifically on the history of the Hollywood Military Repatriation Hospital in Perth – Western Australia\, which was first established in early 1941. \nAll the wards are named after recipients of either the Victoria Cross or the George Cross and who had some connection to Western Australia. A description of some of the recipients of these medals for valour will also be covered. \nPresenter – Nigel Rogers\nNigel Rogers spent most of his career\, some thirty years\, with Citi/Citibank\, the US Global Bank Headquartered in New York. Nigel worked in various senior positions and was based in London\, Zürich\, Switzerland\, and Edinburgh\, and he travelled extensively with work throughout the world. Nigel retired and emigrated from the UK to Perth\, Western Australia\, following his marriage to Dr Heather Rogers in July 2012\, after the loss of his first wife. \nIn retirement\, one of Nigel’s main interests is in Naval and Military History. Nigel was elected President of the Naval Historical Society of Australia – WA Chapter\, in September 2020\, and then retired from this position in September 2024. \nNigel is the `Resident Historian’ at Capital Community Radio in Perth: https://capitalcommunityradio.com/interviews.html and undertakes research to give Naval and Military History talks on the radio\, as well as at meetings of various Societies and Institutions. Nigel is a Knight Commander of Grace of the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem Knights Hospitaller in the WA Priory\, whose main objective is to raise funds for the homeless in Perth\, WA. \nNigel’s father joined the British Diplomatic Service after the War in 1946\, with a first posting to Buenos Aires\, Argentina\, where Nigel was born. Nigel then spent many years living in and visiting many countries in the world with his parents. Nigel’s interest in Naval History stems from inheriting his father’s collection of Naval History books and hearing his father’s stories about his Royal Navy Service throughout World War II\, that included serving in the Atlantic\, the Mediterranean and on the island of Malta during the Siege in World War II. \nDetail – \nDate and Time – 1100\, Wednesday 16th. April 2025 (Sydney time) \nPlease Join Us
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/hollywood-repatriation-hospital-perth-wa/
LOCATION:Zoom Presentation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://navyhistory.au/wp-content/uploads/110th_Australian_Military_Hospital-Edited.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Naval Historical Society of Australia":MAILTO:office@navyhistory.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250328T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250328T123000
DTSTAMP:20240407T225806Z
CREATED:20240407T225806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240407T225806Z
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SUMMARY:Navy in Sydney Harbour Cruise\, West - Friday 28th. March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Members\, partners\, & friends.\nWould you like to know more about Royal Australian Navy (RAN) activities and facilities in Sydney Harbour from 1788 to the present\, especially during WW II? \nYou are invited to join the Naval Historical Society of Australia for a three-hour cruise west of the Harbour Bridge. The Society is a non-profit organization run by volunteers to preserve and honour our naval history. The sites you will see and learn about include HMAS Waterhen\, Cockatoo Island\, Spectacle Island and Snapper Island. \nA comprehensive commentary is provided supported by information and photos on TVs to bring the commentary to life. A complementary booklet with lots of information and photos is provided as a souvenir. \n The Cockatoo Island Dockyard built over 38 RAN ships and during WW II completed 31 major battle damage repairs to warships. \nThe Spectacle Island Armament Depot once held 1\,000 tons of high explosive RAN ammunition and was central to resupply operations in Sydney. \nThe Sea Cadet Company once based on Snapper Island provided training for young boys and girls with many joining the RAN. \nIndividual Bookings: – Book Here\nGroup Bookings (10 or more): -Contact the Cruise Coordinator \nEmail: – cruises@navyhistory.au or Phone: –  0451 218 336\nTour Information Departure Point:\nKing Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW \n \nINFORMATION\nCost:                          Members\, partners\, & friends – $80 per person. Groups of 10 or more $75\nCruise Date:           On the Booking screen -Select Cruise date from “Choose an option”.\nCheck-in Time:       09:30am.                  Boarding Time:       09:45am. for 10:00am. departure \nEnd Time:                 between 12:30pm. – 1:00pm. \n Departure Point:  King Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW. \nAccess: Ferry to Barangaroo or Train and walk from Wynyard or Town Hall Stations. Detailed information will be emailed to you approximately 1week prior to departure. \nVessel: MV BENNELONG operated by Caprice Charter Cruises Pty Ltd.\nTicket Cancellation Policy:\n30 days or more – Full refund of ticket value. \n30 -15 days – 75 % of ticket value. \n14 – 7 days – 50% of ticket value. \nLess than 7 days – no refund \nTour Co-ordinator Contact\nPhone: Cruise Coordinator: – 0451 218 336 (Between the hours 0900 to 1500)  \nE-mail: Cruise Coordinator: – cruises@navyhistory.au
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/navy-in-sydney-harbour-cruise-west-friday-28th-march-2025/
LOCATION:King Street Wharf\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sydney,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250312T103000
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SUMMARY:Malta: A Childhood Under Siege
DESCRIPTION:Overview:\nMargaret Staples was nine years old at the beginning of 1939 when her father\, Major Sam Staples\, was posted to the British colony of Malta with the Royal Engineers. With swimming every day\, blue skies and balmy weather\, Margaret and her four siblings thought they were in paradise. \nEverything changed when WWII broke out. Hitler wanted to take control of Malta for its strategic position\, right in the middle of the Mediterranean. To this end\, the Axis powers dropped more bombs on this tiny island than anywhere else on the planet. When that didn’t work\, they decided to sink all the supply ships and force capitulation through starvation.As Garrison Engineer\, Sam was in charge of all building works on the island. When war broke out he was asked to turn some tunnels under Valletta into a large bunker from which the Allies could safely run the war. Every military installation on the surface was being flattened by enemy bombs. This challenging\, top secret assignment took nearly three years to complete.Linda’s book Malta: A Childhood Under Siege is the story of one family of seven surviving in a war zone\, through the eyes of her mother Margaret \nPresenter:\nLinda Peek is a writer\, blogger and businesswoman. Born in the United Kingdom\, she has been involved in international diplomacy through her husband’s work as an Australian diplomat. Linda has lived in Switzerland\, Israel\, Malaysia\, South Africa\, Chile\, France and Denmark\, with postings in Canberra\, Australia in between. \nWhile living in Chile\, she was Food Editor for an English newspaper\, writing a popular weekly column called “The Good Life.” She was a member of the Circle of Gastronomic Writers of Chile and a food judge. She runs her own business\, which handles imports and exports of food ingredients. Since 2011 she has been writing about food in her weekly blog Café Cat. \nShe currently lives in Canberra\, Australia \nDetail: \nDate and Time:1100\, Wednesday 12th. March 2025 (Sydney time). \nPlease Join Us
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/malta-a-childhood-under-siege/
LOCATION:Zoom Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Naval Historical Society of Australia":MAILTO:office@navyhistory.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250307T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250307T123000
DTSTAMP:20240929T231929Z
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SUMMARY:Navy in Sydney Harbour Cruise\, East - Friday 7th. March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Members\, partners\, & friends.\nWould you like to know more about Royal Australian Navy (RAN) activities and facilities in Sydney Harbour from 1788 to the present\, especially during WW II? \nYou are invited to join the Naval Historical Society of Australia for a three-hour cruise east of the Harbour Bridge. The Society is a non-profit organization run by volunteers to preserve and honour our naval history. \nA comprehensive commentary is provided supported by information and photos on TVs to bring the commentary to life. A complementary booklet with lots of information and photos is provided as a souvenir. \nThe sites you will see and learn about include: – \nDawes Point. The story of the observatory built by Lt William Dawes and the construction of the gun battery. \nSydney Cove. The story of Fort Macquarie and the Navy activities to protect ships and the colony after the arrival of the first fleet. \nGarden Island. The first use of Garden Island as a garden and its later development. The construction of the Captain Cook Graving Dock was second largest project after the Snowy Mountain Scheme and larger than the construction of the Harbour bridge.  The story of the hammerhead crane and the role of HMAS KUTTABUL. The decision in 1987 to establish two Navy bases – Fleet Base East and Fleet Base West to cover both the Pacific and Indian oceans. \nHMAS RUSHCUTTER. One of the oldest RAN shore bases\, commissioned in 1920. A Naval Reserve training facility for anti-submarine warfare\, diving\, and radar. \nClark Island. The storage of gun barrels during WW II. The Japanese midget submarines were also brought here after they were salvaged. \nRose Bay. The story of HMAS TINGIRA that trained over 3\,000 sailors from 1912 to 1927. \nWatson’s Bay. HMAS WATSON the training centre for maritime warfare. Watson’s Bay was the home base for pilot boats and the lifeboat over the years. \nGeorges Head. The location of the western end of the anti-submarine boom net during WW II. \nChowder Bay. The base to protect the Harbour with mines during the 1880’s. Now a fuel installation for the RAN. \nBradley’s Head. Ships were degaussed here during WW II to protect them against magnetic mines. The story of our first battle and first victory involving HMAS SYDNEY I and the SMS EMDEN. \nNeutral Bay – Sub Base Platypus. Home of the six OBERON class submarines for 30 years and the torpedo factory established during WW2. The current COLLINS class submarines are based at Garden Island off Rockingham in Western Australia. \nIndividual Bookings: – Book Here\nGroup Bookings (10 or more): -Contact the Cruise Coordinator \nEmail: – cruises@navyhistory.au or Phone: –  0451 218 336\nTour Information Departure Point:\nKing Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW \n \nINFORMATION\nCost:                          Members\, partners\, & friends – $80 per person. Groups of 10 or more $75\nCruise Date:           On the Booking screen -Select Cruise date from “Choose an option”.\nCheck-in Time:       09:30am.                  Boarding Time:       09:45am. for 10:00am. departure \nEnd Time:                 between 12:30pm. – 1:00pm. \n Departure Point:  King Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW. \nAccess: Ferry to Barangaroo or Train and walk from Wynyard or Town Hall Stations. Detailed information will be emailed to you approximately 1week prior to departure. \nVessel: MV BENNELONG operated by Caprice Charter Cruises Pty Ltd.\nTicket Cancellation Policy:\n30 days or more – Full refund of ticket value. \n30 -15 days – 75 % of ticket value. \n14 – 7 days – 50% of ticket value. \nLess than 7 days – no refund \nTour Co-ordinator Contact\nPhone: Cruise Coordinator: – 0451 218 336 (Between the hours 0900 to 1500)  \nE-mail: Cruise Coordinator: – cruises@navyhistory.au
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/navy-in-sydney-harbour-cruise-east-friday-7th-march-2025/
LOCATION:King Street Wharf\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sydney,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Naval Historical Society of Australia":MAILTO:office@navyhistory.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250228T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250228T123000
DTSTAMP:20240407T224232Z
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SUMMARY:Navy in Sydney Harbour Cruise\, East - Friday 28th. February 2025
DESCRIPTION:Members\, partners\, & friends.\nWould you like to know more about Royal Australian Navy (RAN) activities and facilities in Sydney Harbour from 1788 to the present\, especially during WW II? \nYou are invited to join the Naval Historical Society of Australia for a three-hour cruise east of the Harbour Bridge. The Society is a non-profit organization run by volunteers to preserve and honour our naval history. \nA comprehensive commentary is provided supported by information and photos on TVs to bring the commentary to life. A complementary booklet with lots of information and photos is provided as a souvenir. \nThe sites you will see and learn about include: – \nDawes Point. The story of the observatory built by Lt William Dawes and the construction of the gun battery. \nSydney Cove. The story of Fort Macquarie and the Navy activities to protect ships and the colony after the arrival of the first fleet. \nGarden Island. The first use of Garden Island as a garden and its later development. The construction of the Captain Cook Graving Dock was second largest project after the Snowy Mountain Scheme and larger than the construction of the Harbour bridge.  The story of the hammerhead crane and the role of HMAS KUTTABUL. The decision in 1987 to establish two Navy bases – Fleet Base East and Fleet Base West to cover both the Pacific and Indian oceans. \nHMAS RUSHCUTTER. One of the oldest RAN shore bases\, commissioned in 1920. A Naval Reserve training facility for anti-submarine warfare\, diving\, and radar. \nClark Island. The storage of gun barrels during WW II. The Japanese midget submarines were also brought here after they were salvaged. \nRose Bay. The story of HMAS TINGIRA that trained over 3\,000 sailors from 1912 to 1927. \nWatson’s Bay. HMAS WATSON the training centre for maritime warfare. Watson’s Bay was the home base for pilot boats and the lifeboat over the years. \nGeorges Head. The location of the western end of the anti-submarine boom net during WW II. \nChowder Bay. The base to protect the Harbour with mines during the 1880’s. Now a fuel installation for the RAN. \nBradley’s Head. Ships were degaussed here during WW II to protect them against magnetic mines. The story of our first battle and first victory involving HMAS SYDNEY I and the SMS EMDEN. \nNeutral Bay – Sub Base Platypus. Home of the six OBERON class submarines for 30 years and the torpedo factory established during WW2. The current COLLINS class submarines are based at Garden Island off Rockingham in Western Australia. \nIndividual Bookings: – Book Here\nGroup Bookings (10 or more): -Contact the Cruise Coordinator \nEmail: – cruises@navyhistory.au or Phone: –  0451 218 336\nTour Information Departure Point:\nKing Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW \n \nINFORMATION\nCost:                          Members\, partners\, & friends – $80 per person. Groups of 10 or more $70\nCruise Date:           On the Booking screen -Select Cruise date from “Choose an option”.\nCheck-in Time:       09:30am.                  Boarding Time:       09:45am. for 10:00am. departure \nEnd Time:                 between 12:30pm. – 1:00pm. \n Departure Point:  King Street Wharf 3\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney NSW. \nAccess: Ferry to Barangaroo or Train and walk from Wynyard or Town Hall Stations. Detailed information will be emailed to you approximately 1week prior to departure. \nVessel: MV BENNELONG operated by Caprice Charter Cruises Pty Ltd.\nTicket Cancellation Policy:\n30 days or more – Full refund of ticket value. \n30 -15 days – 75 % of ticket value. \n14 – 7 days – 50% of ticket value. \nLess than 7 days – no refund \nTour Co-ordinator Contact\nPhone: Cruise Coordinator: – 0451 218 336 (Between the hours 0900 to 1500)  \nE-mail: Cruise Coordinator: – cruises@navyhistory.au
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/navy-in-sydney-harbour-cruise-east-friday-28th-february-2025/
LOCATION:King Street Wharf\, Darling Harbour\, Sydney\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sydney,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250212T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250212T143000
DTSTAMP:20250128T002345Z
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SUMMARY:Darwin - The Navy & Cyclone Tracy
DESCRIPTION:Overview:\nThe Zoom presentation “The Navy in Cyclone Tracy” examines not only the sinking of HMAS Arrow\, but also the loss of a WWII Fairmile patrol boat\, and the role of the RAN in Operation Navy Help Darwin\, their biggest peacetime operation ever. Tom also argues strongly for the presentation of the National Emergency medal to all those who were involved in relief operations for the city. It is taken from his latest work Cyclone Warriors – the Armed Forces in Cyclone Tracy. \nPresenter: Dr Tom Lewis OAM RAN (Rtd.)\nTom Lewis has combined three interesting career paths to make him one of Australia’s foremost military historians. He has integrated a 20-year RAN track\, primarily as an intelligence analyst\, with high school teaching\, and work as an historian. His 35-year writing career followed time as a journalist\, with his first publication Wrecks in Darwin Waters\, which was followed by an analysis in Darwin’s Submarine I-124 of the first successful RAN submarine action of WWII\, resulting in the sinking of the Japanese 80-man boat which still lies outside Darwin today. Zero Hour in Broomeexamined the second biggest air raid on Australia\, and The Submarine Six presented biographies of the six who had RAN submarines named after them. Lethality in Combat\, his most controversial work\, analysed the realities of battlefield combat\, and has just been re-published as The Truth of War. \nCarrier Attack\, an extensive technical analysis of the first Darwin air raid\, revealed many unknown aspects of that assault\, and Teddy Sheean VC chronicled not only the fight of this naval hero but the fight to get him the Victoria Cross he deserved. The Empire Strikes South\, an account of all Japanese air raids made across northern Australia\, showed the attacks were far more widespread than first thought. Atomic Salvation: “how the atomic bombs saved the lives of 30 million”\, attracted some criticism but much praise. Tom’s book on the Sydney midget submarine raid in 1942 was published in 2022. It highlighted the two-fold scandal of first the senior commanders escaping any blame for the submarines getting inside the harbour\, and not being met with sufficient measures\, and second\, that none of the small ship commanders were given honours for their sinking of two of the three. Attack on Sydney Harbour was released by Big Sky. \nIn 2023 Avonmore Books published Bombers North. This is a coverage of the Allied efforts to prosecute the war against the Japanese Empire from 1942. USAAF\, RAAF and Dutch bombers flew out of northern Australia in hundreds of missions to fight back against possible invasion.  The Sinking of HMAS Sydney was also published that year. It’s a detailed look at what it was like to live and serve on board a WWII cruiser: eating\, drinking\, working\, fighting and all. It finishes up with a detailed look at the final action of this gallant ship against the German raider Kormoran\, and an examination of the theories as to why Sydney disappeared. \nCyclone Warriors – the Armed Forces in Cyclone Tracy was released at the end of 2024 to commemorate 50 years since the disaster. The former Governor-General Sir Peter Cosgrove wrote the introduction – he was in Darwin post-cyclone in his early days as an Army officer. \nTom is presently working on The Secret Submarine\, an analysis of the sinking of I-178 by two RAAF Beaufort bombers off Sydney in 1943. His Order of Australia medal was presented for services to naval history. \nDetails –\nDate and Time: 1100 Wednesday 12th February 2025 (Sydney time)\nPlease Join Us
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/darwin-the-navy-cyclone-tracy/
LOCATION:Zoom Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240819T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240819T210000
DTSTAMP:20240808T020016Z
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SUMMARY:WA Chapter – Monthly Meeting with Guest Speakers Nigel Rogers and Natalie Cullity:   "Australian Code Breaking in World War 2\, and Australian Signals Intelligence in the 1960s. "
DESCRIPTION:Here are the details of the 19th August 2024 NHS meeting at 6pm at the Claremont Tennis Club. \n  \nTHE TOPIC:    Australian Code Breaking in World War 2\, and Australian Signals Intelligence in the 1960s. \nTHE SPEAKERS: Nigel Rogers and Natalie Cullity \nNigel Rogers is the President of the Naval Historical Society-WA Chapter and is the resident military and naval historian at Capital Community Radio in Perth. \nNatalie Cullity served as a Petty Officer in the Women’s Royal Australian Navy in Signals Intelligence in the 1960s. Natalie served both here in Australia at listening posts in Canberra and Darwin\, and also overseas at a listening post in Singapore. \n  \nThe talk is at 6:00pm at the Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont. Parking is at the Tennis Club and in the public car park on Davies Road. There is a $5 Admin fee\, and a cash bar is open before and after the talk. To attend\, you must register with the Secretary\, Heather Rogers: secretary.nhs.wa@gmail.com\, or Mobile: 0407-912-781
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/wa-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speakers-nigel-rogers-and-natalie-cullity-australian-code-breaking-in-world-war-2-and-australian-signals-intelligence-in-the-1960s/
LOCATION:Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240715T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240715T210000
DTSTAMP:20240612T052427Z
CREATED:20240612T052427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T052427Z
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SUMMARY:WA Chapter – Monthly Meeting with Guest Speaker CAPTAIN KEN BURLEIGH RAN:   "His Leadership Journey in the RAN and preparing HMAS Stirling for the future."
DESCRIPTION:Here are the details of the 15th July 2024 NHS meeting at 6pm at the Claremont Tennis Club. \n  \nTHE TOPIC:   HIS LEADERSHIP JOURNEY IN THE ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY AND PREPARING HMAS STIRLING FOR THE FUTURE. \n  \nTHE SPEAKER:  CAPTAIN KEN BURLEIGH RAN\, COMMANDING OFFICER HMAS STIRLING \nCaptain Ken Burleigh is a Principal Warfare Officer and Navigation specialist in the Royal Australian Navy and has held sea and shore command. Ken joined the Navy from his home town of Perth in 1984 and following Major Fleet Unit command\, had a break in service to work in the commercial sector as a Marine Pilot in Broome and Dampier. Ken returned to the Navy in 2019 and assumed command of HMAS Stirling on May 19th\, 2023. \n  \nThe talk is on Monday July 15th at 6:00pm at the Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont. Parking is at the Tennis Club and in the public car park on Davies Road. There is a $5 Admin fee\, and a cash bar is open before and after the talk. To attend\, you must register with the Secretary\, Heather Rogers: secretary.nhs.wa@gmail.com\, or Mobile: 0407-912-781
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/wa-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speaker-captain-ken-burleigh-ran-his-leadership-journey-in-the-ran-and-preparing-hmas-stirling-for-the-future/
LOCATION:Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240617T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240617T210000
DTSTAMP:20240531T230535Z
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SUMMARY:WA Chapter – Monthly Meeting with Guest Speaker Commodore Brett Dowsing\, JP RAN (ret'd):   "The Navy War Years of Lieutenant Commander Maxwell (Max) Shean\, DSO RANVR (ret'd) Bronze Cross USA."".
DESCRIPTION:Here are the details of the 17th June 2024 NHS meeting at 6pm at the Claremont Tennis Club. \n  \nThe Navy War Years of Lieutenant Commander Maxwell (Max) Shean\, DSO RANVR (ret’d) Bronze Cross USA.  \nMax was an ordinary Western Australian lad who left his studies at UWA and a joyful adolescent life to go to war in 1940. With his sailing experiences gained on the Swan River and Fremantle environs\, Max joined the Royal Australian Navy to serve in the European and Pacific theatres through to the Japanese surrender in late 1945. Max served initially as a Torpedo and Anti-Submarine Officer on Corvettes\, and then in midget submarines as a diver and Commanding Officer.  Max was one of the Royal Australian Navy’s most decorated officers for bravery by war’s end\, and this presentation will concentrate on the missions that resulted in this recognition. \n \n  \n  \nTHE SPEAKER: Commodore Brett Dowsing\, JP RAN (ret’d) \nBrett was born and raised in Western Australia and Papua New Guinea\, and joined the Royal Australian Navy in 1969. Brett served in Vietnam\, and is a qualified fixed wing and helicopter pilot. His Commands included: HMAS Buccaneer\, HMAS Gladstone and HS816 Squadron. Brett was the Naval Staff Officer in Washington DC during the 9/11 attacks on New York\, and the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq\, and subsequently the Australian Defence Attaché covering Korea and Mongolia based in the Australian Embassy in Seoul\, Korea. Brett was also the Senior ADF Officer for Western Australia and Senior Commanding Officer at HMAS Stirling at Garden Island. Brett retired in 2019 after 51 years of Naval Service. \n  \nThe talk is on Monday June 17th at 6:00pm at the Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont. Parking is at the Tennis Club and in the public car park on Davies Road. There is a $5 Admin fee\, and a cash bar is open before and after the talk. To attend\, you must register with the Secretary\, Heather Rogers: secretary.nhs.wa@gmail.com\, or Mobile: 0407-912-781
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/wa-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speaker-commodore-brett-dowsing-jp-ran-retd-the-navy-war-years-of-lieutenant-commander-maxwell-max-shean-dso-ranvr-retd-bronze-cross-us/
LOCATION:Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240520T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240520T210000
DTSTAMP:20240423T040203Z
CREATED:20240423T035853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T040203Z
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SUMMARY:WA Chapter – Monthly Meeting with Guest Speaker David Nicolson speaking on:   "HMAS Canberra I\, her life in service\, the Battle of Savo Island and the ensuing controversy".
DESCRIPTION:Here are the details of the May 20th 2024 NHS meeting at 6pm at the Claremont Tennis Club. \n  \nTHE TOPIC:   “HMAS Canberra I\, her life in service\, the Battle of Savo Island and the ensuing controversy”.  \nAlthough the heavy cruiser HMAS Canberra I\, built between 1924 and 1929\, reputedly never fired big guns in anger. She did sterling service with convoy duties protecting Australian and New Zealand troops on their way to the battlefields. However\, the loss of the HMAS Canberra I at the disastrous Battle of Savo Island in 1942\, raised many questions about how she was sunk and if she could have been saved.  The controversy continues to this day and this will be explored in the talk. \n \n  \nTHE SPEAKER: David Nicolson\, RANR (ret’d) \nDavid was born in Scotland and his father was in the Merchant Navy during World War II. Ater moving to Perth\, David completed an engineering degree at UWA and worked for the WA Railways as an electronic engineer. David joined the Royal Australian Navy reserve in 1972\, initially serving as an officer in the engineering branch and subsequently in naval intelligence. He was assigned to gather information which included taking photos of the antennas on Soviet and Chinese ships berthed in Fremantle. In 1981\, David joined the Perth communications company Omnitronics Pty Ltd. David retired in 2010 and is now the publicity officer for the WA division of the Navy League and the HMAS Perth 1 Memorial Foundation. \n  \nThe talk is on Monday May 20th at 6:00pm at the Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont. Parking is at the Tennis Club and in the public car park on Davies Road. There is a $5 Admin fee\, and a cash bar is open before and after the talk. To attend\, you must register with the Secretary\, Heather Rogers: secretary.nhs.wa@gmail.com\, or \nMobile: 0407-912-781.
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/wa-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speaker-david-nicolson-speaking-on-hmas-canberra-1-her-life-in-service-the-battle-of-savo-island-and-the-ensuing-controversy/
LOCATION:Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240415T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240415T210000
DTSTAMP:20240325T001745Z
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SUMMARY:WA Chapter – Monthly Meeting with Guest Speaker Chris Cleghorn speaking on  Rowing Across the Indian Ocean and the Escape and Rescue Services for Submarines of the Royal Australian Nav
DESCRIPTION:The NHS talk this month is on Monday April 15th at 6pm at the Claremont Tennis Club. \n  \nTOPICS: Rowing Across the Indian Ocean and the Escape and Rescue Services for Submarines of the Royal Australian Navy. \nSPEAKER: Chris Cleghorn  \nChris Cleghorn is a former Royal Marine Commando and has spent most of his career in the Royal Marines in small boat operations globally\, and Chris currently works for the company dealing with the escape and rescue services for submarines of the Royal Australian Navy. \nChris was the Skipper of the 4 man team which rowed for 69 days in 2023 from Geraldton across the Indian Ocean to Mauritius\, a total of about 7\,000kms. Their well-equipped 8.8 metre carbon fibre boat\, called ‘Brain Wave’ was home for the team\, and they maintained a gruelling two hours on\, two hours off\, rowing in pairs. This endurance row was to support Parkinson’s Research. Chris previously rowed across the Atlantic Ocean with his brother in 2011 after learning that a close relative had Parkinson’s. After dementia\, Parkinson’s is the second most common neurological disease in Australia\, and this progressive neurodegenerative disorder presents huge challenges for those affected\, as well as having enormous economic impacts. \n  \nThe talk is on Monday April 15th  at 6:00pm at the Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont. Parking is at the Tennis Club and in the public car park on Davies Road. There is a $5 Admin fee\, and a cash bar is open before and after the talk. To attend\, you must register with the Secretary\, Heather Rogers: secretary.nhs.wa@gmail.com\, or \nMobile: 0407-912-781.
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/wa-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speaker-chris-cleghorn-speaking-on-rowing-across-the-indian-ocean-and-the-escape-and-rescue-services-for-submarines-of-the-royal-australian-nav/
LOCATION:Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240318T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240318T210000
DTSTAMP:20240222T084757Z
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SUMMARY:WA Chapter – Monthly Meeting with Guest Speaker Captain Graham White speaking on the Collins Class Submarine Project
DESCRIPTION:The NHS talk this month is on Monday March 18th at 6pm at the Claremont Tennis Club. \n  \nTOPIC: FROM SWEDEN TO AUSTRALIA – THE STORY OF THE COLLINS CLASS SUBMARINE PROJECT  \n  \nSPEAKER: Capt. Graham White AM RAN (ret’d) \n  \nCapt. Graham White served in the Royal Australian Navy for 31 years as an engineer officer\, which included 12 years in the submarine force\, 2 years on loan to the Royal Navy in \nsubmarines on operation during the Cold War\, followed by positions in construction\, maintenance\, and operations of Australian Oberon Class submarines as the Fleet Marine Engineer. \nGraham was the original Project Director of the Collins Class project for 4 years\, based in Australia with regular visits to Sweden. Following a period as the Executive Director of the \nHeavy Engineering Board\, Graham filled management positions in Australian shipyards in Western Australia and Victoria. \n  \nGraham was then responsible for the production\, tests\, and trials for the first 3 years of the first 3 Collins Class submarines at the Australian Submarine Corporation in South Australia\, \nbefore becoming the Australian Submarine Corporation Manager in Western Australia. \nFollowing retirement in 2000\, Graham initiated the Sailability program – sailing for the disabled  at the Royal Perth Yacht Club and has received several awards associated with \ncommunity activities in Western Australia. \n  \nThe talk is at 6:00pm at the Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont. Parking is at the Tennis Club and in the public car park on Davies Road. There is a $5 Admin fee\, and a cash bar is open before and after the talk. To attend\, you must register with the Secretary\, Heather Rogers: secretary.nhs.wa@gmail.com\, or Mobile: 0407-912-781.
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/wa-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speaker-nigel-rogers-president-of-the-naval-historical-society-wa-chapter-2/
LOCATION:Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240219T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240219T210000
DTSTAMP:20240208T055320Z
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SUMMARY:WA Chapter – Monthly Meeting with Guest Speaker Nigel Rogers\, President of the Naval Historical Society-WA Chapter.
DESCRIPTION:It is now the beginning of the new season of the Naval Historical Society-WA Chapter talks for 2024. The meetings are held on the third Monday of every month for a 6pm start at the Claremont Tennis Club. \nThe Naval Historical Society’s talk on Monday February 19th is about:  \nHMS HOOD\, WHICH WAS SUNK 83 YEARS AGO ON MAY 24th 1941 \n  \nHMS Hood\, the largest Battle Cruiser in the world at the time of its construction in 1918\, was sunk 83 years ago on May 24th\, 1941\, by the German Battleship Bismarck.It is the 100th Anniversary of HMS Hood’s Empire Cruise and her visit to Australia\, when her first port of call was Fremantle on February 27th 1924. The February 2024 monthly meeting will commemorate and remember this occasion and the 1\,415 Royal Navy officers and crew who lost their lives in only three minutes when HMS Hood was sunk. \nThe speaker will be Nigel Rogers\, the President of the Naval Historical Society-WA Chapter. \n  \nThe talk is on Monday February 19th at 6:00pm at the Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont. Parking is at the Tennis Club and in the public car park on Davies Road. There is a $5 Admin fee\, and a cash bar is open before and after the talk. \nTo attend\, you must register with the Secretary\,  Dr Heather Rogers: secretary.nhs.wa@gmail.com\, or Mobile: 0407-912-781.
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/wa-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speaker-nigel-rogers-president-of-the-naval-historical-society-wa-chapter/
LOCATION:Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231016T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231016T210000
DTSTAMP:20231010T035859Z
CREATED:20231010T035859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T035859Z
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SUMMARY:WA Chapter – Monthly Meeting with Guest Speaker Commodore Bob Trotter OAM RAN (ret'd)
DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: Iron Men and Tin Fish \nThe Story of WW2 Submarine Operations from Fremantle\, WA\, from 1942 to 1945 \nIn the period from 1942 to 1945\, Fremantle was the second largest submarine base in the World. Some 167 Allied submarines operated from Fremantle\, and they conducted one of the most effective submarine operations in history. The US submarines operating from Fremantle\, sank over 50% of all the Japanese tanker tonnage\, and 42% of Japanese warships. \nIn a Report to Congress on the United States Naval Administration in World War II\, the Perth-Fremantle area was generally conceded the finest base area any US submarines operated from in the Pacific during the war\, with gracious hospitality and genuine appreciation shown to the submariners by the populace of Perth\, and the Pacific Fleet submarine skippers requesting to end their patrol run at Fremantle. \n  \nSPEAKER: Commodore Bob Trotter OAM RAN (ret’d) \nCommodore Bob Trotter OAM RAN (ret’d) was a submariner in the Royal Australian Navy for 35 years and served on or under most seas and oceans in the world. After several Senior Headquarters postings\, Bob retired in 1998 from the position of Commodore Fleet Bases at HMAS Stirling\, Garden Island WA. He is a Patron of the Submarines Association. Bob was one of the Directors of the Finding Sydney Foundation which found the wreck of HMAS Sydney II in 2008\, for which Bob had the honour of being awarded a Medal in the Order of Australia. \n  \nThe NHS-WA Chapter talk is on Monday October 16th\, 2023 at 6:00pm at the Claremont Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont. Parking is at the Tennis Club\, also at Claremont Station opposite the Tennis Club\, and in the public car park opposite Foodies on Davies Road. There is a $5 Admin fee. There is a cash bar open before and after the talk. To attend the meeting\, you must register with Dr Heather Rogers: EMAIL: secretary.nhs.wa@gmail.com  or Mobile: 0407-912-781
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/wa-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speaker-commodore-bob-trotter-oam-ran-retd/
LOCATION:Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230515T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230515T210000
DTSTAMP:20230508T215312Z
CREATED:20230428T044043Z
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SUMMARY:WA Chapter – Monthly Meeting with Guest Speaker Roy Stall
DESCRIPTION:The next NHSA WA Chapter meeting will be held on Monday May 15th at 6pm at the Claremont Tennis Club. \n  \nTOPIC: “From H.M.A.S. Ovens\, an Oberon Class submarine of British design\, built in the UK\, now located at the Maritime Museum in Fremantle\, to Collins Class and Virginia Class submarines\, to the planned AUKUS nuclear submarines.           What does the future hold?” \n\nSPEAKER: Roy Stall joined the Royal Australian Navy as a 16-year-old in the first intake of Junior Recruits\, graduated from the Royal Australian Naval College in Jervis Bay\, NSW\, and served in various Navy vessels. \nRoy has had extensive experience for many years as a tour guide and tour guide supervisor at the Fremantle Maritime Museum on H.M.A.S. Ovens\, an Oberon Class submarine. Roy was also a guide on the replica Dutch ship\, Duyfken\, which was recently located to the Australian National Maritime Museum in Sydney. \nPrior to his retirement\, Roy taught “Maritime English” in Maritime Universities in China and Japan. \n  \nThe NHS-WA Chapter talk is on Monday May 15th\, 2023 at 6:00pm at the Claremont Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont. Parking is at the Tennis Club\, also at Claremont Station opposite the Tennis Club\, and in the public car park opposite Foodies on Davies Road. There is a $5 Admin fee. There is a cash bar open before and after the talk. To attend the meeting\, you must register with the Secretary Dr Heather Rogers: EMAIL: secretary.nhs.wa@gmail.com    or Mobile: 0407-912-781. \n 
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/wa-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speaker-robert-parker-2/
LOCATION:Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230417T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230417T210000
DTSTAMP:20230402T091718Z
CREATED:20230402T091702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230402T091718Z
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SUMMARY:WA Chapter – Monthly Meeting with Guest Speaker Robert Parker
DESCRIPTION:The April meeting of the NHS-WA Chapter will take place on Monday April 17th at 6pm in the Claremont Tennis Club. \n  \nTOPIC: The Naval Auxiliary Patrol (NAP) which used the Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club as its operational base during the Second World War. \n  \nThe topic will cover the brief history of Keanes Point\, named after Edward Keane who built his private home there\, called Cappoquin House\, which is now the home of the Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club. During the Second World War\, the Royal Australian Navy took over the Club from 1942 to become H.M.A.S. Leeuwin II\, and boats at the Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club were acquired which then formed the Naval Auxiliary Patrol. (NAP) \n  \nSPEAKER: Robert Parker\, a retired Chartered Accountant\, is the Immediate Past Commodore of the Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club\, (RFBYC) and is the current co-convenor of the Club’s Archives Group. Robert has been a member of the RFBYC for 54 years. Robert’s grandfather was a member of the Club\, as well as his father who was Vice Patron and Commodore\, (both deceased). Robert’s brother is a Past Commodore and is currently a Vice Patron of the Club.. \n  \nThe NHS-WA Chapter talk is on Monday April 17th\, 2023 at 6:00pm at the Claremont Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont. Parking is at the Tennis Club\, also at Claremont Station opposite the Tennis Club\, and in the public car park opposite Foodies on Davies Road. There is a $5 Admin fee. There is a cash bar open before and after the talk. To attend the meeting\, you must register with the Secretary Dr Heather Rogers: Email: secretary.nhs.wa@gmail.com       or Mobile: 0407-912-781
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/wa-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speaker-robert-parker/
LOCATION:Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230320T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230320T210000
DTSTAMP:20230314T055452Z
CREATED:20230314T055452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T055452Z
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SUMMARY:WA Chapter – Monthly Meeting with Guest Speaker Commodore Ivan Ingham AM RAN
DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: The highlights of a Seagoing Career in the Royal Navy and the Royal Australian Navy\, plus a brief overview of the current role as Senior ADF Officer in WA \nCommodore Ivan Ingham AM RAN\, is the Senior Australian Defence Force Officer based at HMAS Stirling on Garden Island\, WA\, which is the home to the second largest Naval Base in Australia\, where there are many crucial points of interest to the defence of Australia. \nCdre Ingham was educated and trained in Dartmouth and Greenwich in England\, and served for 20 years in many Royal Navy ships. He experienced repeated operational deployments to the South Atlantic\, Mediterranean\, Adriatic\, Middle East and Asia. He served in the Gulf during the Iraq War in 2003 and was awarded a Commendation for Distinguished Service for his role bombarding targets on the Al Faw Peninsula. \nHe transferred to the Royal Australian Navy in 2001\, directed Border Protection operations; was involved in the Middle East for Counter-Terrorism and Counter-Piracy operations; and developed the Fleet Warfare Plan\, which was the Warfighting Campaign Plan; and established the Maritime Task Group. \nIn 2011 Cdre Ingham was appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM). \n  \n  \nThe NHS-WA Chapter talk is on Monday March 20th\, 2023 at 6:00pm at the Claremont Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont. Parking is at the Tennis Club and in the public car park opposite Foodies on Davies Road. There is a $5 Admin fee. There is a cash bar open before and after the talk. To attend the meeting\, you must register with the Secretary Dr Heather Rogers: Email: secretary.nhs.wa@gmail.com   or Mobile: 0407-912-781 \n 
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/wa-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speaker-commodore-ivan-ingham-am-ran/
LOCATION:Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230220T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230220T210000
DTSTAMP:20230206T065045Z
CREATED:20230206T065027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T065045Z
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SUMMARY:WA Chapter – Monthly Meeting with Guest Speaker Nigel Rogers
DESCRIPTION:Topic: The German Military Enigma Secret Cypher Machine and the Bletchley Park Codebreakers. \nThe Speaker: Our President\, Nigel Rogers \nThe talk will cover the history of Bletchley Park\, the German Enigma and Lorenz machines\, and how their codes were cracked by Alan Turing and others who worked on this project during World War II at Bletchley Park. \n  \nThe NHS-WA Chapter talk is on Monday February 20th\, 2023 at 6:00pm at the Claremont Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont.\nParking is at the Tennis Club and in the public car park opposite Foodies on Davies Road.\nThere is a $5 Admin fee.\nThere is a cash bar open before and after the talk. \nTo attend the meeting\, you must register with the secretary Dr Heather Rogers: Email: secretary.nhs.wa@gmail.com   or Mobile: 0407-912-781
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/wa-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speaker-chris-frame-2/
LOCATION:Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221128T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221128T213000
DTSTAMP:20220930T075519Z
CREATED:20220930T075519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T075519Z
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SUMMARY:Victorian Chapter - Christmas Function "Hands Across the Trenches - Centenary of Gallipoli" (RADM Simon Harrington AM RAN Ret)
DESCRIPTION:Naval Historical Society of Australia – Victoria Chapter \nCordially invites you to \nMonthly Meeting at 1900 on Monday 28 November 2022 \nAt Waverley RSL – Sunset Room \n161 Coleman Parade\, Glen Waverley \n  \nChristmas Function “Hands Across the Trenches – Centenary of Gallipoli” (RADM Simon Harrington AM RAN Ret) \n  \nMembers and Guests are most welcome \n A relaxing meal and drink beforehand in the RSL’s delightful Warramunga Room is always a pleasant prelude to the 1900 meeting \n 
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/victorian-chapter-christmas-function-hands-across-the-trenches-centenary-of-gallipoli-radm-simon-harrington-am-ran-ret/
LOCATION:Waverley RSL\, 161 Coleman Parade\, Glen Waverley\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Melbourne
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221024T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221024T213000
DTSTAMP:20220930T075332Z
CREATED:20220930T075332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T075332Z
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SUMMARY:Victorian Chapter - Monthly Meeting with Guest Speaker Commander Doug Stevens RAN (Rtd) - “RAN Submarine Basing”
DESCRIPTION:Naval Historical Society of Australia – Victoria Chapter \nCordially invites you to \nMonthly Meeting at 1900 on Monday 24 October 2022 \nAt Waverley RSL – Sunset Room \n161 Coleman Parade\, Glen Waverley \n  \nGuest Speaker Commander Doug Stevens RAN (Rtd) \n  “RAN Submarine Basing” \nDoug spent 21 years as an Engineer on full time service in the Royal Australian Navy\, and many years later commenced a further nine years of part time service.  In 2010 he was commissioned by Head of the Future Submarines Program\, RADM Moffitt\, to research and write a future-submarines basing study.  The associated report\, submitted in November 2011\, underpins today’s decision making by Defence about the creation of an east coast submarines home port. \nThe 2011 report was written around Defence’s planned acquisition at that time of twelve diesel-electric submarines.  Its stated purpose was to inform submarine homeport decision making which was anticipated to take place from 2021 onwards.  It shortlisted in descending order\, nine east coast homeport options. \nThe cancellation of the twelve diesel-electric submarine program and its replacement by eight nuclear propelled submarines reduces the east-coast homeport options\, according to Doug\, from nine to five.  Doug updated his earlier report in June this year with a related article in the Naval Officers Club Newsletter. \nDoug will describe key considerations necessary when deciding where to homeport submarines\, and draw from his two reports relating to east-coast basing of Australia’s next class of submarines.  This promises to provide a fascinating insight into this strategically important decision making process. \n  \nMembers and Guests are most welcome \n A relaxing meal and drink beforehand in the RSL’s delightful Warramunga Room is always a pleasant prelude to the 1900 meeting \n 
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/victorian-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speaker-commander-doug-stevens-ran-rtd-ran-submarine-basing/
LOCATION:Waverley RSL\, 161 Coleman Parade\, Glen Waverley\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Melbourne
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221017T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221017T210000
DTSTAMP:20220930T075803Z
CREATED:20220930T075803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T075803Z
UID:64220-1666029600-1666040400@navyhistory.au
SUMMARY:WA Chapter – Monthly Meeting with Guest Speaker Chris Frame
DESCRIPTION:Topic:  The Cunard Ships – the Queen Mary and the Queen Elizabeth used as Troop Ships during World War 2 \nThe Speaker:  Chris Frame \nChris Frame is a published author\, having co-authored over a dozen books about ocean liners and cruise ships. Chris’ interest in passenger ships began as a child when he read a book about the Titanic. In 2008\, Chris became the youngest speaker to talk aboard the legendary Queen Elizabeth 2 during her farewell season\, as part of the renowned Cunard Insights Programme. Since then\, Chris has lectured aboard many cruise ships\, at maritime museums around the world and other functions such as at Universities\, dinners and luncheons. Chris has appeared on the BBC\, Sky News and the ABC and has been on multiple documentaries discussing ocean liners and cruise ships. \n  \nThe NHS-WA Chapter talk is on  \nMonday October 17th at 6:00pm \nat the Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont. \nParking is at the Tennis Club and in the public car park opposite Foodies on Davies Road. There is a $5 Admin fee. There is a cash bar open before and after the talk. \n  \nTo attend the meeting\, you must register with Susan Franklin: susanfranklin@iinet.net.au or Mobile: 0499-774-431
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/wa-chapter-monthly-meeting-with-guest-speaker-chris-frame/
LOCATION:Claremont Lawn Tennis Club\, Shenton Road\, Claremont\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220926T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220926T213000
DTSTAMP:20220826T012326Z
CREATED:20220824T224647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T012326Z
UID:63542-1664218800-1664227800@navyhistory.au
SUMMARY:Victorian Chapter - “Quiz Night”
DESCRIPTION:Naval Historical Society of Australia – Victoria Chapter \nCordially invites you to \nMonthly Meeting at 1900 on Monday 26 September 2022 \nAt Waverley RSL – Sunset Room \n161 Coleman Parade\, Glen Waverley \n  \n“Hear yea\, hear yea.”   \n “Quiz Night” \n “Never before attempted in the history of the Victoria Chapter – a fun-filled event as members and guests compete for prizes of unspeakable value!” \nWith teams of six at each table\, there will be four rounds of ten multiple choice questions – thus a 25% chance of being right each time! \nQuestions will cover Australian History\, World History\, General Knowledge and Naval History.  Aided by technology\, the Quiz will run with a simple\, easy-to-use computerised scoring system\, requiring just one person on each table to submit their team answers via a mobile phone.  This will give a clear view on the big screen of questions\, answers and progressive team results. \nThe Sunset Room Bar will be open for participants to purchase drinks\, and free nibbles will be available at the tables. \nYou can choose a Team name for your table or be allocated one.  Participants are welcome to dress to a theme for their table if they wish.  This is intended to be a carefree night\, concluding around 9:30pm. \nTo assist in planning\, we now need members to indicate their intention to attend\, and to advise of any guests they plan to bring along. \nPlease advise our Secretary Rodney Phillips as soon as possible if you plan to be there – ideally via email at 77minstrel@gmail.com. \n  \nMembers and Guests are most welcome \nA relaxing meal and drink beforehand in the RSL’s delightful Warramunga Room is always a pleasant prelude  \n 
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/victorian-chapter-trivia/
LOCATION:Waverley RSL\, 161 Coleman Parade\, Glen Waverley\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Melbourne
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220914T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220914T120000
DTSTAMP:20220331T233237Z
CREATED:20220201T023346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T233237Z
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SUMMARY:Bradleys Head Tour: Sydney Harbour in War and Peace
DESCRIPTION:From arrival of the First Fleet in 1788 to the present Port Jackson has been home to naval units. Initially ships were detached from the Royal Navy to provide Naval defence until 1859. Then followed the New South Wales Colonial Navy\, the Commonwealth Naval Force from Federation and from 1911\, the Royal Australian Navy. \nThe aim of this short walking tour on Bradleys Head where its own military history and stunning vistas combine\, our knowledgeable guides will tell stories along a timeline from first European settlement to the end of WW2. These stories of naval events from the 20th century also connect with the military and naval activity on the Harbour from the First Fleet to the establishment of the RAN. \nTour Information\nFrequency: Every 2nd Wednesday of the month February to November. \nLocation: Bradleys Head on the northern shore of Sydney Harbour lies at the end of Bradleys Head Road which is accessed by following Military Road from Mosman. Being part of the Sydney Harbour National Park access fees are applicable. Information is available from the NPWS website. \nGroup Size: from 10 to 20 maximum \nTime: This tour commences at 10.30am and concludes by 12.00 pm at the same point. \nMeeting Point: The tour starting location is the circular Navy Memorial on Bradley’s Head adjacent the mast of HMAS Sydney. \nMobility: The pathways and areas visited during this tour are generally flat and easily accessible. The total distance walked is less than one kilometre. \nFootwear: Sensible footwear is a must. \nHats\, sunglasses\, sunscreen and bottled water: The tour is outdoors. Come prepared\, even if the weather is overcast. \nPlanning your trip: The best method of travel to Bradley’s Head is motor vehicle. Car parking for a limited number of vehicles is available on the lower level adjacent the memorials. Additional parking is available a short walk away on the access road into Bradleys Head. \nCancellation Policy: Although it is possible for the tour to proceed rail\, hail or shine\, the lack of shelter if inclement weather is forecast may determine cancellation or postponement of the tour. If this is necessary the guide will contact the tour organiser late on the previous day. A full refund will be made. \nCOVID Protocols: All group members must be fully vaccinated\, not suffering flu like symptoms and observe local site requirements. \nTour Co-ordinator Contact\nFor questions or alternative payment options please contact the Society. \nPhone: 0451 218 408 (Tuesday and Thursday only 0900 to 1500)\nE-mail: tours@navyhistory.au
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/bradleys-head-tour-sydney-harbour-in-war-and-peace-6/
LOCATION:Bradleys Head\, end of Bradleys Head Road\, Mosman\, NSW\, 2088
CATEGORIES:Sydney,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220822T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220822T210000
DTSTAMP:20220807T033137Z
CREATED:20220807T033137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220807T033137Z
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SUMMARY:Victorian Chapter - “Show & Tell”
DESCRIPTION:Naval Historical Society of Australia – Victoria Chapter \nCordially invites you to \nOur Monthly Meeting at 1900 on Monday 22 August 2022 \nAt Waverley RSL – Sunset Room \n161 Coleman Parade\, Glen Waverley \n  \n“Show & Tell” \nThis “Show & Tell” evening breaks with our normal monthly meeting practice of listening to a Guest Speaker.  It provides an opportunity for attendees to bring along items which they consider of likely interest to others in our Chapter\, and to describe their relevance in just a few minutes. \nIn effect this provides a dozen or more Guest Speakers\, each presenting a short vignette.  There are no limits to what members can offer to the evening\, with the only constraint being a limit of five minutes in which to convey their message \nSo rummage around in those old cupboards\, sea chests\, photo albums and sock drawers – or even song books – to help bring this evening alive. \nPast events of this nature have proven to be most entertaining\, with a smattering of humorous topics among others of a more serious nature.   Our President will do his best to maintain “good order and discipline” by running the proceedings.  It would be helpful if those intending to speak would advise him by email beforehand – at andrewmackinnon0404@gmail.com. \nAs noted in our last “Three Headed Dog” newsletter\, the evening will include a short ceremony to hand over the prize-winner’s Belt awarded to Stoker Leonard “Len” Stanley Hill who won the Heavyweight Division of the Mediterranean Fleet Championships in 1936.  This encased belt will be on display before being presented to his son for future safe keeping in the family. \n  \nMembers and Guests are most welcome \nA relaxing meal and drink beforehand in the RSL’s delightful Warramunga Room is always a pleasant prelude to the 1900 meeting
URL:https://navyhistory.au/event/victorian-chapter-show-tell/
LOCATION:Waverley RSL\, 161 Coleman Parade\, Glen Waverley\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Melbourne
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