Tag: HMAS Waller

Exercise OCEAN EXPLORER comes to a close

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The largest fleet training activity for 2018, Exercise OCEAN EXPLORER has come to a successful close in Jervis Bay this week. In keeping with tradition, the exercise concluded with a tri-nation sports day on the grounds at HMAS Creswell on Sunday, following a spectacular fleet arrival of ten ships and embarked aircraft. Task Group Commander, Captain Paul O’Grady said the three-week activity resulted in multiple ships and aircraft forged into a highly effective and cooperative warfighting team. “Most importantly it has seen more than 2,000 men and women from three…

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Silent service secrets revealed

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The crew of HMAS Waller had the unique opportunity to show their family members what they do when they go to sea on a recent sea ride from HMAS Stirling at Rockingham to the Port of Fremantle. The visitors were treated to a hands-on adventure which included several hours with the submarine dived as Waller sailed in preparation for Port of Fremantle Maritime Day activities. Many had never been underway in a submarine and were treated to viewing live information on the displays as well as noting the skill and…

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Well deserved break for Waller

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Spending 106 days away from home, with 75 days underway and many of those underwater, is something Australian Navy submariners take in their stride, but keeping a boat at sea takes some special skills. HMAS Waller was recently able to achieve an ambitious program without losing a single day at sea thanks largely to her high performing Marine Engineering department. Marine Engineering Officer, Lieutenant Wesley North, said he was extremely proud of his team. “As issues arose we were able to overcome them thanks to a combination of a solid…

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Logistic liaison supports port visits

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The task of providing support to submarines when they visit ports around Australia and throughout the world is the role of a specialised team that delivers in assisting the functional capability of the submarine fleet. Behind the scenes, the team from Fleet Logistic Support Element – Submarines travel wherever submarines are due to come alongside, ensuring all is in readiness for the arrival. Unlike a warship, a submarine has very limited in space to carry everything needed to support when away from home port. With submarines regularly deploying to new…

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