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Post by mcmaster on Oct 22, 2016 17:14:41 GMT 12
Bit surprised the RAN is not sending one of the LHD's particularly given singa and Indo are sending their LPDs for the exercises before the RNZN review. Would think would be good opportunity to cross deck etc. Anyway both Canberra and Adelaide LHDs are alongside in Sydney ready to go.
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Post by nuuumannn on Oct 24, 2016 11:49:52 GMT 12
Oooo, that'll be interesting to see. I wonder if the Japanese have something else as an intent for bringing it, bearing in mind our P-3s are scheduled for replacement in a few years to come... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kawasaki_P-1 |
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Post by Brett on Nov 7, 2016 7:08:17 GMT 12
The USS Sampson is on its way to New Zealand for the Royal New Zealand Navy International Naval Review in Auckland later this month.The destroyer departed from Hawaii on November 3 (US time) to participate in 75th anniversary celebrations of the New Zealand Navy, where 22 countries will be represented.
It will become the first US Navy ship to visit New Zealand in more than 30 years, the break sparked by New Zealand's anti-nuclear laws.
While in Auckland from November 17 to 22, the crew of the Sampson will take part in a multi-ship pass-in-review, march in a 1000-strong international parade, and compete in sports tournaments with the crews of the other ships.From nz.news.yahoo.com
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Post by ErrolC on Nov 10, 2016 20:22:22 GMT 12
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 10, 2016 20:33:46 GMT 12
Jeez their navigation was well out if they've gone to Sydney for our Navy's birthday! Was the lead ship HMS Troutbridge?  |
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Post by Peter Lewis on Nov 11, 2016 8:33:28 GMT 12
By the way it was mentioned by F/Lt Phil Brock at the recent Te Atatu Forum Meet that the Naval Fleet Review on the 19th of November will also see a massed flypast of military aircraft. Latest release:  |
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Post by ErrolC on Nov 11, 2016 11:06:34 GMT 12
nznavy75.co.nz/fleet-entry/Fleet Entry Warships conduct Formations Entry into Auckland and Gun Salute on Thursday 17 November, between 6am and 3pm. The Formation Fleet Entry will occur in four divisions commencing at 5:30am and will be completed by approx. 2pm. Ships will berth either at Devonport Naval Base or Ports of Auckland. Best viewing points include: North Head, Devonport, Tamaki Drive and Auckland CBD Waterfront. A gun salute between HMNZS Te Mana and a 16 Field Regiment battery (North Head) and a Waka Taua will salute each ship as it enters the harbour. 
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 12, 2016 0:42:11 GMT 12
Temporary regulations for the Navy's 75th anniversaryFriday, 11 November, 2016 - 11:47 Temporary regulations for the Waitemata Harbour will be in place during the Royal New Zealand Navy’s 75th anniversary celebrations. The rules are to keep recreational boaties out of the way of the naval vessels, ensuring there are no collisions or security issues. Between 10 and 22 November boaties will have to stay at least 100 metres away from the sides and rear of naval vessels and at least 500m from the front when they are moving. They must stay 60m away when they are anchored. Boats will also not be allowed within 200m of the Devonport Naval Base. During this time boats are not allowed within 60m of the downtown wharfs, including Wynyard Wharf, Queens Wharf and the Downtown Ferry Terminal Basin between Princes Wharf and Queens Wharf. Auckland’s Harbourmaster Andrew Hayton says these new rules are to ensure the safety of boaties and the Navy. "During the Navy’s 75th anniversary the harbour will be unusually busy. Some of the warships will be going to Devonport’s Naval Base and the remainder will be tying up at the Ports of Auckland’s commercial wharves." On Saturday 19 November the International Naval Review will be held in the Waitemata Harbour, eight naval vessels from New Zealand and around the world will line up in formation in the harbour. There will be a reserved area around these vessels and a traffic management plan in force. Captain Hayton says, "This is one of the biggest, most exciting events that’s happened on Auckland’s harbour. We’re encouraging everyone to get out on the water, just make sure you know the rules." During this event Police, Navy and Harbourmaster boats will be operating in the area to make sure the rules are being followed and everyone remains safe. As a result of the celebrations, there may be delays to Auckland’s ferry services during the main part of the event which runs between 17 and 22 November. Customers are advised to allow plenty of time for their journeys over this period. Go to nznavy75.co.nz/ for more information on the Navy’s 75th anniversary or at.govt.nz/about-us/harbourmaster/ for further information on the rules. www.voxy.co.nz/national/5/268041
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Post by ErrolC on Nov 12, 2016 6:27:08 GMT 12
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Post by ErrolC on Nov 12, 2016 18:09:19 GMT 12
@1newsnz: Watch: International and New Zealand warships manoeuvre off Auckland beaches. tvnz.co.nz/one-news/new-zealand/watch-international-and-new-zealand-warships-manoeuvre-off-auckland-beaches pic.twitter.com/EuympiNGjD
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 12, 2016 20:08:12 GMT 12
I guess that as the Mayor of Auckland, Phil Goff will be centre stage among the dignitaries during the Navy's celebrations with a big smug look on his face, welcoming the Americans, and forgetting all about the fact he was one of the politicians that completely stuffed up our defence arrangements with them back in the 1980's.
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Post by skyhawkdon on Nov 13, 2016 19:58:15 GMT 12
He'll be out on the water protesting won't he? Just like he did in the 1960s and 70s.
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Post by ErrolC on Nov 13, 2016 20:31:39 GMT 12
@emahitangaroa16: Great @nznavy day! If you have to spend Sunday at sea, it may as well be busy! @australian_Navy helo leaves CANTERBURY #ADMM pic.twitter.com/DAYwOEkZuj
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 15, 2016 8:59:30 GMT 12
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Post by ErrolC on Nov 15, 2016 10:28:26 GMT 12
And the number of ships involved in the formal event continues to drop as USS Sampson heads south.
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Post by pepe on Nov 15, 2016 13:16:24 GMT 12
And the number of ships involved in the formal event continues to drop as USS Sampson heads south. Perhaps not. The media releases seem to refer to just making the helicopters available, which would make some sense. To deploy the ship, as well, would take longer and the helicopters can be supported (short term) by the RNZAF. Whatever happens I hope the "protest" element acknowledge their assistance. Yes, I know...........  |
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Post by ErrolC on Nov 15, 2016 13:30:07 GMT 12
Right, that even makes more sense!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 15, 2016 13:40:47 GMT 12
I think it's great the USN has offered the Seahawks and Orion. Makes sense, while they're here! Great to see.
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Post by saratoga on Nov 15, 2016 13:50:13 GMT 12
I would say its appreciated, as i don't think we can ask for their assistance unless we have a national state of emergency declared,currently just local state of emergency.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 15, 2016 14:40:37 GMT 12
The protesters would do much more for the world by saving the money they'd spend on boat fuel and give it to the earthquake fund.
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