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The Torea is proving to be one of the toughest salvage efforts for a New Zealand company.
Salvage of grounded boat proves tough NEIL RATLEY Last updated 16:42 28/08/2012 0 Share NICOLE GOURLEY/Fairfax NZ The stricken fishing/passenger vessel Torea after running aground on Ruapuke Island. The Torea is proving to be one of the toughest salvage...
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Navy draws fire as it touts 'Green Fleet'
Navy draws fire as it touts 'Green Fleet' By Jennifer A. Dlouhy Updated 10:37 p.m., Thursday, July 19, 2012 1 of 3 VIEW: Smaller | Hide Fleet replenishment oiler Henry J. Kaiser, left, delivers a 50-50 blend of advanced biofuels and traditional petroleum-based...
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Russia: Zelenodolsk Shipyard to Host Keel-Laying of the Fourth Project 21631 Corvette
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£3m rehab complex to help budding Royal Marines through training opens
£3m rehab complex to help budding Royal Marines through training opens News £3m rehab complex to help budding Royal Marines through training opens 24 July 2012 The Navy’s second most senior officer today opened a state-of-the-art rehab centre to help...
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Two Chinese Warships Are In Turkey
Two Chinese Warships Are In Turkey 29 JUL 2012 4 COMMENTS The Jingkai II (Type 054A) class frigate 538 Yantai, passing through Dardanelles. Captured from the linked video. I know the title of this blog does not says much but I do not have much info about...
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What a sight! Full moon appears to form sixth Olympic ring under Tower Bridge in London
What a sight! Full moon appears to form sixth Olympic ring under Tower Bridge in London Photographer's stunning photo becomes an instant hit showing the perfect alignment of the full moon and multi-colored rings framed by the iconic bridge NEW YORK DAILY...
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Navy’s first submarine with all-female crew
Michelle Obama sponsors Navy’s first submarine with all-female crew By Carlo Munoz - 05/28/12 03:57 PM ET The USS Illinois, the first Navy submarine to be staffed by an all-female crew, received the support of the White House on Memorial Day. On Monday,...
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This Year the ‘A’ in Anzac Stands for Australian Ships
This Year the ‘A’ in Anzac Stands for Australian Ships Tuesday, 24 April 2012, 10:57 am Press Release: New Zealand Defence Force Media Advisory 24 April 2012 This Year the ‘A’ in Anzac Stands for Australian Ships Three Royal Australian Navy (RAN) ships...
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I like breakfasts, and I like big breakfasts but this could have me beat
Mario's Cafe in Warren Street , London , does a big breakfast for £10. Eat it all in 20 mins with no drink to wash it down with and you get it free. It's 10 eggs, 10 bacon, 10 sausage, 10 toast, 5 black puddings, tomatoes, beans and mushrooms. Sorry,...
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Largest NZ Defence Force Exercise in 15 Years Underway
Largest NZ Defence Force Exercise in 15 Years Underway Saturday, 28 April 2012, 3:05 pm Press Release: New Zealand Defence Force Largest NZ Defence Force Exercise in 15 Years Underway The New Zealand Defence Force has commenced its biggest joint exercise...
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Just had a rack of lamb
Another day of holiday and tomorrow is my day off, isn't that wonderful. Mei roasted a rack of lamb, from Mongolia and delicious, would prefer New Zealand lamb but they won't export enough of it here for some reason. Maybe because it is China, or maybe...
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Talked with some Gunners - Ex GI's actually
Had a chat with some colleagues on Skype, Ken Johnston and Bill Morley were visiting Jim Senton and we had a 4 way chat. It was wonderful to see Ken and Bill there to support Jim during these tough days for him and I felt very privileged to be able to...
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Just had a rack of lamb
Another day of holiday and tomorrow is my day off, isn't that wonderful. Mei roasted a rack of lamb, from Mongolia and delicious, would prefer New Zealand lamb but they won't export enough of it here for some reason. Maybe because it is China, or maybe...
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Who works the longest hours?
23 May 2012 Last updated at 10:56 ET Share this page Email Print 3.3K Share Facebook Twitter Who works the longest hours? Your hours Who gets most time off? Continue reading the main story Do you work a lot or a little? Type in your hours, and we'll tell...
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US servicemen and women urged to join Australian military
US servicemen and women urged to join Australian military amid budget cuts Email More Sharing Services Share | Share on facebook Share on twitter Print Posted: May 20, 2012 11:07 AM CST Updated: May 20, 2012 11:07 AM CST Source: The Sunday Telegraph CANBERRA...
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HMNZS RESOLUTION
Final Farewell For Navy Survey Vessel Thursday, 26 April 2012, 11:45 am Press Release: New Zealand Defence Force Media Advisory 26 April 2012 Final Farewell For Navy Survey Vessel HMNZS RESOLUTION, the RNZN’s principal hydrographic survey vessel will...
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New Passport has arrived - interesting tracking it as it travels here
These are the results of your query Times given are local to the service area in which the shipment checkpoint is recorded Airwaybill Number Origin Service Area Destination Service Area Status 1116050596 Wellington - New Zealand Dalian - China, People's...
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RE: Pacific atomic test survivors
Law Pacific atomic test survivors cannot sue Ministry of Defence The mushroom cloud of the British H-bomb during a test at Christmas Island in the Pacific Ocean. Photograph: Popperfoto Read by 31 people Remove from timeline Wednesday 14 March 2012 Court...
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Never a truer word has been spoken
Up Spirits: Ode to a tot of rum There once was a time in H.M.Ships, When the magic hour had come. The leading hands of every mess Prepared to collect the rum. The smell of Jamaican filled the air As the ritual began A daily tot of Nelson’s Blood Was a...
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North Korean subs sought
North Korean subs sought Updated at 6:09 am today South Korea is reportedly searching for four North Korean submarines that disappeared after leaving their bases. A military source quoted in a South Korean newspaper says up to four North Korean submarines...
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Woo Hoooo - rich again. What a very kind gentleman to offer me all this money
Dr. Peter Krajcovic ✆ help@global.com via camilla.lunarservers.com 1:28 PM (16 hours ago) to me HFC Bank Limited Camden House West, The Parade, Birmingham B1 3PY Registered in England No. 1117305 Member of HSBC Group Greetings, My name is Peter Krajcovic...
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HMNZS Otago - Navy Successfully Tests New Capability of Offshore Patrols
Navy Successfully Tests New Capability of Offshore Patrols Monday, 28 May 2012, 9:39 am Press Release: New Zealand Defence Force Media Release 28 May 2012 Navy Successfully Tests New Capability of Offshore Patrol Vessels The Navy has successfully conducted...
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The Sailor was on his first assignment
RNZN Veterans4justice Today at 6:41 PM It was a dark, stormy, night. The Sailor was on his first assignment, and it was guard duty. A Captain stepped out taking his dog for a walk. The nervous young Seaman snapped to attention, made a perfect salute,...
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Our weekend
Saturday I had some classes and then Mei and I went to a new restaurant, it sells pizza, and some quite reasonable steak and salads. This is the second pizza outlet in our neighbourhood which is quite extraordinary as when I arrived here I do not remember...
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Well, it is the day of Christmas Eve, it is cool here this morning -23c and expecting a high of -16c
The sun is shining bright and we will do last minute things today to be prepared for Christmas Day. Did a bit of shopping, it was cold out, snd got most things but had difficulty finding icing sugar but eventually got some from my friendly baker across...