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LOST AND FOUND
A number of people are looking for ex Naval Members which may or may not have been a communicator. Here is a list of those requests. If you can assist please email me at webmaster@rnzncomms.org and I...
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The Wakefield Quartet
These four youngsters all served in HMNZS WAKEFIELD. Can you identify them?
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Veterans starting to seek out services
A recent press release by the Hon David Bennett (Minister for Veterans Affairs) of 9 June 2017, which maybe of interest to members of the Association and veterans. Interestingly you can serve over...
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Bunting Crosses the Bar
It is with much regret that I advise the David Ahuriri ex WOYS has crossed the bar. No details of funeral as yet and will advise when known.
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RNZN Comms 50th Anniversary Polo Shirts
A number of communicators have indicated that they are unable to attend the 50th Anniversary celebrations, but would like to order a polo shirt. A new online form has been generated which will allow...
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Review of the Veterans Support Act 2014
Okay, we have all got down on Veterans Affairs over the past couple of years about anomalies and how veterans are treated under the Act. So here is your chance. A review of the Veterans Support Act...
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Some Likely Lads Here
This is an image from TAMAKI Winter Intake of 1965. Can we put names to faces. Rear L-R Chris Fletcher, Kevin Griffin, Derek Johnson, Wayne Jenkins, Tony Vickers (Class Leader), Fred Potu, Wayne...
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Unofficial Communicators Luncheon – Wellington
This is an opportunity for Communicators in the Wellington Region to get together to re-tell a few lies, have a beer/wine and eat some food with other like minded people. The unofficial get together...
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Visual Signalling In The Royal Australian Navy
Visual signalling (V/S) has been used by navies the world over for centuries. The origins and history of V/S, at a time when the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) is embracing new technologies, and all that...
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HMNZS HAUTAPU v HMNZS IRIRANGI
Did you know that one of the names for the Waiouru W/T Radio Station might have been HMNZS HAUTAPU which means ‘sacred wind’. In 1956 there was obviously some discussion as to what the Waiouru W/T...
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Three Communicators Here
Here is an image taken in 1985 when three members of the Communicators Branch were commissioned. Rear L-R WOYS Nick Carter, WOGI Ken Johnson, CPOCK Brett Docherty (RIP) and CPOCEA Grant Finlayson...
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A Branch of Communications
For most of us this is a Branch of Communications which we never even dreamed about or even thought may exist. The Australian Defence Force are moving with the times and threats and will now develop a...
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RNZN Management and Divisional Course 1985
Here is an image of Petty Officers completing the RNZN Management & Divisional Course required for Promotion to Chief Petty Officer. Are there any Communicators in the image?
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The War Office
This is an image of the Masonic Hotel which I am sure a few of you have drawn a pint. The whole complex is unrecognisable with new apartments to the left in the car park and the Masonic restored to a...
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Jack Passings – July 2017
The following Sailors ‘Crossed the Bar’ during the month of July 2017. Details of funerals etc can be found by clicking HERE. DAVIDSON, George Spence Stoker LEE, William Clayton (Bill) Telegraphist
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EW Class
Here is an image of an Electronic Warfare Class of 1985 taken on the helicopter pad, North Head. The Class Instructor was CPOEW Lionel Tuiwhai. Who were the students?
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Recommendations for Accommodation
A member of the Assn is considering visiting Rotovegas post the Reunion in 2018 for a couple of days. He hasn’t been there for donkeys and is seeking recommendations on accommodation from shipmates...
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Buntings move into Texting
Here is an article where the US Navy are experimenting with signal lamp – based ship to ship texting… Click HERE to read article and don’t forget to click on the Utube at the end of the article which...
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RNZN Comms 50th Anniversary Polo Shirts
A number of communicators have indicated that they are unable to attend the 50th Anniversary celebrations, but would like to order a polo shirt. A new online form has been generated which will allow...
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