Author: Frank Rands

A new campaign will see former sailors as old as 60 asked to consider rejoining the Senior Service on a

A question has arisen around whether the Navy ever had Land Rovers which were painted Navy Blue.   My thoughts

This image is thought to be Canterbury 1987.  I can see a few Communicators here. Tank McLean, Buck Taylor, Dean

The upcoming ‘HMNZS OTAGO Reunion’ will be held at the Petone Workingman’s Club in Petone on 17 – 19 March

What happened to HMS EREBUS and HMS TERROR the Artic Ghost Ships –  Click HERE HMS Hood – Click HERE

After WW2 all RNZN ships reverted to a single grey colour from their various camouflage schemes.  The RN changed their

It would be interesting to know the number of ‘Jacks’ who went through this man’s parlour and of course stopped

Here is an image taken on Royal Yacht Britannia.  Can you identify these sailors? Click on image to enlarge. L-R

So, what can we do once we finally decide to retire and receive our pension.  Take it from me, it