Communications staff, HMNZS Blackpool (F77) – part of 2nd Escort Squadron, Far East Strategic Reserve 1966-67. A total of 13 months away from New Zealand.

Rear Row: John Titmus, Eddie Tottman, Dan Warrington, Bob Ratu, Ken Beattie.
Middle Row: Gordon Kyne, Lee Hallmond, Frank Lewis, Adrian Wakely, Gene Autridge, John Cupples, Greg Knaggs.
Front Row: Jeff Still, John Hewson, Nev Winn, Bob Hill, Nick Carter and Dave Crick.