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November 15, 2017 Frank Rands

Lost & Found

Max Ryder was a Sparker who served in IRIRANGI in the late 1950’s  It is believed that he lives or

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November 15, 2017 Frank Rands

A ‘Snippet’

In February 1945, it was reported from Waiouru W/T Station that the cricket oval, with its newly formed concrete pitch,

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November 15, 2017 Frank Rands

Where and What was ‘PUNA’

We all know about the radio station at Purewa (thanks to Pete Smith’s article) but how many know what and

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November 15, 2017 Frank Rands

Some Lady Communicators

There are at least two communicators here which are highlighted in RED. Leadership Course Oct 1970. Back row: Margaret McBride,

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November 12, 2017 Frank Rands

LONG LUNCH

The next long lunch is open to all ex sailors and their partners.  No need to register just turn up. 

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October 28, 2017 Frank Rands

Stung by the Aussies

Here is an image of the quaterdeck of HMNZS BELLONA after it was struck by a dummy rocket.  Published with

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October 28, 2017 Frank Rands

A Whaler of Communicators

Here is an image of communicators from HMNZS BELLONA taking part a race in Hobart, Tasmania 1st March 1951.  A

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October 27, 2017 Frank Rands

RAN SAILORS BURIED IN NZ- WHY

Two Royal Australian Navy Sailors are buried in the Russell Cemetery also known as Kororareka Cemetery Their names are George

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October 26, 2017 Frank Rands

Nothing to do With Comms

This is very, very clever…  click on  this LINK or this LINK  or this LINK or this LINK

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October 25, 2017 Frank Rands

BELLONA and RUGBY

Sadly an LM(E) named William Goodwin of Bellona was injured and subsequently died while playing rugby in Plymouth on 12

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