Calendar - HMAS Ararat - Navy Vessel Tour

Title

HMAS Ararat - Navy Vessel Tour

Location

Princes Wharf, Hobart

Start Time

2/04/2009 10:00 AM

End Time

2/04/2009 11:00 AM

Description

Do you have any students interested in a navy career or navy vessels?

Come aboard the HMAS Ararat!

The HMAS Ararat is one of 14 Armidale Class Patrol Boats; highly capable and versatile warships which are able to conduct a wide variety of missions and tasks. One of the primary duties is their contribution to the 'Civil Surveillance Program'. Surveillance and Boarding operations conducted by the Royal Australian Navy safeguard Australia's sovereignty and significantly contribute to the security of our nation. Operations of these botas protect against unauthorized entry, breaches of customs, immigration and drugs legislation, other illegal activity and in support of law enforcement, preserve the integrity of Australia's national fish-stocks, marine environment and other natural resources.

All Day Event

Recurrence

Workspace

Experience Type

Career/Industry Events

Testimonial

Date details

Tour 1: 10:00am Thursday 2nd April (Limit 6)

Tour 2: 11:00am Thursday 2nd April (Limit 14 )

Cost

Availability

Year 8; Year 9; Year 10

Area

South

Address

Contact

Phone

Fax

Email

aaronc@colony47.com.au

Website

http://www.navy.gov.au/HMAS_Ararat

Further information

If you are interested in the HMAS Ararat tour, please email Aaron: aaronc@colony47.com.au by COB Tuesday 31st March with the names, email and contact phone numbers of those who want to participate. Teachers and parents are welcome as part of the group.

Please note: Navy ship visits may change or be cancelled at late notice due to operational commitments.

Information for HMAS ARARAT visitors:
Essential: Covered footwear (no thongs or sandals) - Navy ships have many safety hazards - wearing non-slip covered shoes will ensure that you don't injure yourself when moving about the ship.

It may be difficult to carry bags through the ship. If possible, have small bag only.

Attachments

VEL Calendar