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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230921T120000
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SUMMARY:VIC Quarterly Lunch
DESCRIPTION:VICTORIA DIVISION QUARTERLY LUNCH IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO CATCH UP WITH FORMER COLLEAGUES AND MEET SOME NEW FRIENDS.\nGuests Welcome \nCost to be advised.  Pay on the day. \nDress – Smart Casual
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/vic-quarterly-lunch-8/
LOCATION:Young & Jackson Hotel\, 1 Swanston St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC - Melbourne
ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Makings":MAILTO:terrymakings@bigpond.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230914T094500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230914T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221122T112706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T232231Z
UID:7412-1694684700-1694701800@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:WA Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:A SPECIAL VISIT + CATCH UP WITH OLD MATES AND MEET SOME NEW.\nCash bar and pay for food when ordering. \nVisit to Police Air Wing at Jandakot followed by lunch at venue TBA \nMeeting place TBA \nAdvise organiser of intention to attend one week before date. 
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/wa-luncheon-8/
LOCATION:SA
CATEGORIES:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="Brett Dowsing":MAILTO:chairmanwa@navalofficer.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230913T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230913T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20230806T044909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230806T044909Z
UID:8115-1694608200-1694615400@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:Brisbane Quarterly Lunch
DESCRIPTION:A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO CATCH UP WITH FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES\nPay own way on the day \nDress – smart casual \nAdvise organiser of intention to attend by 7 September
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/brisbane-quarterly-lunch-2/
LOCATION:United Services Club\, 183 Wickham Terrace\, Spring Hill\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:QLD
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Craig":MAILTO:chairmanqld@navalofficer.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230904T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230904T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20230518T035604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T035604Z
UID:7933-1693828800-1693837800@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:ACT Member Lunch
DESCRIPTION:CATCH UP WITH OLD FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES OR MEET SOME NEW.\nMain meal plus tea or coffee. \nCost $30 pay on the day.  \nDrinks at club prices. \nDress – smart casual \nMembers wishing to attend this event should contact the Event Organiser (details below) at least a week before the event to reserve a place.
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/act-member-lunch-2/
LOCATION:Orion Room\, Southern Cross Club\, Woden\, 92-96 Corinna Street\, Woden\, ACT\, 2606\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ACT - Canberra
ORGANIZER;CN="Sam Hughes":MAILTO:sam-judy@bigpond.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230901T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230901T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20230510T041627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T041627Z
UID:7903-1693585800-1693591200@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:TAS Monthly Drinks
DESCRIPTION:A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO MEET UP WITH OLD FRIENDS AND POTENTIALLY MAKE SOME NEW.\nNo host event – bring a nautical friend \nCasual drinks at bar prices \nPay your own way \nDress – smart casual
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/tas-monthly-drinks-27/
LOCATION:Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania\, Marieville Esplanade\, Sandy Bay Tasmania 7005\, Sandy Bay\, TAS\, 7005\, Australia
CATEGORIES:TAS
ORGANIZER;CN="Cal Johnson":MAILTO:chairmanTAS@navalofficer.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230830T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230830T183000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20230510T033208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T034547Z
UID:7882-1693414800-1693420200@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:VIC Monthly Drinks
DESCRIPTION:NO HOST SOCIAL GATHERING FOR MEMBERS AND LIKE-MINDED GUESTS.\nDrinks at regular bar prices. \nJust turn up on the day. \nDress – Casual
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/viuc-monthly-drinks/
LOCATION:Young & Jackson Hotel\, 1 Swanston St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC - Melbourne
ORGANIZER;CN="Rob Glanvill":MAILTO:Glanvill2000@yahoo.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230810T174500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230810T203000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221122T063410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T064303Z
UID:7392-1691689500-1691699400@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:WA Meeting & Dinner
DESCRIPTION:A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO CATCH UP WITH OLD MATES AND MEET SOME NEW – GUESTS WELCOME.\nGuest speaker to lead discussion period will be advised. \nCash bar and pay for food when ordering. \nDetails will be provided by email well in advance of event.  \nAdvise organiser of intention to attend at least one week in advance. \nA donation of $5 per attendee at our evening meetings will go into our bank coffers for expenses and donations.
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/wa-meeting-dinner-9/
LOCATION:Fremantle Sailing Club\, 151 Marine Terrace\, Fremantle\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="Brett Dowsing":MAILTO:chairmanwa@navalofficer.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230807T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230807T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20230518T035342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T035342Z
UID:7931-1691409600-1691418600@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:ACT Member Lunch
DESCRIPTION:CATCH UP WITH OLD FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES OR MEET SOME NEW.\nMain meal plus tea or coffee. \nCost $30 pay on the day.  \nDrinks at club prices. \nDress – smart casual \nMembers wishing to attend this event should contact the Event Organiser (details below) at least a week before the event to reserve a place.
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/act-member-lunch/
LOCATION:Orion Room\, Southern Cross Club\, Woden\, 92-96 Corinna Street\, Woden\, ACT\, 2606\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ACT - Canberra
ORGANIZER;CN="Sam Hughes":MAILTO:sam-judy@bigpond.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230804T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230804T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20230510T041436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T041436Z
UID:7901-1691166600-1691172000@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:TAS Monthly Drinks
DESCRIPTION:A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO MEET UP WITH OLD FRIENDS AND POTENTIALLY MAKE SOME NEW.\nNo host event – bring a nautical friend \nCasual drinks at bar prices \nPay your own way \nDress – smart casual
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/tas-monthly-drinks-26/
LOCATION:Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania\, Marieville Esplanade\, Sandy Bay Tasmania 7005\, Sandy Bay\, TAS\, 7005\, Australia
CATEGORIES:TAS
ORGANIZER;CN="Cal Johnson":MAILTO:chairmanTAS@navalofficer.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230726T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230726T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20230510T032949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T032949Z
UID:7880-1690390800-1690394400@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:VIC Monthly Drinks
DESCRIPTION:NO HOST SOCIAL GATHERING FOR MEMBERS AND LIKE-MINDED GUESTS.\nDrinks at regular bar prices. \nJust turn up on the day. \nDress – Casual
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/vic-monthly-drinks/
LOCATION:Young & Jackson Hotel\, 1 Swanston St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC - Melbourne
ORGANIZER;CN="Rob Glanvill":MAILTO:Glanvill2000@yahoo.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230723T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230723T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20230502T064018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T064018Z
UID:7866-1690113600-1690128000@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:NSW Mid-Winter Lunch
DESCRIPTION:THE KIRRIBILLI CLUB WILL BE WELL KNOWN TO MANY MEMBERS AS A RELAXED ENVIRONMENT OFFERING FINE FOOD AND BEVERAGES.   THE NOC FUNCTION AREA HAS A BALCONY WITH VIEWS.  \nPartners and guests welcome. \nThe all inclusive cost includes canapes on arrival\, entree and main plus a 4 hour drinks package. \nClose to Milson’s Point railway station and the Luna Park Milsons Point ferry terminal.  \nAdvise organiser of attendance and any dietary requirements by 16 July.  \nDress – smart casual \nCost – TBA
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/nsw-mid-winter-lunch-2/
LOCATION:Kirribilli Club\, 11 Harbourview Crescent\, Lavender Bay\, NSW\, 2060\, Australia
CATEGORIES:NSW - Sydney
ORGANIZER;CN="John Hodges":MAILTO:johnhodges@navalofficer.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230713T114500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230713T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221122T112937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T112937Z
UID:7414-1689248700-1689258600@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:WA Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO CATCH UP WITH OLD MATES AND MEET SOME NEW – GUESTS WELCOME.\nMay be turned into visit plus luncheon. \nCash bar and pay for food when ordering. \nDetails will be provided by email well in advance of event.  \nAdvise organiser of intention to attend at least one week in advance.
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/wa-luncheon-9/
LOCATION:Anzac House\, 28 Saint Georges terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="Brett Dowsing":MAILTO:chairmanwa@navalofficer.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230707T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230707T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20230510T041305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T041305Z
UID:7899-1688747400-1688752800@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:TAS Monthly Drinks
DESCRIPTION:A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO MEET UP WITH OLD FRIENDS AND POTENTIALLY MAKE SOME NEW.\nNo host event – bring a nautical friend \nCasual drinks at bar prices \nPay your own way \nDress – smart casual
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/tas-monthly-drinks-25/
LOCATION:Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania\, Marieville Esplanade\, Sandy Bay Tasmania 7005\, Sandy Bay\, TAS\, 7005\, Australia
CATEGORIES:TAS
ORGANIZER;CN="Cal Johnson":MAILTO:chairmanTAS@navalofficer.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230703T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230703T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20230518T035043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T035043Z
UID:7929-1688385600-1688394600@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:ACT Guest Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nBRING A GUEST OR TWO\nDrinks and two course lunch \nCost approx $45 pp pay in advance.  Email notice will confirm.  \nDrinks at club prices. \nDress – smart casual \nMembers wishing to attend this event should contact the Event Organiser (details below) at least a week before the event to reserve a place.  Email before event will provide more detail.  
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/act-guest-luncheon-3/
LOCATION:Orion Room\, Southern Cross Club\, Woden\, 92-96 Corinna Street\, Woden\, ACT\, 2606\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ACT - Canberra
ORGANIZER;CN="Sam Hughes":MAILTO:sam-judy@bigpond.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230628T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230628T183000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221119T075427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221119T075427Z
UID:7349-1687971600-1687977000@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:Melbourne Monthly Drinks
DESCRIPTION:NO HOST SOCIAL GATHERING FOR MEMBERS AND LIKE-MINDED GUESTS.\nDrinks at regular bar prices. \nJust turn up on the day. \nDress – Casual
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/melbourne-monthly-drinks-20/
LOCATION:Young & Jackson Hotel\, 1 Swanston St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC - Melbourne
ORGANIZER;CN="Rob Glanvill":MAILTO:Glanvill2000@yahoo.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230614T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230614T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221116T025217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T032505Z
UID:7328-1686744000-1686753000@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:Victoria Quarterly Lunch
DESCRIPTION:VICTORIA DIVISION QUARTERLY LUNCH IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO CATCH UP WITH FORMER COLLEAGUES AND MEET SOME NEW FRIENDS.\nCost of $40 covers two course lunch.  Beverages at bar prices. \nThis is a combined lunch with NWOA.  Go to NWOA website at this link to book by 7 June. \nDress – Jacket & Tie
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/victoria-quarterly-lunch-10/
LOCATION:Angliss Restaurant\, 555 La Trobe Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC - Melbourne
ORGANIZER;CN="Rob Glanvill":MAILTO:Glanvill2000@yahoo.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230610T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230610T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20230609T194029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T194029Z
UID:8010-1686384000-1686416400@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:China Illegally Entered Vietnam’s Waters. Russia Is Raising The Stakes.
DESCRIPTION:A 2014 photo how a Chinese coast guard ship being blocked by three Vietnamese Coast Guard Vessels. Photo: AP\nWhen you’re in a geopolitical dispute with your bigger\, stronger neighbor\, the last thing you want is Russia taking their side. That’s exactly what’s happening to Vietnam in the South China Sea. Vietnam and China 7 have had a longstanding row involving the reach of Vietnam’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). In recent weeks\, a Chinese research ship and five escort vessels defied Vietnam’s orders to leave its EEZ\, in an area near gas blocks operated by Russian firms. The episode exemplifies China’s increasing aggression in the South China Sea. It also reveals an important aspect of China’s “partnership” with Russia. China’s incursions into Vietnamese waters are nothing new. In 2017\, China threatened to attack Vietnamese outposts unless Vietnam stopped drilling operations in a disputed area. The Spanish oil firm Repsol\, which had been exploring in partnership with state-owned PetroVietnam\, complied. During 2019\, in a months-long standoff\, Chinese vessels harassed Vietnamese hydrocarbon survey efforts in Vanguard Bank. In June 2020\, China pressured PetroVietnam to cancel production-sharing contracts with Repsol for two blocks. A month later\, PetroVietnam rejected a drilling contract with NobleNE +5% Corporation for another nearby block. Both decisions cost PetroVietnam financial and reputational damage. Concurrently with other attempts to establish “jurisdiction” over neighboring waters\, China has ramped up its incursions into Vietnam’s EEZ. Since January 2022\, Vietnam has observed Chinese Coast Guard vessels patrolling through energy exploration blocks operated by Russian firms within Vietnam’s EEZ more than 40 times. This month’s episode follows a similar one in March in which Chinese Coast Guard ships sailed through areas operated in part by Russia’s state-controlled Zarubezhneft and Gazprom. China denied knowledge of any patrols in those blocks. When Vietnam demanded the ships leave earlier this month\, they were in a block operated by Vietgazprom\, a joint venture between Gazprom and PetroVietnam. In response to the episode\, a Chinese spokeswoman commented that “Relevant ships of China carry out normal activities under China’s jurisdiction. It is legitimate and lawful\, and there is no issue of entering other countries’ exclusive economic zones.” China appears to be using its research activities to cement its illegal claim to “jurisdiction” over neighboring waters outside the boundaries established by the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)\, to which China is a signatory. It is denying that it has entered Vietnam’s EEZ. Employing a strategy known as legal warfare or lawfare\, China has similarly claimed jurisdiction over areas of the Philippines’ EEZ and even the Taiwan Strait—claims which have no basis in international law. It has even used a spy vessel to conduct “research” in the Philippines’ internal waters. Vietnam is getting tougher on China. Late last year\, Vietnam settled a 12-year maritime boundary dispute with Indonesia\, setting the stage for tensions with China. The Vietnam-Indonesia agreement was based on UNCLOS. Although China is a signatory to UNCLOS\, it rejects application of the treaty to most of the South China Sea\, and instead claims most of the South China Sea based on calculated misinterpretations of international law. In 2016\, an arbitral tribunal invalidated China’s sweeping claims and ruled that maritime boundaries in the South China Sea must not exceed those established by UNCLOS. China has rejected the ruling\, has spoken out strongly against its neighbors when they refer to it publicly\, and has condemned Vietnam when it has threatened a similar lawsuit. China has resisted Vietnam’s attempts to follow and enforce international law. China expanded its patrols right before Indonesia and Vietnam signed their agreement in December. Chinese vessels have also patrolled the nearby Tuna gas field in Indonesia’s EEZ\, and Indonesia deployed a warship in January to monitor a Chinese ship there. The fields that China has been entering this spring are close to the Vietnam’s strategic boundary with Indonesia’s EEZ\, as well as other blocks claimed by China. Previously\, China tried to insert into the negotiating text of ASEAN’s proposed South China Sea Code of Conduct a stipulation that neighboring states must conduct all economic activity in the South China Sea by themselves and not in cooperation with companies or countries from outside the region. This requirement would severely restrict state sovereignty and be nearly impossible to follow for states without the capital and technology to explore alone. It would also pave the way for China to become their default partner of choice—enabling China to more easily assert “jurisdiction.” Vietnam must continue to fight China’s attempts to restrict its sovereignty and choke its revenue. For all of its differences with the West and its Southeast Asian neighbors\, Vietnam agrees with them on the 8 importance of UNCLOS. Vietnam and its neighbors should work to continue to settle their maritime disputes in accordance with UNCLOS\, supported by the United States and other law-abiding nations. By establishing and enforcing UNCLOS as the governing principle of maritime boundaries in the South China Sea\, a coalition of supporters of international law can push back against China’s aggression. The episode also reveals an important facet of the new “partnership” between China and Russia. Russia has become more reliant on energy sales to China since Russia invaded Ukraine. While it is unclear what the “no-limits” partnership means\, China’s incursions into Russian-operated gas fields\, even those jointly operated with Vietnam\, shows that Russia will tacitly approve as China violates international law. Russia’s backing makes it even more important that law-abiding nations rally around UNCLOS and international law. When two superpowers line up against the international legal order\, law-abiding nations must push back hard to keep it from crumbling. Source: Forbes Aerospace & Defense INS Vikrant will be Fully Operational by November 2023: Na
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/china-illegally-entered-vietnams-waters-russia-is-raising-the-stakes/
LOCATION:SA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230608T174500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230608T203000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221122T063050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T064352Z
UID:7390-1686246300-1686256200@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:WA Meeting & Dinner
DESCRIPTION:A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO CATCH UP WITH OLD MATES AND MEET SOME NEW – GUESTS WELCOME.\nGuest speaker to lead discussion period will be advised. \nCash bar and pay for food when ordering. \nDetails will be provided by email well in advance of event.  \nAdvise organiser of intention to attend at least one week in advance. \nA donation of $5 per attendee at our evening meetings will go into our bank coffers for expenses and donations.
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/wa-meeting-dinner-8/
LOCATION:Fremantle Sailing Club\, 151 Marine Terrace\, Fremantle\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="Brett Dowsing":MAILTO:chairmanwa@navalofficer.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230605T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230605T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221122T061936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T061936Z
UID:7384-1685966400-1685977200@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:ACT Guest Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:BRING A GUEST OR TWO\nDrinks and two course lunch \nCost approx $45 pp pay in advance.  Email notice will confirm.  \nDrinks at club prices. \nDress – smart casual \nMembers wishing to attend this event should contact the Event Organiser (details below) at least a week before the event to reserve a place.  Email before event will provide more detail.  
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/act-guest-luncheon-2/
LOCATION:Orion Room\, Southern Cross Club\, Woden\, 92-96 Corinna Street\, Woden\, ACT\, 2606\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ACT - Canberra
ORGANIZER;CN="Sam Hughes":MAILTO:sam-judy@bigpond.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230602T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230602T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20230510T041042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T041042Z
UID:7897-1685723400-1685728800@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:TAS Monthly Drinks
DESCRIPTION:A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO MEET UP WITH OLD FRIENDS AND POTENTIALLY MAKE SOME NEW.\nNo host event – bring a nautical friend \nCasual drinks at bar prices \nPay your own way \nDress – smart casual
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/tas-monthly-drinks-24/
LOCATION:Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania\, Marieville Esplanade\, Sandy Bay Tasmania 7005\, Sandy Bay\, TAS\, 7005\, Australia
CATEGORIES:TAS
ORGANIZER;CN="Cal Johnson":MAILTO:chairmanTAS@navalofficer.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230531T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230531T183000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221119T075231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221119T075231Z
UID:7347-1685552400-1685557800@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:Melbourne Monthly Drinks
DESCRIPTION:NO HOST SOCIAL GATHERING FOR MEMBERS AND LIKE-MINDED GUESTS.\nDrinks at regular bar prices. \nJust turn up on the day. \nDress – Casual
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/melbourne-monthly-drinks-19/
LOCATION:Young & Jackson Hotel\, 1 Swanston St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC - Melbourne
ORGANIZER;CN="Rob Glanvill":MAILTO:Glanvill2000@yahoo.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230525T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20230525T094611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T094919Z
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SUMMARY:USS Canberra Will Join the U.S. Fleet in Australia to Honour Namesake
DESCRIPTION:SAN DIEGO – The future USS Canberra (LCS 30) will join the U.S. Navy active fleet on July 22 with the U.S. Navy’s first international commissioning ceremony at the Royal Australian Navy Fleet Base East in Sydney\, Australia. \nCanberra is the first U.S. Navy warship to be commissioned in an allied country. It is the second U.S. Navy ship to bear the namesake of Canberra. \n“I can think of no better way to signify our enduring partnership with Australia than celebrating the newest U.S. Navy warship named for Australia’s capital city\, and commissioning her in Royal Australian Navy Fleet Base East surrounded by many of the Australian ships we have worked alongside for years\,” said Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro. “I look forward to this momentous day for the ship\, crew\, sponsor\, and all our partners in government and industry who worked tirelessly to give the future USS Canberra the celebration it deserves.” \nAustralian Chief of Navy\, Vice Adm. Mark Hammond said this historic event encapsulates both the depth of the historical ties\, and modern day partnership between the Royal Australian Navy and the U.S. Navy.   9 “This is a unique demonstration of respect by the U.S. for the Officers and Sailors of the Royal Australian Navy\,” said Hammond. “It is an opportunity to reflect on our shared history\, and on a friendship forged while fighting side-by-side. On August 9\, 1942 the RAN heavy cruiser HMAS Canberra was severely damaged off Guadalcanal (Solomon Islands) while protecting the U.S. Marines fighting ashore. In a surprise attack by a powerful Japanese naval force\, Canberra was hit 24 times in less than two minutes and 84 of her crew were killed including Captain Frank Getting” \n“I look forward to welcoming the U.S. Navy\, and the crew of USS Canberra to Australia and we are honoured to host the U.S. Navy’s first international commissioning. It will be a historical event to see the USS Canberra and HMAS Canberra alongside each other in Sydney. As we look to the future\, the strength of our partnership remains a cornerstone of a secure\, stable\, free and open Indo-Pacific Region.” \nThe first USS Canberra (CA-70/CAG-2) was named at the direction of President Franklin D. Roosevelt in honour of the Australian heavy cruiser HMAS Canberra for the ship’s courageous actions during the Battle of Savo Island that took place Aug. 7-9\, 1942. The new Baltimore-class heavy cruiser was renamed Canberra from Pittsburgh on Oct. 16\, 1942\, and was commissioned on Oct. 14\, 1943. \nCanberra will soon begin the transit for the Navy’s first international ship commissioning making stops along the transit in Indo-Pacific nations prior to its arrival in Sydney for commissioning. \nA visit to the Australian capital city of Canberra is planned the day after commissioning\, continuing the U.S. Navy tradition of building a strong relationship with namesake communities. \nThe ship’s sponsor is Australian Senator\, the Honourable Marise Payne\, the former Australian Minister of Foreign Affairs who attended the ship’s keel laying ceremony in Mobile\, Ala. in 2020. The ship was christened on 5 June 2021\, by Alison Petchell\, the Australian Government’s Defence Assistant Secretary for Industrial Capability Planning in the Nuclear Submarines Taskforce and former Minister Counsellor for Defense Materiel\, on behalf of Senator Payne. The ship arrived for the first time at its homeport of San Diego last year. \nThe first U.S. Navy ship named after a foreign capital\, Canberra (CA-70) was sponsored by Lady Alice C. Dixon\, the wife of Sir Owen Dixon\, then Australian Minister to the United States. Following World War II\, Canberra was placed out of commission and in reserve on March 7\, 1947. Five years later\, the ship was selected to be the U.S. Navy’s second guided missile cruiser. The ship was re-commissioned on June 15\, 1956\, as guided missile heavy cruiser CAG-2. \nWith its new designation\, Canberra transported President Dwight D. Eisenhower and later was the ceremonial flagship for the selection of the Unknown Serviceman of both World War II and Korea interned at Arlington National Cemetery\, was the Commander of the Atlantic Fleet Cruiser Force flagship\, conducted an around the globe goodwill cruise\, provided medical assistance to the crew of the Turkish merchantman Mehmet Ipar\, was the Commander Task Group 136.1 flagship that was charged with maintaining a blockade during the Cuban Missile Crisis\, and served in Korea and Vietnam. To highlight the ship’s role in naval gunfire support following operations in Vietnam\, Canberra was re-designated to original classification and identification number CA-70 on May 1\, 1968. \nCanberra received seven battle stars for her service in World War II. The ship was decommissioned on Feb. 2\, 1970\, and was stricken from the Naval Vessel Register on July 31\, 1978. \nThe present day USS Canberra is the 16th Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship commissioned by the U.S. Navy. LCS are designed to be fast\, optimally-manned\, mission-tailored\, surface combatants that operate in both littoral and open-ocean environments. LCS integrate with joint\, combined\, crewed\, and unmanned systems to support forward-presence\, maritime security\, sea control\, and deterrence missions around the globe. The future USS Canberra was built by Austal USA in Mobile\, Alabama. Source: SeaPower
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/uss-canberra-will-join-the-u-s-fleet-in-australia-to-honour-namesake/
LOCATION:SA
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230511T114500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230511T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221122T112514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T112514Z
UID:7410-1683805500-1683815400@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:WA Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO CATCH UP WITH OLD MATES AND MEET SOME NEW.\nCash bar and pay for food when ordering. \nVisits may be arranged to maritime-interest sites followed by the luncheon – these will be advised separately. \nAdvise organiser of intention to attend one week before date.  
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/wa-luncheon-7/
LOCATION:Fremantle Sailing Club\, 151 Marine Terrace\, Fremantle\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="Brett Dowsing":MAILTO:chairmanwa@navalofficer.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230501T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230501T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221122T061235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T061235Z
UID:7380-1682942400-1682951400@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:ACT Monthly Lunch
DESCRIPTION:CATCH UP WITH OLD FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES OR MEET SOME NEW.\nMain meal plus tea or coffee. \nCost $30 pay on the day.  \nDrinks at club prices. \nDress – smart casual \nMembers wishing to attend this event should contact the Event Organiser (details below) at least a week before the event to reserve a place.
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/act-monthly-lunch-9/
LOCATION:Orion Room\, Southern Cross Club\, Woden\, 92-96 Corinna Street\, Woden\, ACT\, 2606\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ACT - Canberra
ORGANIZER;CN="Sam Hughes":MAILTO:sam-judy@bigpond.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230426T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230426T183000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221119T075040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221119T075040Z
UID:7345-1682528400-1682533800@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:Melbourne Monthly Drinks
DESCRIPTION:NO HOST SOCIAL GATHERING FOR MEMBERS AND LIKE-MINDED GUESTS.\nDrinks at regular bar prices. \nJust turn up on the day. \nDress – Casual
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/melbourne-monthly-drinks-18/
LOCATION:Young & Jackson Hotel\, 1 Swanston St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC - Melbourne
ORGANIZER;CN="Rob Glanvill":MAILTO:Glanvill2000@yahoo.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230413T174500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230413T203000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221122T062850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T064444Z
UID:7388-1681407900-1681417800@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:WA Meeting & Dinner
DESCRIPTION:A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO CATCH UP WITH OLD MATES AND MEET SOME NEW – GUESTS WELCOME.\nGuest speaker to lead discussion period will be advised. \nCash bar and pay for food when ordering. \nDetails will be provided by email well in advance of event.  \nAdvise organiser of intention to attend at least one week in advance. \nA donation of $5 per attendee at our evening meetings will go into our bank coffers for expenses and donations.
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/wa-meeting-dinner-7/
LOCATION:Fremantle Sailing Club\, 151 Marine Terrace\, Fremantle\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="Brett Dowsing":MAILTO:chairmanwa@navalofficer.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230411T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230411T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221121T072937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T073808Z
UID:7359-1681214400-1681223400@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:Sydney Lord Nelson Pub Lunch
DESCRIPTION:NO FINER SETTING FOR A GROUP OF FORMER OR SERVING MARINERS THAN THE ICONIC AND HISTORICAL LORD NELSON BREWERY PUB.\nA main course lunch of your choice plus open bar for $60 cash on the day. \nNow with exclusive use of the upstairs dining area. \nAlways popular and limited places so book early once you receive the email notification giving details of menu choices. \nDress – smart casual
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/sydney-lord-nelson-pub-lunch-7/
LOCATION:Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel\, 19 Kent Street\, The Rocks\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:NSW - Sydney
ORGANIZER;CN="John Hodges":MAILTO:johnhodges@navalofficer.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230403T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230403T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221122T061555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T061555Z
UID:7382-1680523200-1680534000@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:ACT AGM & Monthly Lunch
DESCRIPTION:THE ACT DIVISION ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING WILL BE HELD COMMENCING 12.00 TO BE FOLLOWED BY A SET LUNCHEON MENU. \nA great opportunity to contribute to your club as well as catch up with old friends and make some new.  \nMain meal plus tea or coffee. \nCost $30 pay on the day.  \nDrinks at bar prices. \nDress – smart casual    \nDetails will be notified by email. \nMembers wishing to attend this event should contact the Event Organiser (details below) at least a week before the event to reserve a place. 
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/act-agm-monthly-lunch/
LOCATION:Orion Room\, Southern Cross Club\, Woden\, 92-96 Corinna Street\, Woden\, ACT\, 2606\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ACT - Canberra
ORGANIZER;CN="Sam Hughes":MAILTO:sam-judy@bigpond.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230329T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230329T183000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221119T074856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221119T074856Z
UID:7343-1680109200-1680114600@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:Melbourne Monthly Drinks
DESCRIPTION:NO HOST SOCIAL GATHERING FOR MEMBERS AND LIKE-MINDED GUESTS.\nDrinks at regular bar prices. \nJust turn up on the day. \nDress – Casual
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/melbourne-monthly-drinks-17/
LOCATION:Young & Jackson Hotel\, 1 Swanston St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC - Melbourne
ORGANIZER;CN="Rob Glanvill":MAILTO:Glanvill2000@yahoo.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230323T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230323T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T223920
CREATED:20221121T071745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T071745Z
UID:7352-1679572800-1679581800@www.navalofficer.com.au
SUMMARY:SA Quarterly Lunch
DESCRIPTION:A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO CATCH UP WITH OLD MATES AND MEET SOME NEW.\nCash bar and pay for food when ordering. \nDress – jacket & tie \nAdvise organiser of intention to attend by 16 March
URL:https://www.navalofficer.com.au/socialevent/sa-quarterly-lunch-7/
LOCATION:Adelaide Naval\, Military & Air Force Club\, 111 Hutt St\, Adelaide\, AR\, 5000
CATEGORIES:SA - Adelaide
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Pritchard":MAILTO:chairmansa@navalofficer.com.au
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