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Yesterday’s sitrep closed by saying we had enjoyed light winds during our stay at Casey. As if to prove a point, yesterday afternoon the wind rose and we began to drag our anchor. The captain moved the ship further away from shore until the wind subsided and we returned to close to our original position early this morning. Thankfully this only had a minor impact on cargo operations. The most awkward piece of returning cargo, a damaged excavator, was loaded on and lashed into the hold while we were in our temporary location further out in the bay. While all this was going on the change over ceremony was conducted on station. The outgoing summer and winter expeditioners departed the station by barge for the trip to the ship where the galley staff provided a late dinner. A lone Adelie penguin waddled its way on to the wharf and waved a flipper in farewell as the last barge left Casey. Cargo operations continue today and we are due to receive the last of the returning cargo this afternoon. After that the ship will need to be prepared before we can set course for Hobart. I will avoid making any predictions or positive statements that might compromise the success of these activities!
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A map showing Australia and Antarctica. The map shows the journey of one voyage that has occured in the season, with each route highlighted in a distinct colour.