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The sun is out and with the air and water temperature increasing into balmy single figure positive numbers it's a sure sign that not only are we closer to home, but we've also crossed the Antarctic convergence.
Overnight the rolling swell on the beam of the vessel made sleeping a tad difficult at times due to the roll, but all in all it wasn't overly uncomfortable. Our thoughts are starting to turn to our pending arrival in Hobart with final debriefs occurring as well as turning our minds to things like returning our Antarctic clothing issue, helping out with general cleaning round the vessel, including cabins and making plans for life after our arrival.
Crew wise, at some stage during the voyage I've mentioned the great work they've all been doing for us, however there is one group of crew members who I've yet to give a mention to. It's not that they haven't been doing great work, it's more of a case of me waiting till they'd gotten us back home - just to be on the safe side. However I know the suspense is killing them, so I'll put them out of their misery now. Yes that's right, it's time to give the crew who work in that dark and mysterious world called the Engineering Dept. a wrap for all the work they've been doing during the voyage. The engines have done what engines do - including keeping the prop turning when we needed it to. Water has come out of taps when we wanted it, the lights have worked each and every time we flick the switch and toilets have flushed at the appropriate times - amongst a 1000 other things the Engineers look after. All of this stuff doesn't just happen by itself, it requires a dedicated group of people who at times are rarely seen, yet their work is greatly appreciated. To Jon and his lads we say well done... but don't rest on your laurels just yet thanks!
Cheers,
Andrew and Mark
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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.