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The ice recce by helicopter was completed yesterday afternoon and indicated that leads towards the southwest were nonexistent. Based on the ice recce and a newly received ice image a course was set yesterday afternoon to investigate a new lead and we reached the end of that lead at midnight last night. The ship remained stationary at that position overnight as visibility was limited and ice conditions uncertain. This morning we have slowly progressed south from this position with positive signs that the ice is opening up. Weather permitting we will this afternoon conduct a further ice recce by helicopters to confirm that the course we are on is navigable.
Last night was Halloween and many expeditioners dressed appropriately in various ghoulish outfits for dinner. The mess had been decorated in keeping with the occasion. It’s a bit surreal seeing witches and mummies wandering around the bridge and some great photos were taken surely to be remembered with fondness in years to come. If only the witches could wield some magic to assist us getting through this ice.
Cheers Tony and Mike
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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.