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Late yesterday, we along with our families, received news that we would now be disembarking at Fremantle instead of Hobart. On our present heading Fremantle is closer than if were to continue on to Hobart. Voyage Management along with the Mawson and Davis Station Leaders have been in contact with Kingston mapping out the various areas which need to be considered for preparation of our arrival into Fremantle.
Today sleep ins, cups of tea and sweet treats were order of the day as we continued to experience similar sea and weather conditions to yesterday. People's rooms are now better prepared for those awkward rolls after a visit from the friendly watercraft duo armed with securing devices from tape, non-slip mat and tie downs. The ship certainly is a little quieter after their efforts apart from the odd one or two things that escaped their clutches and go for a roll around the floor.
There was a bit of rock and roll whilst the engineers shut down the remaining main engine, to replace a gasket. They used the opportunity whilst the main engine was offline to confirm that the second thruster could be used if the current one causes issues. This and the fact that we have a smaller generator that can give us the power to steer the ship if we lose the main one, now leaves us with some encouraging redundancy.
The evening presentations continue to be a full house. Last night's light hearted presentation was given by one of our round trip plant operators on his adventures. This proved to be just what was needed as many a laughter was heard from behind the cinema door. Tonight's presentation is from one of our Field Training Officers on their New Zealand mountain biking trip.
Finally we have a very special message from one of expeditioners on board who would like to wish her sister Courtney a very Happy Birthday all the way from the Southern Ocean.
Regards: Andy, Jenn and Lauren
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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.