01 May - FSS MICRONESIA heads to Cairns

One of the patrol boats, FSS MICRONESIA, sailed for Cairns for a six week refit. A slow seven day trip that hopefully sees the crew commencing some of the refit work during the transit.

 A motley crew.... Hand picked to make it a success.



The Commanding Officer Steward Peter does one final checks before giving the order to sail.

 Kayvin waves good-bye to the family. Eight week away is a long time for a pacific islander. Family is a precious thing here. As it should be everywhere.

 Going.

 Going.

Gone.