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Regatta 2005 Photo Gallery (Ten years of fun)

Well, sometimes we weren't sure if we would make it but we did. Ten years on and TF72 is still going strong. A great weekend was had by all and we where very pleased with the number of members both past and present who where able to attend. Over 60 member came along to be part of our celebrations.

We had a rather wet morning whilst setting up, however everyone got in there and got it done. By the time our guests arrived the weather had started to clear to a magnificent Saturday afternoon and evening. Our evening concluded as usual with a wonderful Chinese Banquet served at the lakeside and with a few glasses of fine wine followed by an evening sail, we all thought what a better way to spend the day.

Unfortunately the next day proved to be a day we would rather forget. We woke to find it storming like we hadn't seen before at the lake. Several of us met at the lake and decided that with it not looking like it was going to clear we had to abandon the rest of the regatta, pack up and head home. It was a great shame. but we have no control over the weather.

Winners this year of our various awards where. The "Bravo Zulu" presented by our guest reviewing officer was awarded to "GIUSEPPE GARIBALDI" built by John Slater. The "Wentworth Shield" was awarded to the beautiful Modified Leander Class Cruiser HMAS PERTH Built by Ian Howard. The "President's Award" was presented to David Batagol for his HMAS COLLINS. David also won the "Engineering Award" for COLLINS for having it working so beautifully. David was the only vessel on the water on Sunday during the bad weather. Finally the "D'OH" Award or "Broken Anchor" was awarded to Jim Campion for his collision with his HMAS PARRAMATTA.

A final thank you to all those that attended the weekend (Or day as it turned out) and all those that helped with the chores of running such an event especially Graham Pack for organising the food for us all, John Konda for arranging the beautiful 10th Anniversary Cake and rest of the committee and members for pitching in and getting the marquees up (In the rain) and getting everything set up. Well done all.

Click on a photo to enlarge. [Back to Post Mission Reviews] - Photos courtesy of Michael Brown, Dave Manning, Dave Jenkins and Russ French

The fleet assembles for a days sailing, after the rain had cleared.	The Italian carrier GIUSEPPE GARIBALDI steams towards the camera. AV-8B's assembled on the deck ready for launch down aft whilst an aircraft recovers forward.	HMAS KATOOMBA by Dave Rowlands handles the chop.
Ron Rosenberg's HMAS WARREGO	A few of the team assemble for a chat in the sun on Saturday afternoon.	Ian Howard's beautiful HMAS PERTH rides at anchor. She was the very worthy 2005 Wentworth Shield winner.
Some of the gang assembles for a group photo resplendent in their new club shirts.	Graham Pack (Secretary/Editor), Russ French (President) and Russ' son Kieren share a word .	Michael Brown's HMS TARTAR. She was affectionately knows as "RAT-RAT" in Royal Navy.
"RAT-RAT" at speed towards the camera.	A line up of RN ships.	A slightly different view..
Two Canadian Frigates on patrol. No ice bergs for them to contend with, just beautiful warm and clear skies.	A close up of the detail on Dave Rowland's beautiful Canadian Navy Frigate. Each deck tread plate (Black pieces) were placed on by hand.	Another bow view of this very unusual vessel.
The stern of John Slater's beautiful Italian Navy Carrier GIUSEPPE GARIBALDI. It is full of small scenes depicting life on the carrier.	GARIBALDI at anchor. She won this years "Bravo Zulu" award presented by our Guest of honour.	Michael Brown's new HMS TARTAR a Type 14 Anti-submarine Frigate of the RN.
Some of our fleet at anchor	An unusual line up. An Australian FFG, an Irish Fisheries Protection vessel and an Italian Aircraft Carrier. Only here could you see this combination.	Charles Robinson's beautiful HMAS ADELAIDE. A previous "Wenty" winner.
USS PALAWAN built by John Konda is commissioned into the fleet complete with red, white and blue bunting.	INS GODAVARI built Geoff Eastwood. A new ship from Geoff is not far away.	Bow detail of GODAVARI. She is a very unusual derivative of the British "LEANDER" Class Frigate.
Ian Howard's HMAS PERTH. This is a big model measuring just over 2.3 meters (8 feet) in length.	PERTH and GARIBALDI manoeuvre together.	CHURCHILL at anchor flying her battle ensign in honour of TF72's tenth anniversary.
LE ROSIN by Peter Cole of Canberra.	The official cake for our tenth birthday.	President Russ French cuts the anniversary cake with Vice-President Ron Rosenberg looks on.
Ian Howard is presented with the Wentworth Shield ward. His model of HMAS PERTH was the model of choice by the members of TF72.	Cameron Glassford of Brisbane is presented with his Meritorious Unit Citation (MUC) for 10 years of dedicated service to TF72.	Allan Pew, a co-founder of TF72 is presented with his MUC for 10 years of service to TF72.
Russ French presents Dave Rowlands, also a founder of TF72, with his MUC.	TF72 Treasurer, Michael Brown, with his MUC for 10 years of service as treasurer	Kerry James of Fleet Base Wagga Wagga, is presented with an Meritorious Unit Citation for FBWW for their work in promoting TF72 and construction of the club trailer.
Graham Pack, Communications Officer of TF72 is presented an MUC for his work on the club newletter.	"Right Back At Ya". Graham surprises Russ French with a special MUC Award for service to TASK FORCE 72 as co-founder and driving force behind the association.	Sitting, enjoying the activities is Michael Brown, Geoff Eastwood and Dave Rowlands.
John Slater accepts his "Bravo Zulu" award for his beautiful model of the Italian Carrier GIUSEPPE GARIBALDI.	TF72 members sporting their new club shirts. Still available by the way!!!!	All members of TF72 who attended our 10th Anniversary regatta. A special lapel pin was minted for the occassion.
President's daughter had a hard day. Wouldn't it be nice to be able to fall asleep in a nice cosy spot like this!	Out in the club rescue boat. Russ French and the kids (oh, and the dog!)	The 'New' TF72 "Broken Anchor Award" or "D'OH" for the best collission or incident over the regatta weekend. The new award was created by Allan Pew of APS Models.
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