Search Continues for Lost 1914 Submarine
Royal Australian Navy Minehunter, HMAS Yarra, has been undertaking an underwater search off Papua New Guinea for HMAS AE1, the Navy’s first submarine. AE1 was lost without a trace on September 14, 1914, with her full crew of three officers and 32 sailors. The Chief of Navy, Vice Admiral Tim Barrett AO, CSC RAN, said the search had been ongoing for many years, and Yarra’s crew was up to the task: “The full expertise and training of the crew will be brought to bear in aid of the search. In the lead-up to the centenary of the loss of AE1, Yarra’s crew hopes to honour these
Australian Navy Surveys Antarctica
determine under-keel distances for vessels that wish to sail in the region and enable safe passage by mariners.” The gathered data will also assist the AAD with scientific research and monitoring of the environment around the Antarctic stations. Commander Australian Fleet, Rear Admiral Tim Barrett, said the Australian Hydrographic Service is a vital Australian Defense Force capability with a valuable national role: “The countries that are party to the Antarctic Treaty have reiterated the importance of efforts to conduct surveys and improve charts in the region.” Barrett added
Australian Navy Ships Complete PNG Survey
,” said LCDR Lambden. “During the deployment, we had significant interaction with the local communities, explaining the variety of instruments and gauges we deploy and reassured them that the equipment would cause no harm to the area.” Commander Australian Fleet, Rear Admiral Tim Barrett, said hydrography is an important part of the nation’s working Navy. “Navy is responsible for meeting Australia’s obligations under the UN Convention for Safety Of Life At Sea for provision of national hydrographic services,” Rear Admiral Barrett said. “Our hydrographic
February 2024
