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G’day Shipmates,Voyage 11 completed at 1000 this morning when we berthed at the Darwin Naval Base. The YC manned the yards, looked splendid and sang the national anthem with gusto and pride. The end of a voyage is always a sad occasion and today was no exception. My YC were superb; what a fine bunch of young Australians (and one Kiwi) they are. This voyage has been very special and we saw and did some awesome things. The crew that walked off this morning stood tall and should be proud of what they achieved. It has been a real pleasure to sail with each and every one of them. Robbie was the recipient of the Order of Australia Medallion as the YC who epitomised what we’re all about. Taking nothing away from Robbie, I would have liked to have handed out a bunch of such awards as this YC really were a great bunch. I would like to publically thank my staff crew who worked tirelessly over the last 18 days and they as always put their heart and soul into their job and the YC were the benefactors. Thanks guys. Final thanks to the permanent Captain, my friend Gavin Dawe for giving me this opportunity to come back for a drive. He thinks I’m doing him a favour but actually it’s the other way around. To YC 11 – keep in touch shipmates – you can get me at andrew.rourke@defence.gov.au or you should be able to find me on facebook.yours ayeAndrew ‘Gunna’ RourkeCarpe’ Diem
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STS Young Endeavour is, by the definition and origin of her name, about Aussie youths trying hard to achieve something difficult. This voyage certainly provided that... and then some. A challenging experience from all angles and areas. Yet the Youth Crew prevailed and found success. They should therefore be justifiably proud of themselves for persevering, seeing the silver lining and never wavering in their mission to have a great adventure. I am very proud of all of them and I'm sure you are too!
9 Days ago 23 Youth Crew from all over Australia, came together to sail this vessel, have fun and challenge themselves. They have not only done that, but have faced and overcome fears, and learnt a lot about themselves and each other.
They leave with new skills, improved persistence, resilience and adaptability, as well as generally knowing they are more capable than what they probably thought. And of course, having made great new friends - most probably, friends for life. It never gets old for us staff members, as we truly love our work.
Fair winds and following seas.
Captain Adam Charlie Farley+
