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program. The RAN is better equipped with
its facilities, and in its practices such as
OH&S and equity and diversity.
Bear: The hydrographic branches in the
RAN and RNZN are very similar in the way
they conduct business. The only thing that
is a little different is the software.
Jackie: The work procedures they have
are similar but vary enough that if I were
to work in the RNZN I would have to be
completely retrained.
Nat: In the wardroom there was hardly any
difference
between the
RAN and
the RNZN.
There
are little
differences
but nothing
worth
mentioning.
What have
you learnt
while you
have been
on the
exchange?
Nat: The
accent is not
that hard to understand after a few drinks.
If you go to an all you-can-eat restaurant it
does not mean you have to eat everything
(as I was told by the rest of the stewards at
dinner one night.)
Bear: that Kiwis hate to lose at any sport
- especially if they are playing an Aussie
team. They have had such a bad run with
the cricket and footy.
Jackie: As much as we hate to admit it,
Australians and New Zealanders are very
much alike and have a similar sense of
humour. Unlike Australian’s who are
patriotic in most sports the Kiwis don’t
really seem to care as long as they win
rugby union.
Jason: Musically it has been a chance for
me to broaden my horizons and play with
a lot of different musicians of different
backgrounds. I have learnt some new ideas
about doing different work practices. I have
also learnt that the RAN is a very good
navy and does a lot of things very well.
What is the funniest or most embarrassing
thing you have done or seen since you
have been on the exchange?
Bear: the most embarrassing thing I have
done since been over here is thinking I
could keep up with the warrant officers on
a night out in
Mangonui. It
was a messy
night with a
very quiet day
to follow.
In Devonport on Anzac Day: LSSTD Nataleen Lockyer,
ABHSO Shaun ‘Bear’Godley and LSMUSN Campbell
in Devonport on Anzac Day. Pic by SGT Hillock.
Jackie:
The most
embarrassing
thing would be
getting dressed
up in green
for St Pats day
which was a lot
of fun.
Jason: While
doing school
concerts I have
participated in some dance routines. These
have been fun but a little embarrassing. The
RNZN bandies all enjoy doing this and see
it part of the school concert program.
Nat: I have been good. I have not let myself
get into any embarrassing situations. But, as
Bear will point out, my winning highland
jig on Saint Patrick’s Day would be worth a
mention, and well worth the MP3 player.
Have you had the chance to travel and
explore the country and if so where
and what was it like?
Jackie: I haven’t done a lot of travel but as
I am planning a North Island tour. I did go
to Mount Munganui for Anzac day and had
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