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First time on the NEW Forum Website? START OFF HERE...!
Guidelines for the Novice... Everything you need to know about moving about and using the many features of the RAN-SkilledHands.org Forum Website.
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General Discussion
Jump right in and have your say, you'll find something for everyone in here. The General Discussion Topics cover everything that's not covered in our specific topics. Start your day with a giggle in the "Laugh of the Day", or put your two cents worth in on what's happening in the world, or your own backyard right now, by posting into "In Today's News", or if you can't find exactly what you're after, perhaps start a Topic of your own!
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Reunions, Smokeys, Banyans and Get Togethers
Ensure maximum attendance at your next gathering... Post the details here (Start a 'New Topic' for each event.)
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Looking for Lost Buddies
Lost contact with buddies of yesteryear...? Post your search here. (Start a 'New Topic' for each request so responses can be directed to that topic.)
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[NEW] Ex-RN, RCN, RNZN, RMN and PNGDF Naval Artificer Apprentices
Connect with Ex-Naval Artificer Apprentices of Allied Navies who shared our experiences both here and in other parts of the World. A forum for Ex-NAA's who went through HMS Fisgard, HMS Caledonia, HMS Raleigh, HMS Sultan, HMS Collingwood, HMS Ariel, HMS Condor, HMCS Cape Breton, HMCS Naden as well as those who went through HMAS Nirimba from the RMN and PNGDF.
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Mascara on the Messdecks - Ladies in the R.A.N.
A forum to acknowledge the contributions of WRANS and Female Apprentices. An area for the girls to express themselves and bring a balance to the male dominated domain of RAN Skilled Hands.
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Health and Veterans Affairs Issues
This forum is to discuss the myriad of health problems that are beginning to arise, as our ageing bodies fight to stay on top.
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New Draft-ins check in here
After registering as a Member, please take the time to tell us a little about yourself before returning to the General Discussion Forum.
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Branches
Where the various different trades branches can meet and greet others from their calling.
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Instructors and Staff
For Naval and Civilian Instructors and Civilian Staff who shared their knowledge and wisdom with those of us under their care...
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Officers and Ships Company
For the Officers, CPO's, PO's, and Ship's Company who served in the many roles at Nirimba, from the Sick Bay to the Galley, from the Main Gate to the Armoury, Divisonal and Regulating Staff, the Gangway to the Wardroom, Motor Compound to the Canteen...
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RAN Skilled Hands GUEST BOOK
We're delighted you've visited our Forum/ Website and if, for whatever reason, you've decided NOT to join our 'swelling ranks' as a Registered Member, please let us know you dropped by... With a brief note and some details of who you are and perhaps what brought you here...!
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A Farewell to those with whom we served...
Memorial Notices for those fellow shipmates who are no longer with us...
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