Fantastic visit to the Navy Ship HMS Wellington which was berthed at Opua Wharf.  We were fortunate to be able to see and ask exactly what their role is in keeping our coasts safe and sound.  The tamariki were very enthused to get to the bridge of the ship and sit in the captains chair.  They asked some very pertinent questions and the officers that were showing us around were equally impressed.  Great day had by all.  Big shout out to our whanau Rueben and Matiu, who were also very interested in all the information that we learnt.

A view from the Bridge of the ship

One of the officers that was our guide - very cool.

Coming down the gangway.

Checking out the gym onboard.  The crew also run around the ship starting at the Hangar then off out to where the helicopter lands and back.

Some pretty hefty questioning going on here in the Officers Lounge.