HUNDREDS of HMAS Cerberus personnel came together last month to raise funds and awareness for the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF). Petty Officer Belinda Rendell was diagnosed with stage-three breast cancer in April 2024 and has since become a fierce advocate for breast cancer awareness. She organised the event, which took place at The Navy’s Anchorage Millies café. More than $2000 was raised for the NBCF and attendees were provided with information on breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Rendell gave a moving speech to guests and spoke about her story and experience fighting against breast cancer. “The event was amazing,…
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THE HMAS Cerberus Museum has joined forces with the Victorian Maritime Museum. The HMAS Cerberus Museum staff have installed their first display now on show at the Victorian Maritime Museum in Crib Point. The display reflects the heroic role the Royal Australian Navy Bridging Train played in the landings at Gallipoli. Included in the display is the actual Union Jack that was flown at Gallipoli by the RANBT.The RANBT was created in February 1915 comprising of various volunteer Naval reserve personnel. ‘Train’ refers to the wagons they used to carry logistical materials used to build roads, railways and bridges. The…
HMAS Cerberus welcomed thousands of visitors for an action-packed open day on 6 April. The day showcased the Royal Australian Navy’s (RAN) Crib Point base and its capabilities as a premier training establishment, providing attendees a thrilling first-hand experience. This included live demonstrations of sailors working to contain controlled fire simulations, as well as a weapons training simulation, and survival at sea training. Other highlights were Navy small boats and seamanship displays, recruit school displays, Navy Band concerts, Australian Defence Force careers presentations, and ship damage control demonstrations. Cerberus provides initial training for all new sailors entering the Navy. Up…