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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 16, 1963

Page

8

Scouts Demonstrated New Helicopter at RAAF Base

The Minister for Supply Mr Wairhall witnessed the Westland Scout helicopter demonstration at Fairbairn RAAF base alongside Sir William Oliver and Vice-Admiral Harrington. Commander John Osborn led the test for the new helicopter slated for the RAN survey ship HMAS Moresby. Two Scouts flew from Nowra Naval Air Station for the event.

John Osborn R.A.N Hsm.a.s. Moresby Newcastle State Dockyard Nowra Naval‘ Air Station

Queen's Birthday Ball Planned for June 14 1963 Canberra

The ACT Royal Commonwealth Society president H Newman announced a Queen's Birthday Ball to be held at Hotel Canberra on June 14 1963. In a Canberra display Navy officials showcased the Westland Scout helicopter, with the Navy purchasing two units. Attending officials included Sir William Oliver the British High Commissioner, Minister for Supply Mr Fairhall, and Vice Admiral W H Harrington.

Royal Commonwealth Society H. <. Newman Canberra Russell Hill Navy William Oliver Fairhall Naval Staff W. H. Harrington

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