HMAS Choules Open Day - Melbourne, VIC

The Royal Australian Navy provides maritime forces that contribute to the Australian Defence Force's capacity to defend Australia, contribute to regional security, support global interests, shape the strategic environment and protect national interests.This is achieved by providing maritime patrol and response; interdiction and strategic strike; protection of shipping and off-shore territories and resources; maritime intelligence collection and evaluation; hydrographic and oceanographic operations; and escort duties.Peacetime activities include maritime surveillance and response within Australia's offshore maritime zones; hydrographic, oceanographic and meteorological support operations; humanitarian assistance; and maritime search and rescue.

Royal Australian Navy

HMAS Choules will be visiting Melbourne, Victoria to participate in Navy Week activities. An open day will be held on Saturday, 12 October.

Outer East Berth, Station Pier

<h1>Event Information</h1><h2>Set Entry Times</h2><p>The tickets will allow for arrival over a specified hourly block. Entry is via the cruise ship terminal. <strong>Please arrive at the port prior to your entry time to allow time to pass through security.</strong></p><p>The entry windows begin at 10:00am with last entries to the open day <strong>no later than 2:00pm</strong>. There is no specified exit time during the open day. However, <strong>visitors will be required to depart the venue by no later than 3:00pm</strong>.</p><p><strong></strong></p><h2>Tickets</h2><p>All tickets ordered will be emailed to the ticketholder and must either be printed out or displayed as an e-ticket using the free Eventbrite iOS/Android App for mobile devices.</p><p>For port security reasons, tickets must display the name of at least one member (the ticketholder) of the group attending the event.  The ticketholder's name must match the name on their photo identification when presented to security staff at the gate. Visitors, particularly children without photo identification must be accompanied by the ticketholder who can vouch for their identity.  Every person attending, regardless of age, must have a ticket. This includes children of any age.</p><p>There is no waitlist for this event.</p><h2>Transport and Parking</h2><p>There is limited event parking nearby so the use of public transport is strongly recommended.</p><h2>Bag Checks</h2><p>100% bag checks (handbags and small backpacks only) will be conducted in accordance with standard procedures for any public event.  This is to ensure that no prohibited items are brought aboard. Prohibited items include weapons, glass and alcohol.</p><h2>Cameras</h2><p>Photography is permitted aboard the ship. All camera equipment must be carried by hand and not carried in a bag. Tripods are not permitted. Members of the ship's crew may ask you to refrain from taking photographs in certain areas.</p><h2>Prams and Children</h2><p>It is recommended that children under the age of five not be brought aboard the ship. This is due to hazards associated with ladders throughout the ship.</p><p>Prams are not permitted aboard the ship, however, space will be available for the parking of prams on the wharf. </p><p>Please do not leave any valuable items with parked prams.</p><h2>Toilets</h2><p>Toilet facilities are available in the cruise ship terminal building.</p><h2>Ship Access</h2><p>Visitors should have a reasonable level of fitness and mobility as they will be required to climb ladders and multiple sets of stairs to access areas of the ship (well over 200 steps).</p><p><strong>Unfortunately, due to warship design, wheelchair or other mobility access is not possible.</strong></p><h2>Footwear and Clothing</h2><p>All visitors are required to wear a comfortable pair of enclosed, flat-soled shoes. <strong>High heels, thongs and sandals are not permitted</strong> as there are trip hazards aboard the ship. For safety and comfort, visitors are advised to wear shorts/slacks rather than skirts/dresses.</p><h2>Food and Beverages</h2><p>Water and other refreshments will be available within the port area during the open day. Visitors are advised to eat and hydrate before stepping aboard. Please do not consume any food on the ship.</p><h2>Merchandise</h2><p>The ship’s canteen will have HMAS <em>Choules</em>-themed items for sale. Please note that all sales are cash only.</p><h2>Displays and Activities</h2><ul><li>Australian Army detachment</li><li>Damage control display</li><li>Helicopter</li><li>Ship's bridge</li><li>Ship's well dock</li><li>Weapons</li></ul><p><strong>Note: Ship availability is subject to operational requirements and may change without notice.</strong></p>

<h1>Frequently Asked Questions </h1><h2>Are there ID requirements to enter the event?</h2><p>Yes.  All ticket holders are to present photo identification upon entry to the open day. </p><p></p><h2>Is there an age limit to enter the event?</h2><p>No. While there is no age limit to this event, it is recommended that accompanied children be five years or older. This is due to hazards associated with ladders throughout the ship.</p><p></p><h2>My name is displayed on all the tickets that I ordered. Is this correct?</h2><p>Yes. The ticketholder's name is usually displayed on all tickets for a group ticket order. The ticketholder must attend the event in company with the other visitors and present their photo identification at the gate along with the tickets.</p><p></p><h2>Is my ticket transferrable?</h2><p>For security reasons, tickets can not be used by another person if the ticketholder is unable to attend as the name on the ticket must match with the ticketholder's photo identification. However, prior to attending the event, all tickets in a single order may be transferred to another ticketholder. Please use the 'Contact the organiser' email link shown in your ticket email to advise the first name, surname and email of the new ticketholder. All tickets in a single order must be transferred.</p><p></p><h2>Can I sell my tickets?</h2><p>No. This is a free event and the sale of (scalping) of tickets is an offence. If you are unable to attend the open day please cancel your tickets. People found to be soliciting the sale of free open day tickets will have their tickets cancelled without notice. People who purchase free tickets may be refused entry as the ticketholder name will not match their photo identification.</p><p></p><h2>I am attending the event but also ordering tickets for a friend. Should I order the tickets together or separately?</h2><p>Unless you are planning on meeting up and entering the event together, it is recommended that tickets be ordered separately. That way if plans change, both parties may enter the event separately if necessary or tickets easily transferred or cancelled.</p><p></p><h2>How do I cancel my tickets if I am unable to attend?</h2><p>Due to the high level of public interest in obtaining tickets to attend the open day, if you and your guests are unable to attend the open day please log into your Eventbrite account (the account you created to order the tickets) and cancel your ticket order.  This will make your tickets available to someone else.</p>

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