On March 20th, a reception was held on board the Japanese icebreaker, Shirase, which docked at Sydney on its way back to Japan after the 60th Japanese Antarctic Research Expedition team completed their expedition at the Showa Station in Antarctica.
The Commanding Officer of the Shirase, Captain Koji Miyazaki, and Consul-General of Japan in Sydney, Mr Keizo Takewaka, gave speeches at the start of the reception and spoke about the active exchange activities between Australia and Japan. A Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force officer provided details of the Shirase’s recent expedition in Antarctica.
During the reception, drinks garnished with Antarctic ice were served, making it a unique experience for the attending guests.
CLAIR Sydney strives to develop and maintain professional relationships with personnel involved in the Australia-Japan bilateral relationship.
From the 3rd to the 13th of December, eight selected swimmers from the Fukuoka Swimming Association visited NSW, where they participated in joint training sessions with a local school and competed in the 2024-25 Speedo NSW Senior State Age Championships.
