Our small force, under the command of Commodore Farncombe, HMAS Hobart, withdrew & proceeded to Hollandia, Dutch New Guinea, to await further developments. Arrived off the harbour soon after 0600 & anchored in berth N5 at 0700. Ratings on passage were disembarked and hands prepared for ammunitioning.
During the afternoon, shifted berth to alongside US Oiler Leopard. Refuelling took 2 1/2 hours. At 1800 shipped and 20 mins later secured again in N5. 4 hours notice for steam.
A year on HMS Newfoundland 