Ex HMAS Curlew is a unique and irreplaceable veteran of both the Royal and Royal Australian Navy. Saved from the scrap yard the ship has had many of fittings removed and these are now in private hands. The ship is unique, dual listed on both the British and Australian registers for historical vessels and is the last surviving "Ton" class mine hunter in the world. Launched in October 1953 in Montrose Scotland, the ship began an incredible career spanning two navies, receiving battle honors and made history becoming Australia's first mine hunter in addition to being the RANs longest serving warship and last one built of timber. Sitting quietly in southern Tasmania, Curlew was forgotten, having being used for over 20 years as a houseboat, not open to the public nor in the public eye. Despite presenting in 90% original configuration, and in remarkable condition the ship was destined for the scrap heap until a passionate sailor saved her and now Curlew begins a new deployment with the focus on restoration, preservation and creating projects directly to benefit a large section of the community. However, due to the "scrapping" intention prior to her eventual sale many of her original and irreplaceable fittings were removed to be sold on the antique market. As yet this has not happened and many fittings now not legally owned by the ship are still in Tasmania with the option to purchase them and thus have her parts restored where they belong. Curlew needs to leave Tasmania, there are no suitable berths nowadays for her and she is far better to be relocated in either New South Wales or Queensland where she can and does make a huge difference to many all over the world. Assistance with funds helps this icon to commence again a life of service, a bygone age in recent memory and one for all to enjoy.