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Adam and Luke sail their boat, Atlas, 32 miles south from Port Stephens to Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia.3:54 The crew departs from a public mooring in Little Nelson Bay, planning a coastal passage to reach the industrial port of Newcastle by late afternoon.4:33 Light westerly winds necessitate engine use for the first half of the trip, but conditions improve near midday as a 15-knot northeasterly breeze fills in, allowing for a sail under Genoa.3:59 Upon arrival, they anchor near the edge of the busy shipping channel, noting that local regulations permit anchoring in this industrial zone provided vessels remain clear of the main transit lanes.14:23 The visit fulfills a 12-year-old goal to meet an online friend, Sharon, whom the brothers originally connected with through the game Farmville 2.7:48 The crew explores the area, including the Scratchley historic site, and observes local wildlife, specifically pelicans, before preparing for a subsequent passage toward Sydney.19:57

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