The Carrier Battle Group moved to the eastern section of the TEZ during the night of 25th/26th May.

The Group was joined by HMS Avenger, Active, Bristol, Cardiff, Minerva and Penelope.

The Battle Group spent most of the day replenishing from the RFAs.

HMS Ambuscade was detached to inspect the derelict Atlantic Conveyor.

Brigadier Thomspson gave his orders for the land advance from the beach-head.

Troops began their advance on Darwin.