The document provides updates on several Maritime Welfare Services initiatives: 1) The Flying Angel Fremantle center in Australia was recognized by the ILO for its excellence in providing welfare services to seafarers. 2) New members were elected to the MTS Australian Council, including Capt. Dave Ellis, Reverend Garry Dodd, Reverend Dennis Claughton, and Reverend Noah Park. 3) The MTS Sydney center received the Lloyds List DCN Annual Shipping & Maritime Industry Award for its seafarer welfare work. A volunteer from MTS Hobart, 91-year old Jack Tomes, also received special recognition for his 75 years of service.