Devonport
Americannoun
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Westlake was playing for Devonport Services under-7s at the time, but already had his eyes on the big stage, with plans to become England fly-half or centre.
From BBC ● Feb. 26, 2026
The tragic accident shattered Devonport, a city on the north coast of Tasmania with some 30,000 residents.
From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2025
HMS Triumph arrived flying a decommissioning pennant as it was escorted by tugboats and vessels from Devonport.
From BBC ● Dec. 12, 2024
"I tried using the time constructively," Mr Devonport, who served as a Chieftain gunner in the First Royal Tank Regiment, said.
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2024
Once, following his father from Chatham to Devonport, they had lived in a cottage on the edge of the moors.
From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding
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