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The necessity of packing parachutes led to the construction of a purpose-built shed in Gordonvale. As the North Queensland had a distinctive wet season, the shed was air-conditioned. Originally all paratroopers were aught to pack parachutes, but this required frequent practice to maintain proficiency.  Ultimately, a number of Australian women were hired and trained in the craft. Here an inter-service committee inspects the process. The concrete floor of the shed still survives at Gordonvale, where it is a used as four tennis courts. community basketball.