HMAS Glenelg intercepts asylum-seeker boat near the Ashmore Islands From: AAP October 28, 2010 10:28AM AUTHORITIES have intercepted a boat carrying 25 asylum seekers in waters off Australia's northwest coast. HMAS Glenelg, operating under the control of Border Protection Command, intercepted the boat near the Ashmore Islands last night.
There were also four crew on board the boat.
The group will be transferred to Christmas Island where they will undergo security, identity and health checks.
