Tag: Sydney Heritage Fleet
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Sydney Heritage Fleet
Sydney Heritage Fleet Founded in 1965 as the “The Lady Hopetoun and Port Jackson Marine Steam Museum”, the Sydney Heritage Fleet operates 10 large and 55 small heritage vessels. Its 450 active volunteer workers conserve Australia’s maritime past, while preserving traditional technical methods and skills. Three (as of August 2024) vessels are currently being restored,… Read more
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HMAS Currawong (HTS 502) Harbour Tug
HMAS Currawong (HTS 502) Harbour Tug Currawong was one of four Bronzewing-class harbour tugs constructed for the Royal Australian Navy. The ships in the class were: Bronzewing (HTS 501)Currawong (HTS 502)HTS 503 (to Papua New Guinea in 1974)Mollymawk (HTS 504) They were constructed by Stannard Bros, Sydney, except for HTS Mollymawk (504), she was constructed by Perris… Read more
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HMAS Bronzewing (HTS 501) Harbour Tug
HMAS Bronzewing (HTS 501) Harbour Tug HMS Bronzewing was one of four Bronzewing-class harbour tugs constructed for the Royal Australian Navy. The ships in the class were: Bronzewing (HTS 501)Currawong (HTS 502)HTS 503 (to Papua New Guinea in 1974)Mollymawk (HTS 504) They were constructed by Stannard Bros, Sydney, except for HTS Mollymawk (504), she was constructed… Read more