RMS Austral, Steamer

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AuthorJohn MorcombeDateMarch 2026DescriptionBuilt in Scotland in December 1881 it made its maiden voyage to Sydney in May 1882. It was described as being "different and vastly superior to any of the great vessels which trade between Great Britain and Australia".
However, on its second trip to Australia in September 1882, while being moored at Neutral Bay to began taking on water and sank.
She was raised and repaired and then made a further 50 voyages between England and Australia. SubjectsShipsSteamersKeywordsAustralCopyrightThis item may be used freely for research and study purposes, for all other uses contact Northern Beaches Council Library Local Studies. Please acknowledge that the item is courtesy of John Morcombe.

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RMS Austral, Steamer