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Let’s acknowledge the immense debt we owe to seafarers
Through the ravages of COVID-19, we need to be thankful to many of the land-based people who have helped in getting us through this period – the health workers, police, defence personnel, utility crews, caregivers of all kinds – the many volunteers. Without their help we would be much worse off.
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Lessons from Liverpool
Without question, the unique maritime heritage in Docklands precinct is significant to Melbourne and to Australia as a whole.
Read MoreMaritime is gaining recognition
Maritime is gaining recognition
Read MoreFerries are inspiring us!
The proposed VH08 Passenger Transfer Area on Harbour Esplanade is in search of a name!
Read MoreThe untold stories of Victoria Harbour and Central Pier
The past month has seen progress on a wide range of issues with great potential to enhance recognition of Victoria’s maritime heritage. At the same time, there is ongoing lack of clarity around future plans for Victoria Harbour and Central Pier and indications of some missed opportunities. In this column, we summarise some of the latest developments.
Read MoreYou are invited!
Join us Federation Square on Sunday, April 18 between 12pm and 3pm on the Centre Stage to see a performance by the Royal Australian Navy Band and brief Melbourne Maritime History Network (MMHN) presentation about Sea Shanties.
Read MoreA return to the sea shanty
By Jackie Watts - Chair, Melbourne Maritime Heritage Network
Read MoreA belated Happy New Year to all!
By Jackie Watts - Chair
Read MoreCalling all shipping enthusiasts!
Now that we are unmasked and strolling about unencumbered by compulsory mask-wearing, Docklands residents are literally very well placed to enjoy a bit more ship “spotting”.
Read MoreIt’s time to activate Docklands
It’s great to see universal agreement during the City of Melbourne elections that activation of Docklands is long overdue.
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Emmett and Cindy return
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