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In 1788,
European settlement in Australia began on the
shores of Port Jackson, described as "the finest natural harbour in the
world". Early settlement grew around the harbour & quickly
stretched up the Parramatta River, over to the North Shore & to
Manly. The only realistic way to travel around was by boat. Within a
year of colonisation, Sydney's first ferry was built & launched.
In the 230 years since, more than 500 ferries have serviced the harbour
& it's adjoining rivers & coves, this site is a showcase of
those ferries, the people that built them & the men &
women that have operated them.
You can check out the individual ferries under the "Articles" option on the menu bar.
While you're here, feel free to join our active community forums.
The Baragoola Preservation Association, a legally incorporated not-for-profit organisation in New South Wales is running a "Facebook Gold Coin" drive at the moment - if you are on Facebook could you kindly put the following message on your status:
How much would you contribute to help save an iconic and rare reminder of Sydney's maritime history? We are asking everyone to chip in $1 to the effort (about a third of the cost of your morning coffee), then share this message to your Facebook page so your friends can do the same. You can donate your $1 on our website (PayPal or Bank Deposit) at www.baragoola.com.au and if you donate $2 or more it is tax deductible too. Let's see if the community can truly get behind this important cause. Just $1 and a share - that's all!
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