Ten Tales Of Shipwreck And Survival From Queensland Waters

The waters of Queensland, Australia, have been the site of many shipwrecks over the years. Some of these shipwrecks have resulted in the loss of many lives, while others have seen survivors cling to life and hope in the face of adversity. Here are ten tales of shipwreck and survival from Queensland waters:

A Treacherous Coast: Ten Tales of Shipwreck and Survival from Queensland Waters

by Chris Ison

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1. The Wreck of the SS Ly-ee-Moon

The SS Ly-ee-Moon was a Chinese passenger ship that sank on 19 March 1886 after striking a reef near Cape Flattery, Queensland. Of the 171 people on board, only 46 survived. The survivors were rescued by a passing ship, the SS Gothenburg.

The wreck of the SS Ly-ee-Moon is still visible today, and it is a popular dive site. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including coral, fish, and turtles.

2. The Wreck of the SS Yongala

The SS Yongala was a British passenger ship that sank on 23 March 1911 after striking a reef near Cape Bowling Green, Queensland. Of the 122 people on board, only 45 survived. The survivors were rescued by a passing ship, the SS Koombana.

The wreck of the SS Yongala is considered to be one of the best dive sites in Australia. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including coral, fish, and turtles.

3. The Wreck of the SS Sirius

The SS Sirius was a British passenger ship that sank on 18 March 1848 after striking a reef near Cape Moreton, Queensland. Of the 179 people on board, only 35 survived. The survivors were rescued by a passing ship, the SS Chusan.

The wreck of the SS Sirius is a popular dive site. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including coral, fish, and turtles.

4. The Wreck of the SS Merinda

The SS Merinda was a British passenger ship that sank on 23 February 1890 after striking a reef near the Whitsunday Islands, Queensland. Of the 132 people on board, only 49 survived. The survivors were rescued by a passing ship, the SS Katoomba.

The wreck of the SS Merinda is a popular dive site. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including coral, fish, and turtles.

5. The Wreck of the SS Quetta

The SS Quetta was a British passenger ship that sank on 28 February 1890 after striking a reef near Cape Flattery, Queensland. Of the 299 people on board, only 133 survived. The survivors were rescued by a passing ship, the SS Freetrader.

The wreck of the SS Quetta is considered to be one of the worst maritime disasters in Australian history. The wreck is a popular dive site. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including coral, fish, and turtles.

6. The Wreck of the SS Gothenburg

The SS Gothenburg was a Swedish passenger ship that sank on 24 February 1923 after striking a reef near the Great Barrier Reef, Queensland. Of the 132 people on board, only 29 survived. The survivors were rescued by a passing ship, the SS Montoro.

The wreck of the SS Gothenburg is a popular dive site. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including coral, fish, and turtles.

7. The Wreck of the SS Yongala II

The SS Yongala II was a British passenger ship that sank on 14 March 1940 after striking a mine near Cape Bowling Green, Queensland. Of the 100 people on board, only 36 survived. The survivors were rescued by a passing ship, the SS Burwah.

The wreck of the SS Yongala II is a popular dive site. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including coral, fish, and turtles.

8. The Wreck of the SS Paluma

The SS Paluma was a British passenger ship that sank on 30 May 1954 after striking a reef near the Whitsunday Islands, Queensland. Of the 114 people on board, only 22 survived. The survivors were rescued by a passing ship, the SS Townsville.

The wreck of the SS Paluma is a popular dive site. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including coral, fish, and turtles.

9. The Wreck of the SS Amphitrite

The SS Amphitrite was a British passenger ship that sank on 9 August 1835 after striking a reef near Cape Moreton, Queensland. Of the 112 people on board, only 31 survived. The survivors were rescued by a passing ship, the SS Fanny.

The wreck of the SS Amphitrite is a popular dive site. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including coral, fish, and turtles.

10. The Wreck of the SS Sefton

The SS Sefton was a British passenger ship that sank on 15 July 1906 after striking a reef near Cape Flattery, Queensland. Of the 111 people on board, only 23 survived. The survivors were rescued by a passing ship, the SS Drayton Grange.

The wreck of the SS Sefton is a popular dive site. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including coral, fish, and turtles.

The waters of Queensland, Australia, have been the site of many shipwrecks over the years. Some of these shipwrecks have resulted in the loss of many lives, while others have seen survivors cling to life and hope in the face of adversity. The stories of these shipwrecks and survivors are a testament to the human spirit and the power of survival.

A Treacherous Coast: Ten Tales of Shipwreck and Survival from Queensland Waters

by Chris Ison

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	770 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	12 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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