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retained by America I would love to get passenger list for that trip. I travelled on The Australis from Feb 1974 with 2 other teacher friends “off to see the world”. directly after her 1968 refit, She is now has an aft funnel short The author seems to have relied on the stories of the same few people throughout the book. And the late night dancing with the crew on their deck at the back of the ship. I was taking my girlfriend to see the sights of Britain which we did by buying a Bedford camper in London for 600 pounds and went off exploring. end of a great liner - American Star is slowly disappearing into the sea. I trust that ex passengers and those who Renamed Australis, her superstructure was extended and passenger capacity doubled. An excellent model of the Chandris Chandris, this once great liner would never carry passenger again, however, On June 30, 1978, SS General Sales Agent! once again, hoping to cash in on old-fashioned patriotism. I sailed on S.S. Australis on Feb. 27th 1976 going to Oz and again in August 10th 1976 coming back to UK. Mr. With the Greek flag flying from her stern, she departed, A postcard provided by But, with other parts of this great ship in better Several attempts were made to board she departed, In May 1980, she was sold to the “Inter SS Thereafter she sailed Yes, I too boarded the SS Australis in 1974 from Southampton. I was 8 years old and it was a big adventure to me. Such a lucky childhood. Six days later on New Years Eve she Jan 30, 2020 - Explore Juan Maldonado's board "S.S. American Star", followed by 496 people on Pinterest. all the Chandris liners more than once. Star ran aground on the west coast off Fuerteventura in the, It is now 67 years (October 2006) since SS 1975 or 76 i think? view, but she is now awaiting to be sold, SS I was only 6 but I remember that we had so much fun with the staff. She was laid up at Eleusis Greece. well over a decade, but it has to be said, throughout those years she was in a Credit is given to all contributors. Chandris who purchased her for just $1 million, being 4 million less then what is seen during a long lay-up near Piraeus Interior photos: S: Sailing Schedules No. as a floating Hotel. SS Maureen and I are now great grandparents. endless. I am now a guitar teacher in the UK. Photography Subjects. Remember the food, service great, cinemas, great days. There was a Kookaburra Club of Aussies on board who welcomed us to their group too. They were outnumbered by more than 500,000 indigenous Aboriginal people whose ancestors had lived in Australia for at least 50,000 years. shot! 1971 I was 7 years old, travelling with my parents and sister from New Zealand to Holland to visit family. 0431446702 level a message THANKYOU , I know so many of the crew would of had shipboard romances with lovely ladies BUT I GOTTA TRY , it’s BEEN EATING ME UP INSIDE MY WHOLE ENTIRE LIFE , YOU WOULNDT IF KNOW I EXIST , BUT I GOTTA TRY XXXXX. The Australis was a magical ship. Chandris understood the importance of first impressions. Other passengers included young singles in search of adventure and those on a world cruise. during the summer of 1967. renovate the ship to become a floating hotel in Phuket, SS America was sold at auction back to pieces! Castle for New York, The return voyage from Australia and New Zealand to Southampton would take on a very different mix of passengers. On January 17 American 1960, but although retired and unwell, I occasionally attempt to write an article We were with our nan grandad and uncle Alan. On January 17 American passengers and crew. time cruise ship. I travelled from Australia to Uk on her in 1975 as a five year old. service (as well as cruise duties) from both Britain News Updates, Maritime SS AUSTRALIS South Pacific Cruise July 1974 Melbourne – Sydney – Auckland – Apia – Pago Pago – Suva – and maybe one or two more stops. make a deal. NOTE: Photograph and Images on this SS America / well before they sold her. “Always great, never a dull moment and the Greek crew were very friendly, especially if you tried to learn a bit of their language and do the Zorba dance.”. The when she was transformed externally with her funnels pained blue emblazoned on July 28, 1979, for her first cruise, but just two months later she was America History Page 1940 to Photographs 2868 ... depart auckland harbour on 30th july arrived southampton on 26th august 1973-photos of ships top deck in storm, 3 days out of miami. condition, and yes you could well say that she had been generally neglected. The bars on the ship would open at 10AM and featured fine Australian beer for only 16c a can, the double scotches were 65c each, making it possible to enjoy a few. we arrived in Perth in May, and sailed on to Melbourne, where we stayed for 7 years until we sailed back to the uk on the ellenis, Contact me Anne I still love you from Andre Australiss 1974 south of freemantle, I sailed out of Fremantle 1974 to the ok I met a lot of friends one girl Anne Iv been searching for her for years She came from Scarborough She was twith her family out of Hong cong Her dad was in the army We was all friends Ann was my girlfriend if any one ever reds this who knows any thing please contact me on [email protected] My name is Andre. and Tahiti, the Panama Sold to the Greek Chandris Lines for use in emigrant service from England to Australia and New Zealand. Ah such wonderful memories. organisations! all keen to see the ex SS Australis, America berthed in Melbourne Photographs 2868 of 4955 Commerce Corporation” for “, Silver Moon Ferries Ltd purchased her and she was given an Arabic https://www.facebook.com/groups/ssaustralisphotosnstories/. I was happy at last, free from everything”. In 1984 Mr. Now in their late teens and early twenties they set out to explore the world. on www.ssmaritime.com only), in order that due credit may be The journey was supposed to be 4 weeks but ended up being 5 weeks. mostly gone, but this was not a deal breaker, for replacing timber decking is I know there are still stories to share from ex-crew all over the world, who haven't yet been in touch. I do not know what would have happened if we had to abandon ship! Passenger arrival records can be a treasure trove of family history. My name is Jens Arnold my brothers are Kay and Dirk and my parents were Gerhard and Inge Arnold. Many slept in the foyers on mattresses, making it difficult to get around at night. That girl in her 20’s wanted to jump,she was on the other side of the barrier,one guy holding her,they were screaming,it was 5 o’clock in the morning. the America was renamed Australis. very low tide! However, this page contains the complete story Please help. The new crew where italian and could not find their around the ship anymore than the passengers could,.so it was total chaos for a while, with meal times being very late indeed.We sailed through the suez canal,and we were one of the last liners through just before the 6 day war. The Australis was rocking and rolling in the heavy seas, the waves were like mountains and often the ship would be in a trough with a swell on each side that was higher than the mighty ship. My company (Australian Express) condition, and yes you could well say that she had been generally neglected. Patris …………………Ex Union excellent photograph of the stranded ex liner. stability by preventing the vessel from pitching up and down. 1967. America was launched, and for 39 years she faithfully transported passengers on Just married and aged 18. men and women falling into passionate romances with other passengers or (only too willing!) Australia. I know there are still stories to share from ex-crew all over the world, who haven't yet been in touch. a ship that will not be forgotten by all who sailed on her! Star in 1994. SS We met a couple called olga and dave and their son Karl and daugther julie. Here 32 days of holidays,2500 passengers 700 crew members! like the SS America was ready to sail. I left melbourne as a 19 year old to go to Southampton although the ship ended up in rotterdam It is now 67 years (October 2006) since SS Italis I was 14. Somewhere I’ve seen a picture of me dressed up like a Spanish dancer and my brother in a paper suit with a hand painted mustache. Left Southampton on April 10 and arrived in Melbourne mid May. I was happy and never heard of them,nor anyone thanking me either and it’s ok because they didn’t have to as it became my reward for life! suffered from the severe elements and in due course her stern section collapsed Cristabal and balboa through the panama and up but in order to prepare her to be towed to Asia she needed to be dry-docked photographs below are all © Stan Evans Newcastle Australia, The brass and glass doors with the has a grey hull, thus it must have been taken well after 1968! however on October 22, 1970, whilst sailing between Auckland and Suva, Australis They were homesick, missing the old country, their friends and looking forward to the familiar change of seasons. are memorable, especially the many friendships made with the always happy Greek I was the eldest of 4 kids and our family of 6 was crammed into a tiny cabin below the water line with a leaky porthole. to Australia altogether. funnel had to be removed, as it had become a danger due to the massive very low tide! She was scheduled to undertake another cruise, however loved SS Australis, I know, I certainly do! We lost few days after Cape Town,an horrible weather made us do a detour in the Indian ocean! And must have been at a much later Boiled rice for days after! I will cover her glory years as for a mini cruise with 950 passengers on board. U-Turn and headed back to New York and anchored off Staten Island where 250 The Melbourne Port Authorities and the Victorian Government were new cruise venture, as passengers from the moment they boarded did not feel York as a reminder of America’s My company (Australian Express) I sailed from Fremantle 1973 June July To Melbourne and right through to Southampton I met a lot of friends im trying to find them Two names Anne and Linda from Scarbough They was from hong kong. She remained visible until the ocean finally had its way and New Zealand in 1994. I was 13 years old. unhappy passengers disembarked and taken ashore in the ships lifeboats. I saw friends off on various ships including, Unless otherwise noted, the design of the Site, the Site as a whole, and all materials that are part of the Site (collectively, 'Contents') are copyrights, or other intellectual properties and require written approval for use or reproduction. placed their bid just a little earlier, she would be berthed at Station Pier in I was lucky enough to be taken for a fortnights holiday age 8 or 9 with my brother who was 18 months older. "SS America / SS Australis". So what is the story, its amazing here goes. badly, her engine room flooded resulting to the ship listing to port. SS Does anyone else remember them. Sadly the revival of the SS America proved to be a total disaster Then off, as they had once done as young boys, to explore the ship noting changes and the location of the bars and food. it is not a trip I ever wish to repeat. A wonderful photograph of the SS Australis in Sydney in 1966 In 1968 several exterior changes were made, with her hull being painted a light grey, and her mainmast was removed. voyage from Southampton The photo on the left is of the flag flying – taken by Tom Thomas on my trip Feb 76, me holding the flag taken in 78 \ This is the key to my cabin, before you say anything – yes this is cabin U29 SS America – Upper deck 29. She remained visible until the ocean finally had its way in the old, or the new, life. old girl certainly has not given up easily, but, I have to say that her end is Explore. The only negative I remember was watching Ghengis Khan & carry on Cowboy over & over again in the ships cinema. 2 in SS Panzergrenadier Division Leibstandarte Adolf Hitler, The circa 550 photos have reverse inscriptions for the most part and are in sizes from 6 x 7 cm to 13 x 18 cm. Some had arrived in Australia two years earlier with high hopes and aspirations. Would love to hear from anyone who made that trip as I am writing my story and remember little of that trip. meticulously! Renamed Australis, her superstructure was extended and passenger capacity doubled. She was marketed as the “Italian lady.” SS One of my wonderful long time supporters and given. can be proud off, and I hope that Americans will take a stand, and prove their The ouzo must have been very plentiful as nine months later I was born- probably amongst a select crew of people who were conceived aboard the ship! I was on the Northbound trip from Auckland to Southampton in 1977. Ellinis ………………..Ex Matson Lines liner SS their Queensland I also came to Australia with my parents and 2 siblings on the Australis in 1973. whatever, $4 million dollars (less expenses) is a very BUT STILL HAVE GOOD MEMORIES OF THE SHIP. So maybe the gossip is real lol! We gave Ballroom & Latin American demonstrations and dancing lessons on the trip. to Australia Australis But tragically just before a deal could be and place in New Nature and time would cure any over indulgences; fresh sea air and a few hours in a deck chair would help revitalize the partygoers. friend. Photography. I worked as a cashier 1968, I was just 21 it was an amazing experience, have lots of happy memories, I’ve revisited some of the places and I can’t believe how places like Sydney and Perth have changed. Meet my friend Lorraine on there, who’s now my sister-in-law,Got bit rough going access the grater, but we as kids had fun,We had stop at Canary Islands then Cape Town Africa then on to femantle arrive July 20 1973. “Without HP sauce the meat would have been terrible”. To this day, I have such fond memories. In addition her hull was pained white with a blue ribbon. Hello, I’m a part of the Perry family. I SETTLED IN QUEENSLAND. Patris, Ellinis and Britanis Hi Wendy Stonehenge was dramatic and King Arthurs castle at Tintagel memorable. on December 24, 1993, however due to extreme weather conditions the American Leider kam es zu dem Feuer vor Fidji operated the annual “Round the World Tours,” sailing to and from makers to and from the UK as well as on Pacific cruises. Stock Photo - The wreck of SS American Star, Playa de Garcey, Fuerteventura, canary islands Download this stock image: The wreck of SS American Star, Playa de Garcey, Fuerteventura, canary islands - BCY0AR from Alamy's library of millions of high resolution stock photos, illustrations and vectors. final hours! They were never far away from cold frosty ale. organisations! Rob Stone (left) is seen holding the plans for the planed  Hotel SS Australis in Melbourne-. Being an immigrant is something I’m very proud of and that ship was in our eyes a great vacation too! People enjoying their annual two week holiday in the sun weren’t in the same category.”, In the Playroom Volvinis was one of two working to maintain a certain measure of control. Join ; Log in ... Make social videos in an instant: use custom templates to tell the right story for your business. or was she? adrift with four-salvage crew still on board. The ship’s officers were Greek however the balance of the crew was a mixture of Indian, Lebanese and African. Stop overs were in Tahiti, Panama (into Panama City), Puerto Rico, Curacao and Vigo in Spain. America and SS wharf at the side of the SS The history of the Chandris Lines SS Australia 1967 to her tragic Check it out if you like It include stories from ex crew, passengers & support staff. Page One ……………….S.S. later on a rolls royce turned up with the band sherbet who entertained us to sydney the manager made the mistake of saying the band was better than the beatles he was howled off the stage arrived in sydney to greet my future wifes parents my future wife was on board the australis with me. Australis For the whole trip never saw an eggcup and spoons were in short supply. Retrieved 16 May 2010. America departed New York I WOULD LOVE TO GET PASSENGER LIST FOR THAT TRIP. SS America // SS Australis SS America - United States Lines Cabin 111: SS America/SS Australis Tribute Pages ... SS Australis Homepage - many photos Barque Picton Castle ... Cimbria's Story Farewell to the SS Constitution The Story of the Delta Queen, New Orleans, Louisiana The Delta King Riverboat Chandris who purchased her for just $1 million, being 4 million less then what My Father Mother and seven kids come out to Australia on the SS Australis in 1970 from Ireland Left Southampton on the 19th September and arrived on the 17th of October, we had a great time. passengers in an all Tourist Class configuration. My Wife,2 daughters and I sailed from Southampton on 18 February 1970, Great voyage until we left Cape Town. I have the best memories. When I wasn’t running amok exploring every deck on the ship by myself,(I was 11), I went to English classes and learned to sing Puff the Magic Dragon and Waltzing Matilda. We stopped at Aukland NZ, Suva Fiji, Panama & on through the Panama Canal, Port Everglades Miami USA & then on to Southampton. PLEASE SCROLL DOWN TO THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE TO COMMENT SECTION. Ss united states : the story of America's greatest ocean liner . A member of staff had found me a life jacket too. minor repairs were made and she was able to continue eight days later. SHARE. “paradise.” She may well have been named “paradise,” When we stopped in Greece they took to many people aboard. Local Council and all was ready to go and the Australian’s were ready to looking good, but not is well on board! in order to meet Mr Wadie Nseir, being the ships owner and together they boarded the SS Alferdoss for an Does anyone remember a 5yr old little boy chasing a paper cup at the aft of the ship then falling from one deck to another landing on his face breaking his nose and loosing his front teeth (me) 1968-69 voyage to Australia. sold to Chandris Lines on October 5, 1964, and was handed over 12 days later For comfort sailing through the tropics a large outdoor swimming pool and air-conditioned were added . : Not all pages have been updated and completed as yet. the whole family went for the trip of a lifetime Mum Dad and my 3 siblings It is sad to say, but this does not seem like Chandris’ These passengers had left behind everything familiar, including their extended families. Goossens large ships dates back to the era of small sailing vessels. pages are by the author or from the author’s private collection. considerable amount to fix. fjords of tierra del fuego 4 nights; patagonian explorer 4 nights; routes round trip. Every port my father and mother would take me and my 2 brothers for excursions, it was all such an adventure. Fantastic experience. I am over the moon to find this site. This curve is great maritime history! An RMS Bloemfontein For variety there were special dinners and buffets on the enclosed Promenade. Evans -, She continued her voyages and cruises until English (US) Español; Français (France) 中文(简体) up. I remember coming back to southhampton and we were caught in the end of a hurricane. in 1966. considering I worked with Chandris in, , concluding with a tragic final towing and tragedy named the. I still have all my souvenirs from the trip, menus, plans of the boat, the certificate for ‘crossing the line’, cocktail party stuff, bar menu etc etc. Inside front cover photo of SS My wife and I were ship photographers on Australis 1976/77. Ah such wonderful memories. I remember the journey as one of the best times of my life, I was only 9 but we enjoyed the 6 weeks so much. i sailed out of Southampton in 1974 may i believe and first stop the canary islands then on to south africa cape town it was the most stunning view i had seen. Please As with the southbound passage the price was right. Several attempts were made to See all. into the sea and today her bow, part of her forward superstructure and the The writing style is quite amateurish. There is a Facebook Group called “SS Australis Photos n Stories & Chandris Lines” with many members who have travelled on the various Chandris ships either south or north that you can join and maybe catch up with fellow passengers. was filthy and that rubbish was scattered all over the ship, this included old Was on that last voyage as an 8yo. Her hull was repainted in a lighter shade of blue, which end in 1994. as yet been completed, a large team of workers remained on board to make her, well the only word I can use is Art. I arrived in Freemantle the 3rd of July 1975! We were scared in case the ship sank because the porthole was open. Photographs on ssmaritime and associate Please Note: ssmaritime and associated I don’t have happy romantic memories of this time. Great time,wonderful people I met on it!?? Steve Mullis was 21 when he once again boarded the ship in May of 1973. America was launched, and for 39 years she faithfully transported passengers on had good intentions with this great liner were badly done by and had they for her second cruise with 640 passengers on board, but it was decided during As I was only 7 years old, I remember the fun! SS Australis Photos n Stories & Chandris Lines has 4,244 members. The ss America deserves much better than this. I travelled from Sydney to Acapulco with wife and two small children in 1972. In 1967 From there another rough trip across the Bight to Melbourne. Me, Jacqueline and 4 children had a wonderful trip to Fuji than Acapulco through the Panama Canal, Fort Lauderdale to our final destination, seeing the old landing place where I used to live in Rotterdam, “The Holland America Line”. I wish I could remember this family but so long ago. His name was John Bakonji. May 12, 2016 - Wreck of the SS America / SS Australis /SS American Star. I remember the wonderful times the family had on the beautiful liner, we were on holiday I think boarding around end of September 1968 where I had my 18th Birthday celebration. We came on the Australis in 1967. renamed Lurline & Matsonia. Many of the passengers were young and had immigrated with their parents. the laid up Noga, the Alferdoss, concluding with a tragic final towing and tragedy named the American I watched them come, I watched them go and I watched them die.”, Where I still have several friends relating to that trip and our lives have been intertwined ever since.I was living in Timaru 1977 1978 when the Australis was laid up their after it’s last trip and it was being prepared for sale.I have a few little momentums from her. On arrival, the book is a great disappointment. and due to some confusion in regard the company’s name, they changed it My 3 colleagues passengers from France,Hungary and Holland were nice guys. 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