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🦈 Sunk by a White Pointer
While fishing for snapper in 1903, the vessel Ione was struck by a white pointer shark, punching a hole in its stern. The ship sank in 19 fathoms of water near Kangaroo Island.
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South Australian Shipwrecks
Explore the fascinating history of maritime disasters with 704 shipwrecks located off the coast of South Australia. From the barque Arachne lost in 1848 to the Nashwauk carrying immigrants in 1855, each wreck tells a unique story. Filter by region, country, or ship type to uncover details like loss cause and protection status. Ideal for maritime enthusiasts and historians, the full dataset is available for download.
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🌊 Cela Lost to the Storm
On July 7, 1991, the fishing vessel Cela, venturing out to catch school sharks, was caught in a storm near Ceduna. It never returned, leaving a mystery over Purdie Reef.
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⛈ Turton Star's Gale Adventure
In October 1992, the Turton Star was returning from shark fishing when a southwest gale forced it off course, leading to its loss near Cape Adieu.
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🎣 Bronwyn's Night at Sea
Netting for sharks with two other vessels, the Bronwyn disappeared south of Rocky Island on November 9, 1988. The sea took the ship during a routine fishing voyage.
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⚓ Amber Star's Tragic Trip
The Amber Star embarked on a shark fishing trip off Kangaroo Island in January 1973. It sank a mile south of Cape Bouguer, making it a haunting memory for its crew.
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