Queensland Maritime Museum in South Brisbane, Queensland | History Museum

Queensland Maritime Museum

Locality: South Brisbane, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 3844 5361

Address: 412 Stanley Street 4101 South Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.maritimemuseum.com.au

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25.01.2022 Former RAN Able Seaman Jim Spotswood is one of the few remaining commissioning crew members from HMAS Diamantina in 1945. Jim is a sprightly 97, but due to Victoria's Covid-19 lockdown, he was unable to leave Melbourne and join us for the VP Day 75th Anniversary Commemoration last month. However, Jim's three Brisbane-based grandchildren Joel, Jemma and Zoe filmed a special interview with their Pa on the ship's quarterdeck to hear his memories of life onboard "Tina".... #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #VPDay | #VPDay2020 | #VPDay75 | #HMASDiamantina | Australian War Memorial | Royal Australian Navy | South Bank, Brisbane | Visit Brisbane

24.01.2022 Devastating floods struck Brisbane during the week of January 10-15, 2011. The Brisbane River broke its banks, and peaked at 4.5m early on January 13. The flood peak was lower than the terrible floods of 1974 (which was 5.45m), but increased development along the Brisbane River meant it caused more damage. ... The Queensland Maritime Museum site at South Bank was inundated, including the historic South Brisbane Dry Dock. Volunteers worked around the clock (including sleeping on site!) to keep the WW2 frigate HMAS Diamantina from hitting the sides of the dry dock. Unfortunately the light house boat Carpentaria was lifted off its blocks and capsized. However, it has since been restored. Thanks to all those volunteers, members and supporters who gave their all to QMM in its time of most need. Thanks also to the Queensland Government and Brisbane City Council who provided support in the aftermath of this catastrophe. Footage for this compilation video courtesy of the following YouTube channels: The Powerbloke - vince0055 - EdanNorris - GeoffMackley - tallships232 Music track "We Cannot Fail" by Marshall Watson.

23.01.2022 September 3 is Merchant Navy Day, when we remember the role merchant mariners have played in nautical history, particularly in times of war. In this video, curator of our "Vision of the Seas" exhibit Don Braben walks us through a triptych of 1988 works by artist John Wood. The "Chilean Reefer", "Gneisenau" and "Rescue" tell the story of a refrigerator ship sunk in the Atlantic in 1941. ... Thanks to all of our merchant seamen and women for their service. #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #merchantnavyday | #merchantnavy | #VisionsoftheSea

23.01.2022 1893 - Ships left high and dry in the Botanical Gardens after the floodwaters receded in Brisbane - (photo taken by Poul Poulsen) - SLQ Posted by Sherrie Ford

21.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day.

21.01.2022 An emperor penguin joining a trek near the Mawson Research Station.

21.01.2022 Today, at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, we will mark the the moment the guns fell silent at the end of World War I in 1918. More broadly, the minute's silence we observe is to remember all who served and those who made the ultimate sacrifice in times of war. The Naval Ode (pictured below) pays particular tribute to those who lost their lives at sea, and is recited before the immortal words of poet Laurence Binyon:... "They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them." Lest We Forget.

21.01.2022 Ahoy there, new recruits! As we work diligently towards re-opening the Museum, this weekend were welcoming new volunteers to our South Brisbane site for orientation. As part of our Covid-safe planning, these volunteers will be stationed around the Museum buildings and grounds to ensure physical distancing is maintained.... Thank you to all newcomers for giving your time to help QMM resume operations, and to our existing volunteers for training them up! #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #QMM | #covid19safe

20.01.2022 EDIT: The ST Forceful's move will now happen on THURSDAY 21 JANUARY. This is due to circumstances beyond our control, regarding logistics at the slipway. Meanwhile, you can Watch 10 News First Queensland TONIGHT to see a preview ahead of the move!... A big move for legendary Steam Tug Forceful this week - she's going to the slipway! The 95-year-old tugboat will be moved down river from Queensland Maritime Museum to The Yard at Hemmant. You'll be able to see her accompanied by two modern tugs from along the Brisbane River. Once at the slipway, she'll be lifted out of the water for a hull inspection. You can find out more about ST Forceful on our website - and book tickets to our trial re-opening this weekend. https://maritimemuseum.com.au//collectio/vessels/forceful/ #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #forceful | #tugboat | South Bank, Brisbane | DiscoverBrisbane | Visit Brisbane

20.01.2022 The final Twilight Jazz by the River for 2020, is TONIGHT! Brass Roots Live will bring the smooth tunes to The Maritime, and with drinks and canapes available to purchase, it's the perfect way to wind down the week. Extra tickets have been released - they're FREE, but you must REGISTER by midday today! ... Remember, the entrance to The Maritime is via Lower River Terrace. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/twilight-jazz-by-the-river- #queenslandmaritimemuseum | Australian Catering Services | South Bank, Brisbane | #twilightjazz

20.01.2022 Our curator Don Braben is having a busy month! As well as preparing our "Visions of the Sea" maritime art exhibition ahead of our re-opening, he has been working with Redland Museum to open another maritime exhibit called "Marine Mastery". Queensland Maritime Museum has loaned a number of pieces to the exhibition - you can see the installation and layout in this video.... You can book with Redland Museum here: https://www.redlandmuseum.org.au/ #QueenslandMaritimeMuseum | #qmm | #RedlandMuseum | #maritimeart

20.01.2022 FREE TREASURE, ME HEARTIES! Shiver me timbers - Saturday 19 September is International Talk Like a Pirate Day! Its the same day Queensland Maritime Museum is reopening, and were celebrating by giving every child who visits a free pirate-themed gift!... Book online now, and choose your bit of booty - hats, hooks, pencil sharpeners and more - when you arrive. https://maritimemuseum.com.au/tickets/ See all you buccaneers tomorrow! #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #QMM | #pirates | #visitbrisbane

19.01.2022 Our thanks to the Royal Australian Navy Band for coming to QMM on Saturday to participate in our pared-back VP Day event. Due to Covid-19 our formal VP Day commemoration has been pushed back to 25 October and will incorporate a livestream and a legacy project marking HMAS Diamantinas role in the end of WW2. The RAN bands performance was filmed as part of this legacy project - you can see them here spaced out as per Covid-19 regulations. ... Thankfully the rain held off until AFTER the instruments were put away! #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #VPDay | #VPDay75 | #RoyalAustralianNavyBand | #RANBand | RSL Queensland | Coorparoo RSL & Community Club - Offical Photography by Aurelie Beeston of https://whisperandsing.com/

18.01.2022 What was it like to witness the detonation of an atomic bomb? Ex-RAN stoker and longtime Queensland Maritime Museum member Leo Bull knows. Almost 68 years ago, Leo was serving onboard the aircraft carrier HMAS Sydney in October 1952 when it bore witness to the first British atomic test in the Montebello Islands off Western Australia. ... In this video, Leo tells us what it was like to see the destructive power of an atomic device, and how fortunate he was compared to so many others who were placed more directly in front of the resulting radiation. Our thanks to Leo for sharing his extraordinary story, and to QMM member Keith Boulton for research. #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #maritimehistory | #montebelloislands | #britishatomictesting

18.01.2022 Teddy Sheeans Victoria Cross. The British Royal Navy on Friday handed the medal to the Australian High Commissioner to the UK in Portsmouth for transportation to Australia for a possible public ceremony in Canberra. Images from Jacktar - Australias Finest Facebook page and Defence.gov.au website.

18.01.2022 9 News Queensland featured our 1945 HMAS Diamantina crew member Bill McDonald in its VP Day coverage. Thanks again to RSL Queensland for supporting our onsite activity on Saturday. #qmm | #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #VPDay | #VPDay75 | Coorparoo RSL & Community Club - Offical

17.01.2022 Everyone knows painting requires moving things out of the way - but the logistics are rather more complex when youre dealing with a frigate! Both the "whaler" and "cutter" boats had to be craned off HMAS Diamantinas main deck on Monday as part of the decks repainting. #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #hmasdiamantina

17.01.2022 Were loving this fisheye view of HMAS Diamantina by Brisbane photographer Jen aka Brisbane At Night. Jen posts amazing night time images of the River City over on Instagram as @brisbaneatnight. While youre over on the Gram, make sure youre following us @queenslandmaritimemuseum.... #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #QMM | #HMASDiamantina | #brisbaneatnight | #brisbanephotography

16.01.2022 Here's your chance to tell our Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk MP just how much you love Queensland Maritime Museum!

14.01.2022 Updated Membership Program Details As you know, in March this year Queensland Maritime Museum (QMM) was forced to close its doors in response to COVID-19 health restrictions. When we excitedly re-opened in September, QMM honoured all memberships until we were able to unveil our new, integrated membership program and make it available on the QMM website. Technical issues, a new platform and challenges with volunteer resourcing - including the resignation of our valued Membersh...ip Secretary (Mike Sobyra) - contributed to the delay. QMM would like to express its sincere thanks to Mike for his service in the role of Membership Secretary over many years. As QMM navigates its way through the current climate, there continues to be opportunities for friends and members to contribute. It is with excitement that QMM is now ready to launch its revised membership program. We hope that this program offers those wanting to join or become involved with QMM more options and flexibility to do so. It is also hoped that the process of joining us, and of updating our membership system, will become more efficient and user-friendly. With plans for the 2020 AGM now underway, it is more important than ever to ensure our membership is current. QMM Membership We invite all members to renew their membership here: https://maritimemuseum.com.au/about/corporate/ Friends of QMM If your interests or circumstances are not right for QMM membership at this time, then we suggest our new 'Friends of QMM' category as an alternative way to becoming involved with and supporting QMM. https://maritimemuseum.com.au/support/friendsofqmm/ See more

14.01.2022 28 August, 1791 - and where the expression Pandoras box originated from.

14.01.2022 Queensland Maritime Museum reopens TODAY! Its also International Talk Like A Pirate Day, and to celebrate were giving every child that visits a FREE pirate-themed gift. Were open from 9.15am to 4.15pm, and you can book your tickets here:... https://maritimemuseum.com.au/tickets/ See you at QMM, mateys! #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #pirates | #talklikeapirateday | #shivermetimbers

13.01.2022 Heres a podcast recommendation for those interested in life at sea before the age of steam! Author Stephen Taylor talks to the BBCs History Extra podcast about the experiences of ordinary British seaman during the heroic age of sail. It includes a story about John Nicol, a Scottish sailor who sailed on the infamous Lady Juliana on its journey to NSW in 1789. Nicol took a "wife", Sarah, from the women onboard and she bore him a son before the journey was done. But when he l...eft, they never saw each other again. https://www.historyextra.com//british-sailors-lives-age-s/ #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #maritimehistory

13.01.2022 One of the15,000 plaques to be found among the galleries at the National Australia Remembers Freedom Wall in the Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha. This is one the Friends Of Tina can be proud of. #TheirNameLivethForEvermore #AustralianFreedomWall #AnzacDayPrecinct

13.01.2022 It was great to see a team from Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES in action at the Museum today! The QFES personnel used our historic tug Forceful for some confined spaces training. QMM is happy to support our emergency services workers heading into the busy summer season. ... #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #qfes | #qldfiries

12.01.2022 This is a lovely story from SBS News about Cairns-based Torres Strait Islanders connecting with their ancestors' pearl diving past. The pearl lugger Penguin at the Queensland Maritime Museum is an example of the craft used in the industry in the late 1800s/early 1900s. The Penguin's last role was as a service and supply vessel for the Dauan Island community in the Torres Strait in the 1970s, and it retains its Dauan colours and number. ... Happy NAIDOC Week! https://www.sbs.com.au//torres-strait-islanders-are-honour #NAIDOC2020 | #NAIDOC | #TorresStraitIslander | #Penguin | #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #QMM | #SBS

12.01.2022 Edward 'Teddy' Sheean LPC On 1 December, 78 years to the day after Ordinary Seaman Edward ‘Teddy’ Sheean gave his life to protect his shipmates, the Governor-General will make a posthumous investiture by presenting his family with the insignia of the Victoria Cross of Australia. Teddy Sheean will be the first member of the Royal Australian Navy to receive the Victoria Cross.... At the Last Post Ceremony on 1 December 2020, the Australian War Memorial will be commemorating the service and sacrifice of Ordinary Seaman Edward Teddy Sheean. You can watch the Last Post Ceremony live on the AWM Facebook page or on our Youtube channel from 4.55pm. Image: Ordinary Seaman Edward Sheean, HMAS 'Armidale' ART28160

11.01.2022 You may have seen some recent media articles about Queensland Maritime Museum. 2020 has been a challenging year, and the board and management are working hard to navigate the way forward. You can read our full public statement on the current situation on our website here: ... https://maritimemuseum.com.au/museum-closed/ Thanks to all who have sent us messages of support - we appreciate your friendship, and are grateful QMM is dear to the heart of so many.

11.01.2022 Exactly one year ago today, an enthusiastic crew of volunteers gathered at QMM for a working bee on our steam tug Forceful. If youve ever considered volunteering, now is a great time to jump in. We are currently training a new cohort of volunteers to assist in maintaining our Covid-safe requirements for the Museum.... Theyre raring to go, and we will re-open as soon as our thorough, site specific, COVID Safe plan is approved. If youd like to offer your time and skills to this wonderful place on the banks of the Brisbane River, visit our website: https://maritimemuseum.com.au/support/volunteers/ #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #volunteers

08.01.2022 EXCITING NEWS! Our trial re-opening weekend will take place on 23/24 January! Tickets are now on sale - we highly recommended booking to secure your spot. ... https://maritimemuseum.com.au/tickets/ We also remind you to bring a mask as part of Covid-19 safety. Thank you for supporting Queensland Maritime Museum as we use this weekend to help gauge community support for the organisation! #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #QMM | #maritimehistory | #Brisbane | South Bank, Brisbane | DiscoverBrisbane

08.01.2022 Even our normally shy curlews were spotted out enjoying the last Twilight Jazz by the River event for 2020 last night. Brass Roots Live provided the tunes and Australian Catering Services the drinks and canapés.

08.01.2022 This mystery object was found last Friday by our Curators and has them stumped. Any ideas?? The size of this object can be judged by the normal size chair it is on. It is all brass and extremely heavy.... The 4 bladed propeller-like thing on top is screwed on so does not rotate. The 2 horizontal arms move up and down with only a little movement.

08.01.2022 As we are unable to attend the Remembrance Day Ceremony in person this year, RSL Queensland will be live-streaming the Brisbane event. Please check their Facebook page for details on how to watch.

08.01.2022 EXPERT TALKS TUESDAY - LEO BULL PART 1 Queensland Maritime Museum has a huge number of members and volunteers with fascinating stories of maritime history. Working with our Expert Talks curator Keith Boulton, were creating a video series of these chats, allowing these fantastic memories and personal experiences to be shared with a wider audience. ... First up is Leo Bull, who at 91 is one of QMMs oldest members. Leo served on three RAN aircraft carriers in the 50s and 60s. In this first instalment, Leo shares his memories of serving onboard HMAS Sydney, its role in the Korean War, and surviving Typhoon Ruth and the brisk winter of 1951-52. Please watch, like and share, and definitely give us your feedback on this series as we continue. #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #royalaustraliannavy | #RAN | #HMASSydney

07.01.2022 We cannot wait to welcome you back to Queensland Maritime Museum from this weekend! Our Covid-safe plan means there are some changes to your visitor experience. We now take online bookings to ensure we maintain caps on visitor numbers; and spaces within the museum have capacity limits to ensure social distancing.... You can find full details on our website: https://maritimemuseum.com.au/conditions/ Weve also created this video to give you an idea of how youll move through the Museum when you get here!

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06.01.2022 Three Humpback whales have been found swimming in the East Alligator River in Kakadu National Park.

05.01.2022 Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of one of our long term volunteers, ‘Tina has a new canvas over her bow. It was put in place today by Cleveland Upholsterers and Marine Trimmers and some of our volunteers.

05.01.2022 Channel 7 attended our small VP Day event yesterday, and featured HMAS Diamantina stoker Bill McDonald in their report. #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #VPDay | #VPDay75 | HMASDiamantina

05.01.2022 We have some exciting news to share this morning on the brand new Spencer Howson Weekend show on News Talk 4BC 1116 this morning! Tune in at 10.20am Brisbane time to hear our CEO Emma Di Muzio chat about some upcoming events for QMM. Find 4BC at 1116AM on your radio, or listen online via www.4bc.com.au... #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #4BC

05.01.2022 Some naval navigation & astronomy history for you.

04.01.2022 Our petition has now reached 12,000 signatures! As custodians of one of the largest collections of maritime artefacts in Australia, we want to secure the future of Queensland Maritime Museum, We're running this petition to see if there is community support for QMM to become a campus of the Queensland Museum. ... You can add your voice by signing here: http://chng.it/SS7gwtPy Please note - we JUST want your signatures! You do NOT need to spend any money through Change.org. #QMM | #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #covid19brisbane | #Covid19 | #maritimehistory |

02.01.2022 AHOY! We are thrilled to announce we are re-opening to visitors THIS WEEKEND! Our thorough Covid-safe plan has been approved by Queensland Health, and were excited to throw open the hatches this Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September. ... Please note: *We will only open on weekends initially. *We now have timed entrances to ensure visitor caps are maintained, which means you can now pre-purchase tickets online. *We have clear signage and pathways throughout the museum to guide you during your visit to ensure Covid-safe guidelines are met. You can book tickets now using this direct link: https://shop.maritimemuseum.com.au/tickets/ Thanks to all of our staff and volunteers who have worked tirelessly to ensure QMM could reopen safely. And thanks to all of our supporters - we appreciate your patience, and cannot wait to welcome you through our doors! #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #Covid19 | #Covidsafe

01.01.2022 19 November, 1941 - HMAS Sydney sank off the West Australian coast with the loss of 645 men.

01.01.2022 "Few of them could exist without the volunteers who give up their time and harness their enthusiasm to keep the doors open and the displays in good condition." We absolutely agree! Thanks to InQueensland for featuring Queensland Maritime Museum as part of this article on the many museums and galleries telling Queensland stories. ... https://inqld.com.au//underground-hospitals-to-peanut-gal/ #queenslandmaritimemuseum | #qmm | #hmasdiamantina | #inqld | #inqueensland | #volunteering