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St Helena Island Ferries

Locality: Manly, Queensland

Phone: +61 1300 438 787

Address: Wyvernleigh Close 4179 Manly, QLD, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 There are 57 prisoners officially buried on St Helena Island. All were given a Christian burial and lie under a Christian cross, despite several not being of the Christian faith. Crosses are marked only by the prisoners administration number.

25.01.2022 Thought about experiencing St Helena for yourself but not 100% sure what youre signing up for? This VLOG by one of our #prisoners last year will give you a deep dive into exactly what to expect! To experience it for yourself, contact us: https://www.sthelenaisland.com.au/contact/

22.01.2022 A hell-hole of the Pacific to some (prisoners) and heaven to others (history and view lovers) The island certainly has a colourful past so there's no question how it developed this name! To find out more about the hell-hole's history, join us: https://www.sthelenaisland.com.au/day-tour/

22.01.2022 We gave you about Part I last week and we couldn't just leave you hanging, so here is the chilling Part II If you love a bit of mystery or history, visit the burial ground in the flesh: https://www.sthelenaisland.com.au/

20.01.2022 ST HELENA 30% OFF SPECIAL Always thought about heading over to to experience all the prisons history has to offer? Want to go for round 2, 3 or 4? Now is your chance! ... Enter COVID19 at checkout for 30% off Prison Life tours.

20.01.2022 So you've heard about St Helena Island's penal establishment, but have you heard about the haunting history of it's cemetery? Take a deep dive into this article to find out. Better yet, see for yourself on one of our day or night tours (if you dare): https://www.sthelenaisland.com.au/

19.01.2022 Grave of John Hayes (otherwise known as Prisoner 1545). Convicted of Manslaughter, John Hayes arrived on St Helena Island on 2 July 1879 to serve 10 years hard labour. He was found drowned in a water tank on 18 October 1881.

19.01.2022 Shot Drill - A punishment given to prisoners for such misdemeaners as disorderly conduct. An 11kg cannon ball was carried the length of the lumber yard, dropped, picked up again and carried back down the length of the lumber yard. This was repeated for up to an hour and quarter a day for a maximum of 14 days.

18.01.2022 Your first impression of St Helena Island may be of an idyllic lost world...until you learn her secrets.

18.01.2022 Thought about experiencing St Helena for yourself but not 100% sure what you're signing up for? This VLOG by one of our #prisoners last year will give you a deep dive into exactly what to expect! To experience it for yourself, contact us: https://www.sthelenaisland.com.au/contact/

18.01.2022 Considering it was established in 1867, its hard to believe that so much of the St Helena Penal Establishment still remains today Seeing where the prisoners worked and lived truly brings its history to life. So to travel back in time, click the below link

18.01.2022 Ruins of the Bakery. Photo courtesy of Glenda Mathers

17.01.2022 A bridge (jetty) you most definitely will want to get over One of the interesting things you will find out on our tours is that St Helena Islands restricted access presented a large logistical issue for the penal establishment, one of many reasons that led to its closure in 1932. Curious about the others? Book your tour to find out: https://www.sthelenaisland.com.au/

17.01.2022 St Helenas history wasnt the only colourful part of the island on our school trip this Wednesday Do you have any photos of this majestic island? Comment them below To see it up close and personal, contact us: https://www.sthelenaisland.com.au/

15.01.2022 Take a deep dive into the rich history of St Helena Island with these incredible images straight from Queensland State Archives A picture does say a thousand words but seeing it in real life...that says even more. To find out how, contact us: www.sthelenaisland.com.au/

15.01.2022 Did you know that all of our tours are lead by multi skilled performers? To fully immerse you in the history of St Helena Island, you will be guided by a prisoner and his guard to get a real taste of what life would have been like To become a prisoner yourself, click the link below!

15.01.2022 What are you doing this SCHOOL HOLIDAYS? If you're not sure, we know that feeling. All the pressure of giving your little ones a holiday to remember can be daunting! But don't stress, we've got you covered with plenty of holiday tours.... So if you're looking for an activity that is both educational AND fun: https://www.sthelenaisland.com.au/

15.01.2022 Not quite the John Lennon that urged us all to imagine, but prisoner number 281 certainly has an interesting story of his own So what was this John Lennon sent to the tough St Helena Island prison for exactly? Check out this article from Brisbane Times to find out! To check out the historic prison in the flesh, contact us: https://www.sthelenaisland.com.au/contact/

14.01.2022 While being transported, bushranger James MacPherson escaped in leg irons & cuffs, later returning them to the government with a thank-you note. Heres an article on James MacPherson. http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/mcpherson-james-alpin-4134

14.01.2022 Silk in a Prison? In an attempt to produce raw silk, 7 acres of Mulberry Trees were planted on St Helena Island in 1875. However, the attempt was unsuccessful, and most of the trees were removed.

13.01.2022 Prison rules were displayed throughout St Helena Penal Establishment. Little did it matter that many of the prisoners could not read.

13.01.2022 We recently featured on the Flight Centre Blog. Follow the link to read Lyndon Barnetts article on our Prison Life Experience. http://www.flightcentre.com.au//destinat/st-helena-island/

12.01.2022 Did you know that St Helena Island became Queenslands first Historical National Park? An official declaration ceremony was held on St Helena Island on Sunday 7 October 1979. The day ended on a dramatic note with over 200 people having to be rescued from the island due to strong winds.

10.01.2022 CAN YOU GUESS The ferry that takes us over to the alluring St Helena Island is named after something in this picture... Comment your answers (discount codes on offer)

10.01.2022 Happy New Year to all our fabulous customers from the team at Cat O Nine Tails Cruises. Wishing you all a wonderful 2013.

09.01.2022 What was the best part of your St Helena Island Experience?

09.01.2022 The view as you walk towards the ruins! Photo credit: Glenda Mathers

09.01.2022 If this is what St Helena looks like from heaven, send me there Incredible footage from UQ Architecture capturing the beauty and history of the island. To see it up close and personal: https://www.sthelenaisland.com.au/

07.01.2022 Who else wishes this was their view today? Our school kids are a pretty lucky bunch. But don't cry just yet, we have plenty of weekend sessions as well... and they're LICENSED To book yourself in for a day of entertainment, good views and drinks: https://sthelenaisland.rezdy.com/

07.01.2022 Wow, we just reached 200 page likes! Thanks for the love and support.

07.01.2022 He was said to be the Ned Kelly of Queensland... He used every bit of passion, resilience, focus and consistency to create ongoing havoc in society. This is what led to his sentencing at St Helena Islands tough penal establishment ... For stories like this and more, head to: https://www.sthelenaisland.com.au/

06.01.2022 St Helena Island is a goldmine for the artistically inclined. This is a photo of one of the two boilers at the old sugar mill. Photo Credit: Glenda Mathers

05.01.2022 So youve heard about St Helena Islands penal establishment, but have you heard about the haunting history of its cemetery? Take a deep dive into this article to find out. Better yet, see for yourself on one of our day or night tours (if you dare): https://www.sthelenaisland.com.au/

05.01.2022 Riverfire tonight! It should be another fantastic display. We have one of the best vantage points. Where will you be viewing the fireworks from this year?

04.01.2022 We gave you about Part I last week and we couldnt just leave you hanging, so here is the chilling Part II If you love a bit of mystery or history, visit the burial ground in the flesh: https://www.sthelenaisland.com.au/

03.01.2022 Great South East are visiting the island with us today. Keep a look out for us in a future episode scheduled to air next year. Great South East - channel 7, 5:30pm on Sundays.

02.01.2022 Wow, I cant believe weve got over 100 likes! Thanks for the support everyone.

02.01.2022 Considering it was established in 1867, it's hard to believe that so much of the St Helena Penal Establishment still remains today Seeing where the prisoners worked and lived truly brings it's history to life. So to travel back in time, click the below link

01.01.2022 St Helena Island Ferries is now operating tours after the Covid shutdown. Check out the website for available dates and to book. For anyone who had already booked and had their tour cancelled du to the virus, please email us to move your booking to a new time.