Come and learn more about the Amazon shipwreck in Inverloch at the AGM on 2nd April at 2 PM at Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club. We will discuss all things Amazon. Inspired by the refloating Amazon we now have a movie, also a song, photogrammetry, new merchandise available, artefacts to show and tell, photos and footage from 2nd September when two of the committee were on site fearing the worst! Join us for coffee, a chat and some home-made biscuits! ...
Read MoreKeep an eye out for the Amazon1863 Project Inc. Committee at the inaugural Inverloch Equinox Festival on Friday 21 March to Sunday 23 March. Escape to Inverloch, just 2 hours from Melbourne for a weekend of Equinox celebrations and experience the charm of this coastal town by day and night. Relax, recharge, and celebrate wellbeing, nature and harvest. Be blown away by Ganga Giri’s Didgeridoo beats, live music, a jaw-dropping fire show, after-dark town tours and show self care attending workshops and the expo at the Holistic Wellness Hub. Plus, indulge in local wines, food trucks, immersive nature walks or simply enjoy a picnic in The Glade taking it all in. The Amazon Committee members are particularly looking forward to the After Dark Tours: Secrets by the Inlet on both Friday and Saturday nights! Find out more about the festival and buy raffle tickets with great prizes. Follow the festival on Facebook. ...
Read MoreThe Committee would like to invite you to attend the Amazon 1863 Project Inc. 5th AGM to be held at the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club on Wednesday 2nd April at 2pm. We look forward to hearing from you, sharing what has been an exciting 2024 and discussing what lies ahead. Generally, people like to avoid AGMs as they are worried about ‘getting a job’ but we just want to share an extraordinary past year. Please RSVP to secretary@amazon1863.org.au ...
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In May 2024, Amazon 1863 Project Secretary, Karyn Bugeja was successful in receiving a grant to study for five days at the Australian National Maritime Museum (ANMM) in Sydney. This intensive Administrator’s Course held at the museum in November 2024 covered all aspects of a maritime museum. Each day of the ANMM course was themed and included a fleet tour, museum tour and lectures from directors, curators, maritime archaeologists, digital technologists, conservators, programming experts and collection managers. There were also discussions on storytelling, people, audiences, members, volunteers and a sail on Sydney Harbour aboard the Duyfken. The insights gained into all aspects of maritime museum operations has been extremely valuable to our group. From collection management to creative exhibitions, engaging techniques, funding strategies, attracting new audiences, creating programs, to the challenges of protecting and maintaining historic vessels and realising their interpretation potential. This internship has been a most worthwhile experience, a brilliant education model, and an absolute bonus for the Amazon 1863 Project assisting the committee in their future plans. The Maritime Museums of Australia Project Support Scheme (MMAPSS) is funded by the Australian Government through the Australian National Maritime Museum and the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts. ...
Read MoreJoe Magee and Jack Vaus of Divismore Films have made this terrific short film outlining the Amazon story. They have kindly allowed it to be shared here. You can check out the video on YouTube or view below. Great work Joe and Jack. ...
Read MoreDiscover the secrets of the Amazon wreck in 3D and experience the thrill of its September 2024 reveal—an adventure waiting to be uncovered!...
Read MoreAmazon shipwreck floats again! Read more about the September 2024 refloat. 1st September 2024 from this ...
Read MoreDiscover how the Bass Coast Shire Council Quick Response Grant 2024 is making a difference! This initiative has empowered a member to enhance the Amazon 1863 Project Inc. website through a short course....
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Discover the opportunity to support your community at the Can and Bottle 'RETURN IT' initiative in Wonthaggi! Amazon 1863 Project Inc. is excited to partner with Return It Wonthaggi to accept your generous donations....
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