Sydney Heritage Fleet's Steam Ships

of her era. Her sea-going days nearly ended in 1948 when, due to her age and condition, she was restricted to Newcastle Harbour. In 1968 it was announced that the old tug was beyond economical repair and was to be disposed of for scrap. The Sydney Heritage Fleet, realising her historical importance, acted to save her and proceeded to purchase the vessel from the Department of Public Works. After a subsequent five-year restoration program she is now, once again, fully operational. The Waratah's authentic restoration has gained the Fleet world-wide recognition for historic ship preservation. Waratah is available for charter and is suitable for corporate and private functions such as weddings, birthdays and other events. Operating times are 10:00am to 10:00pm, on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays. She carries 49 passengers on four-hour cruises of Sydney Harbour.